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Merlin

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Allium cepa L. var. cepa Onion · Vegetables · bred by ALLIUM SEEDS UK LTD

also searched as: мерлин

Variety description

10 August 2026

The Merlin F1 hybrid forms uniform yellow bulbs. The plant has a Celebrate-type structure, which contributes to increased resistance to stress factors.

The variety is characterized by high resistance to bolting, as well as tolerance to Fusarium and pink root rot. It is optimally suited for cultivation under short-day conditions.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Allium Seeds UK Ltd. 68 Developed the variety
Applicant
Allium Seeds UK Ltd. 68 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Allium Seeds UK Ltd. 68 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20140331
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  1. Application filed 11 February 2014
  2. Registered 5 December 2016
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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