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Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by Kees Reinink

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is early-maturing, with a growing season of 65–70 days. The plant is of the open type, possesses a developed root system and short internodes, and requires staking due to its branched structure. The hybrid is characterized by stress tolerance and produces stable yields during temperature fluctuations.

Fruits reach a length of up to 22 cm and a diameter of 5.5–6 cm. The skin is thin and of a deep dark purple color. The flesh is firm and light beige. The produce has good keeping quality, transportability, and versatile use; it is suitable for cultivation in open field and greenhouses.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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QZ

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified.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
Kees Reinink 298 Developed the variety
Applicant
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
RIJK ZWAAN Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. 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 Active

    № 287637

    Registration
    15 February 2002
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № ABR48/12736

    Application
    10 July 2000
    Registration
    15 February 2002
  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 12022002

    Application
    18 July 2012

Plant breeders' rights

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

Turkey № 2005/029BRIGITTE_10-44 RZ Fi
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  1. Application filed 14 January 2005
  2. Registered 9 December 2005
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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