Rio Grande Tomatoes

Characteristics:

• Determinate variety (has definite flowering and fruiting).
• Matures in 75 -80 days from transplanting.
• Fruits weigh on average 90 – 100 grams.
• Yield potential 12-16 tonnes per acre
• Very good shelf life and easy to transport long distances with minimal losses.
• Very fast at germinating with vigorous plants.
• Fruits mature at the same time and thus can be harvested at once.
• Well adapted to hot days and cold nights (withstands extremes in temperature).

Resistances / Tolerances:

• Good tolerance against Leaf Roll Virus.
• Resistant to Verticillium and Fusarium wilt.

Spacing: 35 cm x 100 cm.

Seed rate: 400 grams per acre (direct seeding) OR 80-100g per acre (transplanted).