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Saona

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Lactuca sativa L. Lettuce · Vegetables · bred by Vilmorin-Mikado SAS (FR)

also searched as: саона

Variety description

10 August 2026

The Saona variety (breeding code ICE 21458) belongs to the Iceberg type. The plant possesses good growth vigor and forms a slightly raised base. The leaves are characterized by freshness and a crunchy texture.

The variety possesses high resistance (HR) to downy mildew (races 29–41), lettuce aphid (type 0), and Fusarium wilt (race 4), as well as intermediate resistance (IR) to Fusarium wilt (race 1). Intended for professional cultivation for the fresh produce market.

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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
Vilmorin-Mikado SAS (FR) 775 Developed the variety
Applicant
Vilmorin-Mikado SAS (FR) 775 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
Vilmorin-Mikado SAS (FR) 775 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • FR France Application submitted

    № 4081123

    Application
    18 February 2025

Plant breeders' rights

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

European Union № 20250501
Application submitted
  1. Application filed 18 March 2025
  2. Registered
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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