Jorad Hybrid Cucumber Seeds | 50g

Description

Jorad Hybrid Cucumber Seeds | 50g is a popular choice among Nigerian farmers due to their high yield and adaptability to local growing conditions.​

Key Features of Jorad Hybrid Cucumber Seeds | 50g:

• Variety Type: F1 Hybrid (High-Yielding, Disease-Resistant)
• Seed Count: ~500-600 seeds per 50g packet (varies by size)
• Maturity: 40-45 Days from sowing to first harvest
• Fruit Characteristics:
  • Length: 12-15 cm
  • Diameter: 3-4 cm
  • Color: Dark green with slight ridges
  • Texture: Crisp, non-bitter, minimal seeds
• Plant Type: Vigorous vine, semi-determinate

Growth & Cultivation of Jorad Hybrid Cucumber Seeds | 50g:

• Season: Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn planting
• Sowing Method: Direct seeding or transplanting
• Spacing:
  • Row-to-Row: 90-120 cm
  • Plant-to-Plant: 45-60 cm
• Germination Rate: >90% (under optimal conditions)
• Yield Potential: 25-30 tons per hectare (under good management)

Key Benefits:

• High Disease Resistance (Tolerant to Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Cucumber Mosaic Virus)
• Uniform Fruit Shape & Size (Ideal for fresh market & pickling)
• Extended Harvest Period (Continuous fruiting for 6-8 weeks)
• Heat-Tolerant (Performs well in tropical & subtropical climates)

Key Characteristics:

• Hybrid Variety: Jorad is a hybrid cucumber seed known for its robustness and productivity. ​

• Maturity Period: The cucumbers reach maturity approximately 32 to 36 days after planting, allowing for a quick harvest cycle. 

• Fruit Appearance: The fruits are deep green in color, uniform, and cylindrically shaped, making them appealing for the market. 

• Flowering Habit: This variety exhibits a monoecious flowering habit, producing both male and female flowers on the same plant.

• Average Fruit Weight: Each cucumber weighs approximately 375 grams, contributing to substantial yields.

• Disease Resistance: Jorad cucumbers are tolerant and resistant to common diseases such as Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV) and Powdery Mildew, reducing the need for extensive pesticide use.

Advantages:

• High Yield: As a hybrid variety, Jorad cucumbers are bred for increased productivity, offering farmers better returns. ​

• Adaptability: These seeds perform well in both the rainy and dry seasons in Nigeria, providing flexibility in planting schedules. 

• Disease Resistance: The built-in resistance to certain pests and diseases helps in reducing crop losses and minimizes reliance on chemical controls.

Recommended Growing Regions:

• Open Field: Asia, Africa, Latin America
• Protected Cultivation: Greenhouses, net houses