These are varieties that are used for processing, the key is to develop varieties that produce nice large leaves without running the risk of flowering. Less chemicals needed due to a wide range of highly resistant varieties.
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Harmonica is a fast growing variety, which can be used for the winter sowings in South Europe. The leaves are dark green and have a slightly pointed shape. The downy mildew resistant package gives a good protection against most fysio's.
Sonoma F1 is a very productive processing variety with a good downy mildew resistance package. The leaves are medium green and have a high dry matter content. In most regions suitable for early and late sowings and overwintering.
La Paz F1 is a productive medium (fast) growing processing variety with a good bolting tolerance. The leaves are fairly round and have an attractive green colour. The quality is high due to the high ratio between leaves and stems.
Santa Cruz F1 is a slow growing and slow bolting processing variety. The round leaves are medium dark green. The ratio between leaves and stems is high. Santa Cruz has a good resistance against downy mildew.
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