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For the large truss segment. Merlice is the highest yield potential TOV variety with low labor cost in the market. Because of its intermediate powdery mildew resistance, high average fruit weight and reliable behavior its the number one tomato amongst growers and retailers.
- Merlice performs well under artificial lighting. It is suitable for loose and cluster harvesting. Must be grafted for best results and it does not tolerate high humidity.
Features
- High average fruit weight and yield potential
- Uniform and short plant
- Less fruit fall
- Powdery Mildew resistance
- Jointless truss
- Opportunities for biological control
Advantages
- Low in labor cost
- Less waste
- Reliable in chain with long shelf life
Disease Resistance
Disease Resistance (HR)
Fol:1,2/For/Pf:A-E/ToMV:0-2/Va:1/Vd:1
Disease Resistance (IR)
On
Characteristics
AVERAGE WEIGHT
150-160 grams
EXTERNAL COLOR
Red
HARVEST METHOD
Loose, Truss
HARVESTING SEASON
Lit Crop, Year Round
JOINTLESS
Yes
PLANT TYPE
Indeterminate
SHAPE
Round
SIZE
Large
VIGOR
High