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ActiveRibes nigrum L. · Blackcurrant
University of Bristol L Asthom (GB)
Ribes nigrum L. Blackcurrant · Fruit crops · bred by Tereshcenko IAna IUrivna, Yareshcenko Oleksandr Mykolaiovych,
also searched as: кира
10 August 2026
The variety is mid-season, ripening from late June to early July. The bush is of medium height, compact and dense, with strong flexible shoots, which is convenient for dense plantings and mechanized harvesting. It possesses high self-fertility and resistance to spring temperature fluctuations.
The berries are large, with a weight of 2.0–3.2 g, up to a maximum of 3.5 g, uniform, black in color with a glossy sheen. The flesh is fleshy and juicy, the skin is thin, and the taste is sweet and refreshing. The berries have a dry detachment and are suitable for freezing and fresh consumption.
The variety is characterized by a high, stable yield of 4.0–4.7 kg per bush. It possesses complex resistance to dangerous fungal diseases and good transportability.
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ 22297007
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