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Why «Kushchevka Mestnaya» is a professional choice for vegetable farms

Developed by the Institute of Vegetable and Melon Growing of NAAS, this shallot variety has become a gold standard for producers focused on high-quality early-season greens. Unlike standard onions, «Kushchevka Mestnaya» forms multiple bulbs in a single cluster, significantly increasing the marketable yield per unit of land area.

Practical use in farming operations

• Early greens production: The primary strength of this variety is its ability to produce dense clusters of tender, succulent leaves. Its high multi-budding capacity makes it an ideal solution for early spring market windows when green supply is in high demand.
• Salad segment: Characterized by a mild, semi-sharp flavor without harsh pungency, this shallot is highly valued by chefs and retailers. Its texture is perfect for fresh salads, adding a premium touch to culinary applications.
• Storage efficiency: The variety exhibits excellent shelf life. Farmers can store the harvest successfully, allowing for marketing flexibility and the ability to capture better prices well into the winter season.

For agricultural enterprises, «Kushchevka Mestnaya» is a tool for risk mitigation. It is well-adapted to the climatic conditions of Ukraine and shows consistent results with minimal intensive intervention. Due to its vigorous clustering habit, it is crucial to maintain appropriate planting spacing, ensuring each bulb in the cluster has enough space to reach its full potential size.