Farmers Pride Cassava Stem Variety | 50 Stem Per Pack

The Farmers Pride Cassava Stem Variety | 50 Stem Per Pack (20cm Planting Length) (MOQ: 50 bags) is a recently introduced cassava cultivar that has gained popularity for its adaptability, high yield, and resistance to common cassava diseases. Developed with the smallholder farmer in mind. The Farmers Pride cassava variety offers a balanced solution for farmers, providing a resilient crop option that meets both local consumption and market demands.

Here’s an in-depth look at the characteristics and advantages:

High Yield Potential of Farmers Pride Cassava Stem Variety | 50 Stem Per Pack (20cm Planting Length) (MOQ: 50 bags):

• Production Rate: Farmers Pride can yield up to 25–30 tons per hectare in ideal conditions, making it a productive choice for smallholders and commercial farms alike.

Early Maturity of Farmers Pride Cassava Stem Variety | 50 Stem Per Pack (20cm Planting Length) (MOQ: 50 bags):

• Maturity Period: Farmers Pride has a moderate to early maturity rate, typically ready for harvest within 10–12 months.
• Multiple Harvest Cycles: The early maturity allows farmers to achieve multiple planting cycles or to implement crop rotations more effectively.

Disease Resistance

• Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD): Farmers Pride is resistant to CMD, a major viral disease affecting cassava crops across Africa.
• Cassava Brown Streak Disease (CBSD): It also shows tolerance to CBSD, which is critical for preventing tuber quality losses.

Drought Tolerance and Climate Resilience

• Climate Adaptability: This variety performs well across different climatic zones, from humid tropics to semi-arid regions.

Strong Stems for Easy Propagation

• Stem Quality: Farmers Pride has robust, resilient stems that are easy to propagate, which helps farmers save costs and labor on replanting.

Uses

• High and stable dry matter (39%).
• Good for starch and flour production.
• Erect plant type excellent for mechanization.
• High yielding (35 tons/ha)

Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling:

• Harvest cassava when the tubers reach the desired maturity stage (9–12 months).
• Handle carefully to prevent bruising and maximize market value.
• Store harvested tubers in a cool, dry place to extend shelf life.

Pricing and MOQ:

• MOQ: 50 bundles.