Taurus F1 Cabbage
Taurus F1 cabbage is a hybrid with high-quality heads. It is favored by growers for its reliable performance in the field and excellent post-harvest attributes.
Features
- Taurus F1 produces well-filled heads with excellent field holding capacity, making it suitable for both fresh market and storage purposes.
- This variety is strong against bolting (premature flowering) and bursting, ensuring uniform growth and reduced crop loss.
- Exhibits resistance to common cabbage diseases such as Black rot (Xanthomonas campestris pv. campestris) and Fusarium Conglutinans (Foc), enhancing plant health and longevity.
- Heads are typically round to flat-round in shape with a distinctive blue-green color, which is attractive and marketable.
- Each head weighs approximately 4 to 6 kilograms, providing substantial yield per plant.
- Taurus F1 matures within 100 to 110 days after transplanting, allowing for predictable harvesting schedules and planning.
- It is recommended to plant Taurus F1 cabbage at a density ranging from 25,000 to 35,000 plants per hectare (pl/ha), optimizing space utilization and yield potential.
Application
- Suitable for both open-field and controlled environment (greenhouse) cultivation.
- Harvest when heads reach full maturity to ensure optimal size and quality.
- Ideal for fresh market sales, processing into coleslaw, and storage for extended periods due to its excellent field holding capacity.
Storage
- Store harvested heads in a cool, dry place with good air circulation to maintain freshness and prevent deterioration.
- Taurus F1 cabbage can be stored for several weeks under proper conditions, preserving its marketable quality and nutritional value.
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