Fristina

Israeli breeding for professional lettuce production

The «Fristina» lettuce from the selection giant Hazera is the choice of farmers who prioritize yield stability and commercial product quality. Developed by Israeli experts, this leafy variety has secured a strong position in the mid-ripening segment, targeting the fresh greens market. In the context of volatile climates and high pathogen pressure, Fristina demonstrates the exact qualities needed to mitigate risks: predictable growth dynamics and high disease resistance.

A biological shield: resistance as an economic foundation

The core value of Fristina lies in its genetic base. Unlike many varieties in its class, this hybrid possesses complex immunity to the most dangerous diseases capable of destroying a significant portion of marketable lettuce:

• Downy Mildew (Peronospora): a high level of resistance allows farmers to significantly save on fungicide treatments, resulting in a more sustainable product.
• Lettuce Mosaic Virus: this pathogen, which often causes leaf curling and rosette deformation, causes almost no damage to this variety, preserving the marketable look even under adverse conditions.

These characteristics make Fristina a reliable tool for those engaged in continuous lettuce production. The medium ripening period allows for precise harvest scheduling, while the balanced mass of the marketable rosette meets the standards of modern retail chains.

Technical features and application

As a leafy type, it forms a dense rosette that is easy to transport and process. Fristina performs excellently both in protected cultivation and in open-field conditions, demonstrating adaptability to various soil types. For agronomists, this means easy integration into crop rotations without the need for radical shifts in cultivation technology. The Fristina variety is more than just seed material; it is a ready-to-use agrotechnical solution from Hazera, proven by time and real-world yield metrics.