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UC10: a new early Formosa papaya cultivar

Abstract

UC10 is a new papaya cultivar, recommended to the southeast and northern regions of Brazil. It has a very good agronomic performance in and adaptation to these regions, with Formosa fruits of approximately 1.9 kg and yield of 260 t ha-1. The cultivar has early fruit production, and fruits have excellent flavor.

Keywords:
Carica papaya L.; plant breeding; hybrid; early production.

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