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ActiveRibes nigrum L. · Blackcurrant
University of Bristol L Asthom (GB)
10 August 2026
The variety Katiusha (Katjuša) is not an Estonian breeding product and is considered an introduced variety. It is included in the database of varieties being studied at the Estonian University of Life Sciences, including for organic farming purposes.
Detailed descriptions of morphological traits or detailed agronomic characteristics of the variety are absent in scientific literature. Available data are limited to mentions of the variety's participation in comparative studies on berry quality, anthocyanin content levels, and resistance to big bud mite.
2 jurisdictions
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ 2181
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Nearby in the species list Jogranda, Joniniai, Jubilejnaja Kopania, Jubilejnaja Kopanja, Julia, Karina, Karlštejnský dlouhohrozen, Karri, Kastyčiai, Katiuša, Katka, Kazkova, KB1, KB2, Kendal, Kipakka, Kira, Kiroapa10, Kobza, Koljat