The Rovada blackcurrant variety is a late-ripening Dutch variety of red currant, developed in 1980 at the Netherlands Agricultural Plant Breeding University. Rovada is characterized by high yield and large, glossy berries of deep red color, arranged in dense, elongated clusters measuring 10 to 20 cm in length. Berries have a round, uniform shape, firm texture, and weigh between 0.8 to 1.2 grams, making them attractive for commercial cultivation and sale. The pedicels are strong and firm, ensuring that berries remain attached and retain their market appearance for up to two weeks at a temperature of around +2 °C.
Rovada bushes are medium-sized, reaching approximately 1.6 meters in height, with dense canopies that require annual pruning to maintain plant health and high productivity. Flowering occurs late, protecting against spring frosts and promoting stable fruit formation without flower drop. The fruiting period lasts about 40-45 days, and harvesting in southern Ukraine begins in early July and continues until the end of July.
The Rovada variety exhibits high resistance to common diseases of red currant, such as mildew, powdery mildew, and rust, as well as good cold tolerance. Due to these qualities and high productivity, Rovada is widely used both in amateur gardening and commercial cultivation, making it one of the best commercial varieties of red currant on the market.
