Maeva F1

Engineering High Yields: The Genetics of Maeva F1

The Maeva F1 tomato by Rijk Zwaan is a sophisticated solution for commercial vegetable production. Its indeterminate growth habit requires precise crop management, which in turn maximizes greenhouse space utilization, ensuring consistent yields over an extended harvesting window. With a 100-120 day maturity cycle, this hybrid falls into the mid-late category, ideal for supplying high-quality produce during peak demand periods.

Biosecurity and Stress Tolerance

The core value of Maeva F1 lies in its robust genetic profile. The breeder has integrated multi-pathogen resistance to mitigate risks in protected cropping environments:

• Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV);
• Verticillium Wilt (Va, Vd);
• Fusarium Wilt (Fol 1, 2);
• Leaf Mold (Ff 1-5).

This resistance package significantly reduces the reliance on intensive fungicide programs, allowing growers to focus more on precision nutrition and climate control.

Technical Fruit Specifications

With a flat-round shape and an 80-100 gram fruit weight, Maeva F1 is perfectly suited for retail pre-packaging and the specialty small-fruit segment. A standout technical feature is its shelf life: the fruits maintain excellent marketability for over 30 days post-harvest. Combined with high transportability, this minimizes losses throughout the logistics chain. The bi-color availability (red/orange) enhances marketing versatility, allowing for high-end retail assortments.