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Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by Nickerson-Zwaan B.V.

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant is vigorous, demanding of regular watering, with a well-developed root system. The fruits have a shiny rind with dark green stripes. The flesh is juicy, sweet, and free of fibers and hollows.

The hybrid possesses relative resistance to anthracnose and Fusarium wilt. It is intended for cultivation in open field, including the use of film covers. The fruits are suitable for fresh consumption, processing, pickling, and canning, and are characterized by good transportability.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified.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
Nickerson-Zwaan B.V. Developed the variety
Applicant
Nickerson Zwaan B.V., NL Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Hazera Seeds Ltd. 2 139 Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
Nickerson-Zwaan B.V. (NL) Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • QZ European Union Terminated

    № 262636

  • SK Slovak Republic Protection expired

    № 5434

    Application
    2 January 2001
    Registration
    18 March 2003
    Terminated
    31 December 2013
  • SK Slovak Republic Protection expired

    № 201R079

    Application
    2 January 2001
    Registration
    18 March 2003
    Terminated
    31 December 2013
  • BG Bulgaria Terminated

    № 1090/39

    Application
    5 February 2004
    Registration
    6 March 2006
  • HR Croatia Terminated

    № 1001938

    Application
    30 April 2004
    Registration
    24 March 2005
    Terminated
    24 March 2014
  • RS Serbia Active

    № 320-04-4580/2018-11

    Application
    4 July 2018
    Registration
    26 August 2021

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