Junior
Onion
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A high-yielding, technology-ready mid-early hybrid designed for efficient mechanized harvesting.
Description
A robust choice for large-scale production
The «Junior» onion is a product of Ukrainian breeding, specifically developed for large-scale agricultural enterprises that prioritize efficient, mechanized farming. This mid-early hybrid has firmly established itself in the market by offering a compelling balance between rapid vegetation cycles and consistent commercial quality.
Agronomic potential and key performance
The primary advantage of «Junior» is its impressive yield potential, which reaches 70–90 tons per hectare. Adapted to a wide range of soil conditions within Ukraine, this hybrid shows excellent performance when managed with professional agronomic standards. A vegetation period of 90–100 days allows growers to schedule harvests efficiently, avoiding the risk of autumn rainfall.
- Mechanization ready: The plant is perfectly suited for mechanized harvesting. Its strong root system and dense bulb structure significantly reduce losses during machine processing.
- Market appearance: The bronze-yellow skin and classic round shape ensure high demand both in wholesale markets and modern retail chains.
- Storage capacity: With a shelf life of 4–5 months, farmers have sufficient time to market their yield effectively.
«Junior» is not intended for long-term winter storage until the following season; instead, its niche is early-autumn and mid-term distribution. Due to the high density of its protective scales, the variety handles transport remarkably well, which is a critical factor for domestic logistics and export operations. It remains a reliable and profitable solution for producers focused on high-volume, high-quality output.
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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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Maturation Period
Maturation Period
Vegetation period from emergence to technical maturity 30-50 days. |
90 - 100 days |
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Harvest Method
Harvest Method
Most existing onion varieties are harvested manually. This is because onion bulbs are very sensitive to mechanical damage. However, there are varieties whose bulbs have a hard consistency and are suitable for mechanical harvesting. |
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Yield
Yield
Overall bulb harvest per unit area. Depends on both onion variety characteristics and agronomic practices, fertilizers, and irrigation. Under optimal growing conditions, an onion yield of 100 tons per hectare and above is not considered record-breaking. |
70 - 90 tons/ha |
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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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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. |
4 - 5 months |
| Catalog | Catalog → Onion |
| Country | Ukraine |
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