The breeding programme is at the heart of the Italian Breeders' Consortium (CIV) activities. A key part of this work involves selecting new clones. In the early apple segment, CIV selected two new clones of Gala that showed particularly interesting characteristics.
T-Rex®/CIVT15
T-Rex®/CIVT15 stands out for its early colouring compared to other Gala clones. The production shows excellent uniformity in both ripening and size, with larger fruit and a distinctive conical shape.
"The stability of T-Rex impressed our breeders, who decided to select this clone for its production advantages. Even in lowland areas, where early colouring is more difficult to achieve, T-Rex has demonstrated this crucial feature. It also has a more compact habitus than traditional Gala. Asian markets are showing strong interest in this clone, which has excellent growth prospects globally."
TigerGala ®/CIVS15
"Our response to the striped Gala clones is TigerGala ®/CIVS15. This clone, which is also characterised by a high amount of striping with excellent colouration, extends its cultivation areas to markets that are particularly challenging in this aspect. In the face of climate change, which negatively impacts yields, especially in lowland areas, TigerGala stands out for achieving intense striping earlier than other clones."
Federico Stanzani, Commercial Director of CIV, adds: "Interest in Gala T-Rex is growing among growers due to its distinctive characteristics: the uniform red colour over the entire surface and the large size. The fruit catches the attention of consumers and buyers on the shelf'."
T-Rex and TigerGala are exclusive products and only available from CIV member nurseries: Mazzoni Vivai, Tagliani Vivai and Salvi Vivai. CIV's breeding programme continues to develop these and other varieties, aiming of maximise production benefits and organoleptic properties while addressing the challenges posed by climate change.
For more information:
CIV- Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti
Tel.: +39.0533.399431
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www.civ.it