Cultivation
Cultivation in open field conditions requires the selection of varieties adapted to uncontrolled environmental factors and climatic fluctuations. Such varieties are characterized by genetic plasticity, stress tolerance, and a vegetation period consistent with local weather conditions.
Mentioned in descriptions 28 305 varieties reference book.
Varieties for open field cultivation are bred for adaptation to uncontrolled environmental conditions, unlike greenhouse varieties. Their key feature is the ability to provide a stable yield under fluctuations in temperature, humidity, and light intensity, as well as increased resistance to regional disease pressure.
The choice of variety for open field cultivation depends on the phenological characteristics of the plant, where the life cycle must fit within the frost-free period of a specific location. Morphology is an important factor: preference is often given to determinate forms, resistant to wind stress, and the crop's ability to mature uniformly to facilitate harvesting.
Cultivation technology in open field conditions requires taking into account the biological characteristics of the variety, such as the need for insect pollination. Varieties for field conditions possess higher plasticity, which allows them to maintain yield under less intensive care and nutrient management, while greenhouse counterparts often demonstrate reduced productivity and susceptibility to stress under such conditions.
Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.
Cucumis melo L. · Melon
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)
Allium porrum L. · Leek
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon
UNITED GENETICS SEEDS CO
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
MORAVOSEED
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Vilmorin-Mikado S.A.S.
Brassica rapa L. subsp. pekinensis (Lour.) Hanelt · Napa cabbage
Sakata Seed Corporation (SCC)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
HOLLAND SELECT
Spinacia oleracea L. · Spinach
Rijk Zwaan, NL
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
FRANK FRANCIS
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Gautier Semences SAS (FR)
Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin
Gautier Semences SAS (FR)
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
Cucumis melo L. · Melon
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Vilmorin-Mikado S.A.S.
Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber
BURPEE NL B.V.
Cichorium endivia L. · Endive
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Vilmorin-Mikado S.A.S.
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
Tokita Sementi Italia S.r.l. Italia
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Enza Zaden Beheer
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Blumen Group S.p.A. (IT)
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
Golden West Seed Co.