Comparative assessment of productivity of white cabbage hybrids of Seminis breeding in the forest-steppe conditions of western Siberia

The authors conducted comprehensive research on evaluating heterosis hybrids of foreign selection of cabbage in the forest-steppe conditions of the Priob’ye region. We studied economically valuable features of promising mid-late cabbage hybrids and features of their cultivation on darkgrey forest soil. The research was conducted for two years. As a result of research, hybrids with maximum yield, resistance to mucus bacteriosis, and resistance to root cracking were identified. These hybrids give a high work of standard products, retain marketable qualities throughout the storage period, and contribute to a stable income due to the long sale period of commercial products. The reference hybrid Kohl’s F₁ is the highest yielding hybrid. The Arrivist F₁ hybrid is closer to the Kohl’s F₁ hybrid, with a yield lower by 4.4 t/ha. The other hybrids showed profits 1.1 (Galvatron F₁) and 1.35 (Ferro F1) times lower than the Kola F₁. The standard output was between 84% and 94%. The Arriwist F₁ and Ferro F₁ hybrids showed the best persistence. Due to the sound industry, the shelflife of these hybrids is five points. Thus, the authors distinguished the hybrids Arrivist F₁ and Kohl’s F₁ in commercial value and marketability. All the experimental hybrids were also distinguished for their cabbage. The hybrids Arriviste F₁ and Ferro F₁ showed high resistance to disease during cultivation and storage. All experimental hybrids are recommended for cultivation on vegetable farms and private households. The Ferro hybrid is the best marketability, palatability and storage period (until February). Arriviste F₁ is the best hybrid in terms of resistance to bacteriosis. The authors recommend growing and storing all the experimental hybrids to create a conveyor belt for cabbage sales during the winter-spring period.