Granate F1 Red Onion Seeds – High-Yield Hybrid Globe Onion for Kenya | Premium Quality

Description

Premium Quality Red Onion Seeds for Commercial Production

Granate F1 represents the pinnacle of hybrid red onion breeding, specifically developed for optimal performance in Kenya’s diverse growing conditions. This medium-maturing variety combines exceptional quality with reliable production, making it the preferred choice for commercial growers targeting both local fresh markets and international export opportunities.

Outstanding Bulb Characteristics

The variety produces beautiful globe to high-globe shaped bulbs ranging from 50-90mm in diameter, with excellent uniformity in both shape and size. The bulbs feature stunning red skin coloration that appeals to consumers and adds premium visual appeal to market displays. Inside, you’ll find crisp white flesh accented with attractive red to purple rings, delivering the pungent flavor that red onion enthusiasts expect.

Superior Growing Performance

Granate F1 demonstrates exceptional germination rates (220-320 seeds per gram), ensuring reliable stand establishment and reducing production risks. The variety exhibits vigorous vegetative growth with dark green foliage and a flagging to upright growth habit, making field management straightforward. Plants show good tolerance to bolting when proper sowing dates are observed, providing growers with flexibility in production planning.

Flexible Production System

Whether you prefer direct seeding or transplanting, Granate F1 adapts seamlessly to your operation. For direct sowing, use 3.5-4.0 kg of seed per hectare; for transplant systems, 5.5 kg per hectare is recommended. Target a final population of 750,000-850,000 plants per hectare for optimal bulb sizing and yield.

Market-Ready Quality

With medium to small, tight necks and very good bulb firmness, Granate F1 bulbs handle well during harvest and transportation. The multiple outer scale leaves provide natural protection against bruising, reducing post-harvest losses. The variety offers 2-3 months of storage potential under proper conditions, allowing for market timing flexibility.

Maturity and Timing

Expect harvest 21-25 weeks after direct seeding, though actual maturity varies based on sowing date, location, and seasonal conditions (photoperiod and temperature). Granate F1 is specifically adapted to growing areas between 23-35° latitude, making it perfectly suited for Kenya’s production zones.

Target Markets

This versatile variety serves multiple market segments including bunched onions, fresh market sales, pre-pack operations, and processing applications. Its excellent red coloration and uniform sizing make it particularly attractive for export markets demanding premium quality.

Technical Specifications Summary

• Type: F1 Hybrid Short Day Red Onion (Allium cepa L.)
• Maturity: Medium-late (21-25 weeks from direct seeding)
• Bulb Shape: Globe to high globe
• Size Range: 50-90mm (medium to large)
• Skin Color: Excellent red
• Flesh: White with red/purple rings
• Taste Profile: Pungent
• Foliage: Dark green, vigorous
• Storage: 2-3 months
• Seed Count: 220,000-320,000 seeds/kg

Invest in Granate F1 for your next planting season and experience the difference that premium genetics make in your onion production program.