Cadenza

Dutch breeding for the late-season market

Cadenza is a 2025 release from the Dutch company Fresh Forward, designed to extend the strawberry season by offering premium-quality fruit when other varieties have already finished production. This variety is tailored for professional cultivation across various agro-climatic zones, demonstrating excellent adaptability and consistent performance.

Appearance and sensory profile

The defining feature of Cadenza is the combination of large size and a perfect, uniform conical shape. The berries boast an intense red color with a high-gloss finish, making them highly attractive for retail displays. Unlike many late-season varieties that may lose uniformity, this hybrid maintains consistent fruit shape throughout the entire harvest window.

Cadenza stands out from competitors due to its flavor profile: a sweet, rich taste paired with moderate flesh firmness makes it an ideal choice for the fresh market. The flesh is dense and vibrant red, ensuring excellent shelf life and transportability.

Agronomic advantages

• Plant health: The variety features genetically inherent high resistance to major soil-borne pathogens, including Phytophthora cactorum and Verticillium dahliae, significantly reducing the need for intensive fungicide programs.
• Vigor: Strong plants with a semi-erect habit and dark green foliage provide excellent protection for the inflorescences, which are positioned at leaf level.
• Harvest efficiency: Despite high vegetative vigor and prolific runner production, the variety forms well-positioned flower stalks, optimizing labor costs during picking.

Cadenza is the professional choice for growers looking to extend their sales season with high-quality berries without compromising on taste. Its reliable yield and robust root health make it a valuable asset for modern berry operations.