Onion Calypso

Ensuring Consistent Yields: The 'Calipso' Onion Advantage

For agricultural producers operating in regions prone to soil-borne pathogens, seed selection is the most critical factor for success. 'Calipso', developed by Ooo Agroholding, offers a strategic solution to yield loss. This variety is specifically bred for strong resistance against Fusarium and various rot diseases, ensuring that crops retain their marketability even during extended storage periods.

Agronomic Profile and Bulb Characteristics

'Calipso' exhibits steady performance as a mid-season onion variety (120–130 days). Its uniform, globe-shaped bulbs, weighing between 200 and 250 grams, meet the high aesthetic standards required by modern retail chains.

• Mechanization: The variety is fully adapted for mechanized harvesting, which is essential for large-scale operations aiming to optimize labor costs.
• Quality: With a dry matter content of 13–15%, 'Calipso' bulbs offer a dense structure and excellent long-term storage potential.
• Disease Resistance: The inherent resistance to bacteriosis sets 'Calipso' apart from many sensitive hybrids that require rigorous soil sterilization.

Who Should Choose 'Calipso'?

This variety is a reliable choice for farmers focusing on mid-to-late season markets. It is not designed for early-harvest "bunching" production; instead, it shines as a staple crop meant for long-term storage and supply. By reducing the reliance on aggressive fungicide treatments, 'Calipso' helps lower overall production costs. The variety is a result of selective breeding by the team at Ooo Agroholding (lead originators: Oleksii Anatoliiovych Sedyn and Vladymyr Volodymyrovych Pavliuk), ensuring that the planting material is well-adapted to regional growing conditions.