Description
Variety Overview A premium hybrid cabbage widely marketed across Southern Africa, including Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Malawi. Key Features Feature Description Maturity Early to mid-season: 60–75 days from transplant (some sources note 70–90 d) Head Size & Weight Large and uniform—6–7 kg per head, flat-round shape Holding Capacity Excellent field holding: up to 21–22 days before quality drops Heat & Bolting Tolerance Good performance in summer/winter; tolerates heat and early bolting Disease Resistance High resistance to Black rot, Fusarium wilt/yellows, and tolerance to bacterial wilt Color & Texture Attractive blue‑green firm heads with short internal core Agronomic Details Plant Population: Recommended density is 28,000–40,000 plants/ha. All‑Season Use: Suitable for both summer and winter cropping cycles. Commercial Appeal: Uniform, large heads ideal for market and processing, with extended shelf life thanks to excellent holding ability. Performance Highlights Yield Potential: Sensational yields reportedly reaching 140 t/ha under optimal agronomic conditions . Uniformity & Harvest Efficiency: Over 90% of plants mature uniformly, making harvesting more efficient . Summary Majesty F1 Cabbage is ideal for farmers seeking: Fast‑maturing, large, and market‑ready heads Durable crops with strong disease and heat resistance High yields and extended harvest windows with good post-harvest performance This hybrid packs premium features that support reliable production for both fresh markets and processing. Recommendations Plant density: Aim for ~30,000 plants/ha to optimize head size and uniformity. Season planning: Grow in both warm and cooler seasons thanks to heat and bolting resilience. Market strategy: Use its excellent holding capacity to coordinate group harvests or reach distant markets.
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