Key Characteristics of Yash F1 Watermelon
- Fruit Type:Oblong-shaped fruits with green and dark green striped skin.
- Weight:Large fruits, typically weighing between 8-12 kg (sometimes up to 15 kg).
- Flesh Quality:Deep crimson, very sweet (high Brix of 12-13%), with a crunchy texture.
- Maturity:Early maturing variety, ready for harvest in approximately 75 days from sowing.
- Yield & Performance:Highly prolific with good fruit-setting ability in both hot and wet weather.
- Storage & Transport:Known for a hard rind (pericarp), making it excellent for long-distance transport and storage.
- Resistance:Intermediate tolerance to Downey mildew and Fusarium wilt.
Agronomic Information
- Seed Rate:Approximately 500g – 600g per acre.
- Spacing:Often recommended at 150cm x 45cm or 100cm x 80cm depending on field conditions.
- Distributor:Available in Uganda through dealers such as Faith Agro Input Ltd.
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