A June-bearing cultivar with excellent processing qualities. Origin: PERNOD RICARD, France. Parker × Mimek; cross made in 1989; sel. in 1991 and tested as 89 X1 25 2; French Plant Patent C.O.V. No. 012272, E.C. Plant Patent No. 98/1326. Tree: short-day cultivar; earlier than Senga Sengana; upright and open habit; erect flowers trusses; very vigorous; high runner production for matted row cultivation; similar to or higher yield than Senga Sengana under continental to temperate climates. Highly resistant to gray mold under warm and rainy conditions; partial resistance to C. acutatum; and medium tolerance to P. cactorum, in glasshouse tests. Fruit: similar in size to Senga Sengana (7–8 g); conic; tough skin; very firm flesh; excellent shelf life and shipping quality; easy calyx removal; dark red external color; uniform dark red flesh color; medium aromatic intensity, fresh green flavor; a bit acid; low sugar contents. Processing qualities: frozen product excellent when bulk frozen or IQFed; low drip loss on thawing; from whole, sliced or cut product, fruit integrity and bright red color are well preserved after cooking. Recommended for processing uses.
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