Tomato X 9997 is a hybrid variety intended for cultivation in open ground and industrial processing. This variety belongs to determinate tomatoes with compact bushes, facilitating mechanized harvesting. The fruits have blocky or elliptical shapes and a bright red color, with an average weight ranging from 51 to 90 grams. Due to its high yield, reaching 57.5–69.8 kg per square meter, variety X 9997 is suitable for both processing into tomato products and fresh market sales.
A distinctive feature of tomato X 9997 is its ultra-early ripening, enabling rapid harvest. The fruits have high sugar content (BRIX 4.8%), enhancing their flavor. Additionally, the variety exhibits increased resistance to several diseases, including verticillium and fusarium wilt, gall nematode, and bacterial fruit spot, making it a reliable choice for cultivation under various conditions.
Tomato X 9997 belongs to determinate varieties with horizontal leaf arrangement and simple inflorescences. This growth type ensures compact bush structure and ease of care. Unlike indeterminate tomatoes, which require supports and pinching, X 9997 is easier to grow and suitable for open ground. This variety is optimal for farmers and producers aiming to achieve high-quality yields with high productivity and disease resistance.
