SHETLAND

A Biological Shield Against ToBRFV

The «Shetland» tomato by Enza Limited represents the breeder's response to one of the most aggressive threats in modern vegetable production: the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV). The genetic architecture of this hybrid is built around the principle of «secure cultivation,» allowing growers to minimize crop loss risks even under high infection pressure.

Technological Hybrid Potential

• Resistance as a Foundation: Unlike standard varieties, «Shetland» features a built-in mechanism for ToBRFV resistance. For producers, this means not only the absence of fruit symptoms but also the preservation of high-quality produce, which is critical for marketability in the premium segment.
• Vegetative Stability: The originator, Enza Zaden Beheer B.V, has embedded the capacity for sustained productivity under stress conditions into the hybrid's genetic base. The plant is balanced between generative and vegetative vigor, simplifying canopy management and fruit load control.
• The Dutch Quality Standard: Utilizing seed material from Enza Zaden Seed Operations ensures high germination energy and seedling uniformity. This facilitates consistent crop establishment, which is the cornerstone of a predictable production cycle.

Integrating the «Shetland» hybrid into your crop rotation is a tactical decision for operations facing the need for strict phytosanitary control. By selecting this material from Enza Limited, agronomists acquire a tool that does more than yield results—it protects the capital invested in greenhouse facilities and crop maintenance.