Leek

Leek

Building on more than 30 years of experience, we have developed a strong base for breeding high-quality hybrid leek varieties.

Strong portfolio of leek seeds for all markets 

Our portfolio of over 17 varieties covers all growing seasons. In it, you will find classic leek seeds for the fresh market, pre-packaged leeks, organic leeks and much more. 

Innovation through genetics 

As we explore new opportunities and enhance resistance against existing and new threats, our assortment will keep growing. Our intensive research and unparalleled expertise in genetics enable us to come up with new varieties that are more resistant and easier to harvest and clean, reducing the need for labor.  

Collaboration that drives progress 

To make sure we can offer leek seeds for every market, we work closely with all our partners in the supply and value chain. What we learn, we share and incorporate into our development endeavors. On top of that, we provide many services to help our partners grow more efficient, cater to changing markets and manage threats.  

Leek Hybrids

Variety Earliness Leaf Color Plant Type Shaft Length Pa Ap Tt Psp Pp 
Shafton F1 9 5 7 7 IR IR   IR  
Linkton F1 8 6 7 8 IR IR   IR  
Duraton F1 8 6 7 7 IR     IR  
Krypton F1 8 6 7 6       IR  
Megaton F1 8 6 6 6       IR  
Chiefton F1 7 7 8 8   IR   IR  
Longton F1 6,5 8 8 8   IR IR IR  
Belton F1 6 7 7 7 IR IR   IR IR
Nunton F1 6 8 7 6 IR IR IR IR IR
Poulton F1 6 8 6 5   IR     IR
Lexton F1 6 8 8 8   IR   IR  
Flexiton F1 5 8 8 6 IR IR IR IR IR
Pluston F1 6 8 7 6   IR IR IR IR
Sureton F1 5,5 8,5 7 5   IR   IR  
Aylton F1 5 9 6 5   IR   IR IR
Laston F1 5 9 8 6 IR IR IR IR  
Harston F1 5 8 7 5       IR  

Leek Hybrids Pre-pack varieties

Variety Earliness Leaf Color Plant Type Shaft Length
Linkton F1 (Nun 20201) - Pre-pack - NEW 8 6 7 8
Longton F1 - Pre-pack 7 7 9 8
Lexton F1  - Pre-pack 6 8 9 8

Legend: 

Earliness: 1 = slow growing, 10 = fast growing    

Leaf color: 1 = light green, 10 = dark green    

Plant type: 1 = less erect, 10 = erect    

Shaft length: 1 = short, 10 = long  

 

IR: Intermediaire Resistance 

Pa : Puccinia allii

Ap : Alternaria porri 

Tt : Thrips tabaci

Psp : Pseudomonas syringae pv. porri

Pp : Phytophthora porri 

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