Donato

Reliable Early Yields for Intensive Farming

"Donato" by Hazera is a specialized radish hybrid designed for commercial producers who prioritize speed and marketability. With a maturity period of just 20–25 days, this hybrid is built to deliver a uniform, high-quality crop during the early spring season when market demand for fresh produce is at its peak.

Field Performance and Disease Management

In spring, unpredictable moisture and temperature swings can lead to significant crop loss. Donato addresses these challenges with strong genetic resistance to downy mildew, along with solid protection against rhizoctonia, common rots, and powdery mildew. This built-in resistance allows for a more streamlined spray program, significantly reducing the chemical burden on the crop.

Optimizing Production Cycles

For best results, growers should target a planting density of 2.0–2.5 million plants per hectare. This spacing ensures that each radish develops its characteristic round, bright red appearance without overcrowding. One of the main practical advantages of Donato is its uniform maturity, which allows for "one-pass" harvesting, saving on labor costs and improving logistical efficiency.

• Maturity: 20–25 days.
• Root Profile: Perfectly round, intense bright red.
• Resistances: Downy mildew, powdery mildew, rhizoctonia, and rot.
• Planting Density: 2.0–2.5 million plants per hectare.

By minimizing the risk of bolting or uneven development, Donato provides growers with a predictable and profitable tool for their spring vegetable rotation.