Faktor

Technical Potential of the 'Faktor' Bunching Onion Hybrid

The 'Faktor' bunching onion, developed by NPK Sembiotek, is a specialized solution for intensive commercial greens production. Unlike standard varieties, this hybrid was brought to market maturity by a team of originators (Dr. Green, Greenomica, Sembiotek) with a focus on leaf stability under high-density planting conditions.

Biological Defense and Stress Resistance

The core biological feature of this hybrid is its genetically fixed resistance to key pathogens that limit the profitability of scallion production. Specifically, 'Faktor' demonstrates high tolerance to the fusarium wilt complex and downy mildew (peronospora). The practical value of this defense lies in reducing the fungicidal load on crops, which is critical for producing eco-friendly goods and lowering production costs in the salad onion segment.

Agrotechnical Performance and Economics

• Vegetation Rate: A maturity period of up to 90 days ensures predictable marketable yield, allowing for scheduled continuous supply.
• Yield Potential: Exceeding 100 tons per hectare is an indicator of high intensity, requiring balanced nitrogen nutrition to maintain leaf turgor.
• Post-Harvest Logistics: The ability of the leaves to maintain marketability for 5–6 months under proper storage conditions opens up significant opportunities for supplying retail chains that demand consistent quality during the off-season.

The 'bunching' type refers to the salad market segment, where juiciness, lack of fibrous texture, and intense leaf coloration are prioritized. Cultivation of 'Faktor' requires manual harvesting, which is justified by the high profit margins achieved when following the NPK Sembiotek technological guidelines.