© CapGen SeedsThe II Expo Cherry Costa de Granada took place on March 11 and 12 at the Municipal Pavilion of La Rábita. It experienced a significant increase in professional visitors and participating companies, marking progress toward becoming Granada's premier agricultural fair.
On this stage, the CapGen Seeds catalogue at stand N16 drew a lot of interest.
Obelix, the classic that keeps conquering countryside
Despite advances in genetics, the Obelix pear tomato still stands out due to its large size and remarkable adaptability to various growing conditions.
Many growers already cultivating this tomato visited the stand, while numerous others stopped by to learn more about it with plans to plant it for the first time next season.
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Innovation against the rugose virus and new developments in cucumber
In the innovations section, CapGen Seeds highlighted its genetic arsenal to meet current market demands.
The cocktail tomato in bunch CGT3582 was especially notable as a specialty that ensures resistance to tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) while also offering a deep red color, remarkable brightness, and an outstanding post-harvest lifespan.
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In addition, Panoramix, the pear tomato meant for export and resistant to the rugose virus, continues to attract new followers. Capitalizing on the interest in this variety, the company has announced a series of Open Days to showcase Panoramix in the field, scheduled for Friday, March 20, in the Carchuna area.
The Expo Cherry provided a great platform to present Jarama, CapGen Seeds' new Dutch cucumber. This variety enables the company to broaden its catalog with high-quality tools for growers in Granada, highlighting Jarama's robust resistance to CGMMV—a significant safety benefit that enhances the company's existing product range in the region.
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