Farbio

A Benchmark for Pollinated Varieties

Farbio, developed by De Ruiter Seeds, is a long-standing favorite among professional vegetable growers who prioritize flavor and classic characteristics over modern parthenocarpic trends. As a bee-pollinated hybrid, it delivers the distinct, crisp quality that has kept it at the forefront of the market for years.

Agronomic Profile and Performance

The Farbio plant exhibits a strong vegetative growth habit, requiring careful management but providing high yields in return. With a harvest cycle starting at 40–45 days, it is a highly productive choice for those looking for efficient rotation cycles.

• Genetic Resilience: De Ruiter Seeds has engineered this hybrid to offer robust resistance against Cladosporium, powdery mildew, and cucumber mosaic virus, ensuring stability under challenging cultivation conditions.
• Marketable Produce: The fruits are characterized by their dark green color and heavy spines, reaching an ideal length of 10–12 cm. Their appearance and crunch make them a top choice for fresh markets and traditional pickling.

Cultivation Environment

While Farbio is adaptable to various environments, it truly excels in open-field settings and glasshouses where bee pollination is facilitated. It is consistently chosen by farmers who aim for consistent, high-quality yields that maintain excellent marketability after harvest.