Emerald F1 is a determinate saladette hybrid tomato from Sakata. It gives firm, blocky, bright red fruits of 80-100 g that travel long distances well, and good leaf cover protects fruits from sun. It tolerates high temperatures, has high resistance to Verticillium (Vd:1) and Fusarium wilt (Fol:1-2), and intermediate resistance to bacterial wilt. First harvest comes 60-65 days after transplanting. It is a good choice for farmers in bacterial-wilt areas.
Product details
- Crop: Tomato (saladette)
- Variety: Emerald F1
- Type: Hybrid F1, determinate
- Brand/maker: Sakata
- Maturity: First harvest 60-65 days after transplanting
- Fruit: Blocky, bright red, 80-100 g
- Pack size: Sold by seed count/weight as listed
How to plant
- Raise seedlings in trays and transplant at 3-4 weeks.
- Aim for 20,000-30,000 plants per hectare, for example 50 cm between plants and 1 m between rows.
- Can be grown year-round in frost-free areas: rainy and post-rainy seasons.
- In bacterial-wilt areas, also rotate away from tomato, pepper and garden egg.
Care after planting
- Stake plants to keep fruits clean.
- Water evenly and mulch to reduce blossom-end rot.
- Feed with NPK at transplanting, then potassium-rich fertilizer at fruiting.
- Harvest at the breaker or pink stage for distant markets.
Frequently asked questions
Is Emerald F1 good for bacterial wilt areas?
It has intermediate resistance to bacterial wilt and can lower the risk in affected fields. Combine it with crop rotation.
How many plants per hectare?
Sakata guides 20,000-30,000 final plants per hectare.
Is Emerald for fresh market or processing?
Both. Firm fruits suit fresh markets far away and processing.
Can it grow in the hot season?
Yes. It tolerates high temperatures and can be planted in rainy and post-rainy seasons.
Delivery
We deliver across Nigeria. Orders within Oyo State of ₦200,000 and above ship free, or you can pick up from our store. Need advice on the right product or quantity? WhatsApp us on 0810 845 2311.
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