Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXIII, Issue 1
Written by Bianca MUȘAT (ZAMFIR), Costel VÎNĂTORU, Camelia BRATU, Viorica LAGUNOVSCHI LUCHIAN
Concerns for tomatoes breeding at SCDL Buzau were done since 1957, the year of its foundation. At present, the station has approved and patented a number of 16 varieties registered in the Official Catalog of Romanian Crop Plants. VRDS Buzau currently has a valuable germplasm collection on this species, consisting of more than 1500 genotypes that are in various breeding stages. In 2018 was patented 'Hera’ tomato variety with indeterminate growth, suitable for greenhouse or open field crops in trellis system. The variety is distinguished by a distinct phenotypic expressivity of long and red pepper shaped fruits, preserving the taste and aroma of the traditional tomatoes. The variety is intended for fresh consumption with a high production potential of over 3.5 kg/plant. Regarding the variability of the main characters, a significant decrease was found a Prebase seed field to the selection field. Since seeds and seedlings were given as promotional offers to growers, this fact generated positive feedback and starting with 2019 year, the variety will be introduced into the certified seed production program.
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