Sarmat

Reliability and Classics from DS «Mayak»

The «Sarmat» cucumber is the result of breeding work by DS «Mayak» IOB NAAS, aimed at creating a reliable bee-pollinated hybrid for Ukrainian agricultural conditions. In a market often dominated by complex parthenocarpic varieties, this hybrid remains a benchmark for farmers focused on traditional cultivation in both open fields and greenhouses.

Agrotechnics and Productivity

This model belongs to the generative plant type. This means the crop directs its primary energy toward forming high-quality fruits rather than excessive vegetative mass. Under standard conditions, the time to first harvest is 45–50 days, making it an excellent choice for early market yields.

• Pollination Type: Bee-pollinated.
• Cultivation: Open ground, glass greenhouses, and film tunnels.
• Fruit Characteristics: Bright green color, pronounced large tubercles (warty), and an optimal length of 9–10 cm.

Protection and Resistance

The key advantage of «Sarmat» is its high field resistance to downy mildew (peronosporosis). As this pathogen poses a major threat to cucumbers in Ukraine, the breeding efforts at «Mayak» have significantly reduced the risk of harvest loss during high humidity or fluctuating temperatures. Notably, the hybrid also demonstrates resistance to specific pathogens, including corn and sorghum peronosporosis, which is vital for effective crop rotation management.

«Sarmat» is the choice for professionals who value consistent results and the classic crunch of a true open-ground cucumber.