Tomato HEINZ 9888 F1 is an early hybrid intended for whole-fruit canning and processing into tomato paste. This variety is characterized by high yield and is suitable for mechanical harvesting, significantly simplifying the harvest process. The fruits have an oval shape, bright red color, and average weight ranging from 60 to 100 grams depending on growing conditions. Dry matter and sugar (BRIX) content are in the range of 5.1–5.4%, ensuring rich flavor and high product quality.
HEINZ 9888 F1 hybrid exhibits increased resistance to a wide spectrum of diseases, including verticillium wilt, nematodes, bacterial blight, fusarium, alternaria, leaf spot, and dodder. This resistance makes the variety particularly attractive for industrial cultivation under various climatic conditions. The plant is compact, strong, and adaptable, enabling it to successfully cope with stress factors and different agronomic practices.
The maturity period of this hybrid is early, allowing for a harvest within a short timeframe. The fruits are firm, uniform in shape and size, and retain their market qualities well during storage and transportation. Due to these characteristics, HEINZ 9888 F1 is popular among farmers and tomato product manufacturers, providing a stable and high-quality yield for processing and canning.
