Onion Gamay

Gamay

The Gamay onion, classified as a mid to late short-day red variety, boasts robust foliage and a sturdy plant structure, rendering it highly productive. Exhibiting a vibrant dark red hue, its bulbs are distinguished by their optimal shape, firmness, and remarkable storage capacity. Particularly resilient against general leaf diseases, the foliage of this adaptable cultivar demonstrates exceptional vigour. The uniformly flattened globe shape not only enhances its aesthetic appeal with excellent colouration but also contributes to its notable storage capability. Moreover, Gamay onions have exhibited commendable partial resistance to Downy Mildew, further bolstering their appeal for cultivation. With a storage potential ranging from 2 to 4 months, and sizes typically ranging from 70 to 110 mm and larger, these onions are ideally suited for both fresh market distribution and extended storage purposes.

Crop
Onion
Crop Type
Short Day
Subtype
short day
Storability
9 - 18 weeks
Shape
Globe to slightly flattened globe
Colour
Red
Country
Ethiopia, Namibia, South Africa
Maturity
Late 9 plus days
Suited for
Fresh market, Storage
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