Embrapa publishes notice for multipliers of new strawberry cultivar

Embrapa published, on June 22nd, public offering notice for producers and laboratories interested in multiplying the new strawberry cultivar BRS DC25 (Fênix). The information and documents required in the notice must be sent by email, between July 3rd and 21st.

Nurseries and laboratories registered in the National Registry of Seeds and Seedlings (Renasem), of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa), can participate. Interested parties should send an email to the address elbio.cardoso@embrapa.br with the subject “Offer Announcement No. 10/2023”. 

For nurseries, 80 lots made up of 250 mother plants are being made available, at a value of 2,4 reais each lot. For the laboratories, there are four lots made up of 15 basic plant cuttings, costing R$500 each lot. The selection will be made according to the order in which expressions of interest are received, until the lots are exhausted. 

About the strawberry cultivar BRS DC25 (Fênix)

BRS DC25 (Fênix) stands out for its early fruit production, which allows for a shorter interval between planting and harvesting and, depending on the region, increases the production window by up to seven months (from June to December). The cultivation recommendation is for the South and Southeast regions of Brazil.

The material also stands out for its balance between sugar and acidity, which results in fruits with a sweeter flavor, meeting national preferences. The fruits have good firmness, ensuring greater resistance to transportation and excellent post-harvest durability, with longer shelf life. 

The variety tends to maintain good productivity of large fruits, with size stability throughout the season. The productive potential can reach 1,2 kilos per plant, depending on growing conditions. The fruits are large, with an average weight of 23 grams, and intense red in color, with a predominantly conical shape. 

The new variety is the result of Embrapa's Strawberry Improvement Program. The development was carried out by Embrapa Clima Temperado (RS), in partnership with Embrapa Hortaliças (DF), Embrapa Meio Ambiente (SP) and Embrapa Uva e Vinho (RS).