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ActiveRibes nigrum L. · Blackcurrant
University of Bristol L Asthom (GB)
Ribes nigrum L. Blackcurrant · Fruit crops · bred by Lietuvos agrarinių ir miškų mokslų centro filialas Sodininkystės ir daržininkystės institutas
also searched as: пилėнаи
10 August 2026
A mid-season ripening variety, with fruits maturing in July. The plant is medium-sized with a moderately spreading bush habit. The average berry weight is about 1.0 g, the taste is characterized as sweet and sour, and the anthocyanin content is high.
The variety possesses high winter hardiness and complex resistance to a number of pathogens. It shows high resistance to powdery mildew and anthracnose, medium resistance to septoria leaf spot, and is also resistant to the currant bud mite.
The produce is versatile; the berries are suitable for fresh consumption and processing. The ripening stability and biological characteristics of the variety allow it to be used in both amateur and industrial gardening, including mechanical harvesting and organic production.
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ V-102
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