CapGen Seeds has started off the 2024-25 campaign with an important international boost, extending its presence on key markets such as Mexico, Morocco, and Italy. This growth reflects its commitment to offering innovative solutions, maintaining its spotlight on research and development.
The great new development is the opening of CapGen Seeds Italia, with head offices in Sicily. In this region, they are introducing the papaya Alicia, a variety developed for greenhouse crops and non-tropical conditions, which turns it into an excellent option for the Mediterranean climate. Alicia stands out for its high beta-lycopene content, its firmness and perfumed aroma. “This opening in Italy is a strategic step for us. We are convinced that the papaya Alicia will be successful in Sicily,” Rafael Cremades, General Manager of CapGen Seeds, affirms.
On markets such as Mexico and Morocco, where it already has an important presence, it has experienced considerable growth, boosted by the success of its tomato, pepper, and cucumber varieties, adapted to the specific conditions of these regions. Resistance to disease and greater yield have been essential parts of their success.
Key agreements in Asia
The company’s international growth also includes important agreements on key markets such as India and China, where the demand for high quality seeds is constantly on the rise. These agreements will position the company as a relevant agent in Asia. “Entering markets as competitive as India and China is marking out an important milestone for us.”
R&D and resistances
CapGen Seeds continues innovating with new varieties, such as a plum tomato that is resistant to ToBRFV, and pre-commercial varieties of peppers and cucumber for early cycle. These solutions will allow the company to continue growing on the local market in key regions such as Almeria, Costa de Granada, and Campo de Cartagena.
Successful varieties from the previous year, such as the California pepper Gaudí, resistant to powdery mildew and nematodes, and the plum cherry tomato Gavilán, ideal for ecological crops, will continue being important during this campaign. In cucumbers, Martínez and Españolo are continuing to establish themselves on the Spanish market.
