Amfora
Onion
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A high-yielding salad onion variety with consistent 130-180g bulbs and excellent market appeal.
Description
Ukrainian Selection Expertise: The «Amphora» Onion
Developed by the Institute of Vegetable and Melon Growing of the NAAS, the "Amphora" variety has established itself as a reliable mid-season salad onion, specifically bred for regional producers. This variety represents years of dedicated selection aimed at balancing aesthetic appeal with superior culinary characteristics.
Agronomic Profile and Market Position
With a vegetation period of 100 to 110 days, "Amphora" serves as a standard for mid-season cultivation. It is highly valued for its uniform bulb formation and attractive appearance, which makes it a preferred choice for wholesale and retail markets.
- Bulb Characteristics: The variety produces rounded, bronze-yellow bulbs that are visually appealing and easy to process for retail packaging.
- Yield and Size: The typical bulb weight ranges from 130 to 180 grams, hitting the sweet spot for consumer demand.
- Storage and Quality: Classified as a salad onion, it offers a refined taste profile. Furthermore, its 3 to 4-month shelf life allows farmers to extend their sales window through the late autumn and winter seasons.
For agricultural enterprises seeking stability, "Amphora" provides a predictable, low-maintenance production cycle. Its adaptability to local climate conditions and consistent output make it an economically sound investment for growers looking to satisfy the demand for high-quality salad onions in the fresh produce market.
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Type
Type
Galia (Galia) type — relatively new, of Israeli origin, although there are indications that this variety may originate from Spain. The fruits of this type are round or oval, weighing about 1 kg. The surface is smooth, covered with a delicate, connected netting, turning yellow whe... |
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Direction
Direction
Existing varieties and types of cabbage are grown for fresh consumption, long-term storage, and technical processing. |
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Maturation Period
Maturation Period
Vegetation period from emergence to technical maturity 30-50 days. |
100 - 110 days |
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Onion bulb; color
Onion bulb; color
Distinguish two main colors of the onion bulb in cross-section. Specifically, white (possibly greenish-white) and red (pink) color. |
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Cormus; shape
Cormus; shape
The shape of corms is quite diverse and can be flattened, round, and elongated. |
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Onion bulb; weight
Onion bulb; weight
The weight of an onion bulb can reach 500–800 grams at sparse planting. |
130 - 140 grams, 140 - 150 grams, 150 - 160 grams, 160 - 170 grams, 170 - 180 grams |
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Storage
Storage
Depending on the variety characteristics, the storage period for heads may vary from one month for early varieties to eight months for late cabbage varieties. |
3 - 4 months, 4 - 5 months, 5 - 6 months, 6 - 7 months |
| Catalog | Catalog → Onion |
| Originator | IVMG NAAS |
| Country | Ukraine |
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