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Allium cepa L. Onion · Vegetables · bred by Ballardini Massimiliano

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid bulb has a round shape, deep red color, and glossy luster. The average weight of one bulb ranges from 150 to 300 g. The dense structure and intact scales ensure good transportability.

The plant possesses high immunity to diseases and resistance to stress conditions during cultivation. The variety is suitable for manual and mechanized harvesting, and the bulbs have a sweetish taste without pronounced bitterness.

The crop yield reaches 90–97 t/ha. The purpose of the product includes sale in the fresh market and various types of processing, including freezing, drying, and canning.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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

Parties

Breeder
Ballardini Massimiliano 15 Developed the variety
Applicant
Esasem Spa (IT) 172 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
ESASEM SPA 280 Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
Esasem Spa (IT) 172 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • HU Hungary Active

    № 385310

    Registration
    24 February 2015
  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 15106008

    Application
    25 November 2015

Plant breeders' rights

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

Ukraine № 15106008
Terminated
  1. Application filed 25 November 2015
  2. Registered
  3. Entry closed 26 January 2021

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