Diamant

Italian Standards for Intensive Vegetable Farming

The «Diamant» onion, developed by Cora Seeds S.R.L., represents a synergy of European agricultural technology and the rigorous demands of the modern market. Created with the involvement of Seminis Vegetable Seeds Italia and Moldovan research institutions, this hybrid is a direct response to growers' needs for a stable white onion capable of withstanding both harsh storage conditions and automated harvesting processes.

Agronomic Performance and Resistance

Classified as a mid-late hybrid (120–130 days maturity), «Diamant» is primarily intended for fresh market salad use with additional potential for industrial processing. The development process focused heavily on phytosanitary reliability:

• Pathogen Resistance: High genetic resistance to Peronospora (downy mildew) and root rot significantly reduces the need for frequent fungicide applications.
• Disease Management: The hybrid demonstrates strong resilience against Fusarium, a critical factor for successful cultivation in heavy or waterlogged soil conditions.

Market Value and Produce Quality

The «Diamant» onion lives up to its name with its perfectly spherical, snow-white bulbs that possess high commercial appeal. The dense structure of the scales ensures excellent shelf life and transportability, while its adaptability to mechanical harvesting allows farmers to optimize operational costs on large-scale fields.

For commercial producers, this means the flexibility to target various sales channels—from direct retail to processing plants, where consistency in bulb shape and flavor quality is highly valued.