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Application submittedCucumis melo L. · Melon
IT
3 records
Variety traits
Melon flavor and aroma
Cucumis melo L.
The assessment of melon fruit quality is based on organoleptic evaluation and laboratory analysis of total soluble solids (TSS) content, with levels above 12–15% considered an indicator of high quality.
In the reference 358 varieties crop Melon, where this is mentioned in the description.
For an objective assessment of flavor and aroma, sensory evaluation scales are used, taking into account sweetness, texture, and odor intensity, in combination with the measurement of the proportion of soluble solids and total sugars. High sugar content indicators correlate directly with the breeding value of a specific hybrid.
Sugar accumulation and aroma development require an active temperature sum in the range of 3100–3400°C and intense light. Agrotechnical control includes limiting irrigation during the fruit filling phase and balanced nutrition with a priority on potassium and phosphorus over nitrogen, which prevents sugar accumulation.
The biological maturity of the fruit is determined by aroma; however, varietal characteristics dictate strict adherence to harvest timelines. For varieties with high aroma intensity, such as the 'Efiopka' type, overripening is critical, as it provokes fermentation processes and the development of off-flavors.
General information about the subject — on the page Taste and aroma.
Varieties of Melon mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Mehari
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Novartis Seeds BV (NL)
FR
NL
3 records
Valeriano
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
HM.Clause S.A.S.
FR
4 records
Fado
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
SEMILLAS FITO, S.A.
ES
4 records
Terral
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
HM.Clause S.A.S.
FR
6 records
Emerald Gem
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Domaine Public (FR)
FR
3 records
Merlin
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Golden West Seed Co.
GR
UA
3 records
Kadenza
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.
NL
6 records
Galuna Lithium
Application submittedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
NL
4 records
Danubio
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
NL
4 records
Eccelso
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Syngenta Seeds B.V.
NL
5 records
Dominio
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Syngenta Seeds B.V.
NL
5 records
Makeba
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.
NL
5 records
Sugarkech
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Monsanto Vegetable IP Management B.V.
FR
4 records
PS 03762060
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Seminis Vegetable Seeds
NL
4 records
Manuel Antonio
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
JOAO JACINTO PEREIRA DA SILVA
PT
2 records
Plaizir
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
HM.Clause S.A.S.
FR
3 records
Gallardo
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Seminis Vegetable Seeds
ES
2 records
Opositor
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.
NL
4 records
Frivol
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)
FR
2 records
Lunastar
TerminatedCucumis melo L. · Melon
NUNHEMS BIO OBTENTION
NL
3 records
Delibel
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Nunhems B.V., Laboratoire ASL S.N.C.
NL
7 records
Noir des carmes
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
Service Officiel de Controle (FR)
FR
3 records
Rugoso di Cosenza giallo
ActiveCucumis melo L. · Melon
MINISTERO DELLE POLITICHE AGRICOLE E FORESTALI - DIREZIONE GENERALE DELLE POLITICHE AGRICOLE ED AGROINDUSTRIALI NAZIONALI
IT
2 records