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Estel

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Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by Les Graines Caillard Sa (FR)

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Variety description

10 August 2026

A mid-season hybrid with a vegetation period of 70–75 days from the moment of transplanting. The plant is of the open type, medium-sized (up to 90 cm), possesses a powerful root system and shortened internodes.

The fruits have an elongated cylindrical shape, a length of 22–24 cm, a diameter of 5.5 cm, and an average weight of 250–300 g. The skin is dark purple and glossy; the flesh is firm and tender, without bitterness. The fruits possess high marketability and transportability.

The hybrid is characterized by high stress tolerance, the ability to set fruit under adverse conditions, and high regenerative capacity. It is intended for open field, plastic greenhouses, and tunnels; it is suitable for cooking and industrial processing.

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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
Les Graines Caillard Sa (FR) Developed the variety
Applicant
Les Graines Caillard Sa (FR) Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
Les Graines Caillard Sa (FR) 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 Terminated

    № 0050576

    Registration
    1 January 1973
    Terminated
    1 January 1982

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