KWS Vegetables, world leader in spinach seeds, held its open days this February at its trial field in Miranda, Murcia. The Dutch multinational has presented new improved varieties and received customers from all over Europe.
From its extensive catalogue of spinach, noted for their quality, performance and resistance, KWS Vegetables’ novelty for this season highlights KSP 0066.
“This is our fastest variety for the winter segment. It even surpasses Quartz by bringing forward the harvest by 4-5 days, offering an ideal window for harvesting,” says José Carlos Grajeda, regional product manager. “Its bright and uniform colour, of a very intense green, as well as its tolerance to salts and local breeds, such as mildew and 1.20, makes it optimal for any producer, as it also adapts very well to all locations and terrains,” he adds.
KWS Vegetables also continues to evolve its “Spinach 365” program. “With this program we help producers to supply the same quality of leaf—and in the desired quantities to supermarkets— throughout the year. This benefits their consistency in supply and helps their image in the eyes of the suppliers,” says René van Meijel, team leader for Baby Spinach and Swiss Chard Europe.
The Dutch multinational also presented on how to manage Pythium exclusively for customers. This pest has a great impact on crop profitability and is one of the main challenges for spinach producers. Mark Charlesworth, Product Manager for Spinach and Chard, and Anita van Nieuwehhoven, Manager for Technology Applied to Vegetable Seeds, presented their strategies and tips to the attending professionals.
