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Biant

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Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by Ali Yuksel

also searched as: биант

Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant is vigorous, with a developed root system and dense foliage that protects the fruits from the sun. The hybrid is heat-tolerant, adaptable, and demonstrates stable fruit set under various conditions. It is resistant to anthracnose and Fusarium wilt.

The fruits have a round or round-oval shape with a striped 'tiger' pattern. The flesh is granular, without voids. The variety has good transportability, and the storage life of the fruits is 2–3 weeks. Intended for open field and temporary plastic covers.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

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

Parties

Breeder
Ali Yuksel 30 Developed the variety
Applicant
YUKSEL TOHUMCULUK TARIM SAN VE TIC. LTD. STI, KURSUNLU KOYU MADENLER MAH, TR Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Yuksel Tohumculuk LTD 60 Holds the rights to the variety

Admission to trade

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

  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 14146002

    Application
    13 January 2014
  • MD Moldova Terminated

    № 0443342

    Application
    11 February 2014
    Terminated
    5 December 2018

Plant breeders' rights

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

Ukraine № 14146002
Application submitted
  1. Application filed 13 January 2014
  2. Registered
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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