Morena

Growing area	:	Latitude 25º-35º: brazil, southern africa
Market aim	:	Fresh market with some storage
Day length	:	Late short day for tropical
Storability	:	Medium (3-5 months)
Sowing period	:	South hem: late may-late jul, north hem: late nov-late jan, (in all regions a few weeks earlier if by transplant seedlings)
Harvest period	:	Approx 24-26 weeks after seeding, south hem: late nov-dec, north hem: late may-jun
Shape	:	Globe
Size	:	Medium-large (60-100 mm), depending on seasonal factors, sow date and location

Late Short Day hybrid which is a firm, golden brown skinned variety with excellent skin development. It has a tight neck which is ideal for curing. This variety is suitable for both hand and machine harvesting. Morena has proven to excel in relatively cool and humid subtropical areas. The longer growing time gives a firm, shiny bulb of good quality.