Golden

Technical Profile of the 'Golden' Pepper Variety

The 'Golden' pepper is a result of collaborative selection work between 'Euro-Semena' and the Vavilov Institute of Plant Genetic Resources (VIR). This variety is engineered to meet the requirements for large-fruited production, showing high adaptability in both open field and protected soil (greenhouse) environments.

Fruit Morphometrics and Quality

The variety’s value lies in its high physical robustness and specific dimensional ratios:

• Fruit mass: 200–250 grams, classifying it as a high-yield large-fruited pepper.
• Pericarp wall thickness: 8–9 mm. This is the primary engineering feature ensuring structural integrity, long shelf life, and resistance to bruising during transport.
• Geometric ratios: 10 cm in length by 6 cm in diameter. This standardized shape is optimal for uniform packing and processing operations.

Growth Cycle and Agronomic Specs

The maturation period is 75–80 days, placing it in the early-to-mid maturity group. The green color during the technical maturity stage indicates a high density of biomass development. In practice, the variety provides a balanced growth habit, capable of supporting heavy yields without significant plant stress.

By selecting 'Golden', growers gain a consistent variety that minimizes post-harvest loss due to its thick, fleshy pericarp (8-9 mm). Its performance metrics are validated by its origin, combining robust genetic traits suitable for varied cultivation protocols.