Eggplant Trial
September 2025 – El-Salhiya, Ismailia Governorate, Egypt
Trial Introduction
The trial aims to evaluate yield performance, fruit quality, resistance to pests and diseases, and adaptability to local conditions in both open fields and greenhouse cultivation.
Trial Monitoring
- Technical Team: Company agronomists and crop technicians visit the field weekly.
- Monitoring Method: Each plant is observed from transplanting to harvest. Notes are taken on vegetative growth, flowering, fruit set, and any signs of pests or diseases.
- Visual Documentation: High-quality photos are captured at each growth stage to compare plant performance across the trial units.
- Irrigation & Fertilization: Every watering and fertilization event is recorded to track its effect on yield and fruit quality.
- Note: Any abnormal plant symptoms (yellowing, spots, wilting, pest damage) are immediately recorded with detailed descriptions.
Variety Evaluation
- 1. Pest & Disease Resistance
- Plants appear strong with no major wilting or fungal infections.
- Good resistance to gray mold and blight; minor effects observed under high humidity.
- Low pest pressure; whitefly presence does not affect overall growth.
- 2. Vegetative Growth
- Stems are sturdy, and branching is well-balanced for easy support and harvest.
- Leaves are dark green and healthy, indicating good nutrition and nutrient uptake.
- 3. Yield Performance
- Early fruit set is observed, with continuous and uniform growth.
Each plant - produces multiple large fruits, 15–26 cm in length.
- Fruits are uniform in shape and color, facilitating direct marketing.
- 4. Fruit Quality
- Firm white flesh, ideal for cooking and storage.
- Shiny, blemish-free skin.
- Uniform fruit size, suitable for packing and export.
Technical Summary
- It shows excellent resistance to local pests and diseases.
- Vegetative growth is strong, with healthy and balanced plant structure.
- Expected yield is high, and fruits are market-ready with excellent quality.
- Adaptable to both greenhouse and open-field cultivation.
- Recommended for growers seeking durability, easy harvest, and consistent production.
Recommendations
- Maintain regular irrigation and fertilization schedules to ensure optimal plant health and fruit quality.
- Continue weekly monitoring for any sudden changes in leaves or fruits.
- Ideal for growers seeking uniform, high-quality fruits that are easy to market.
- Best planted in greenhouses during hot months and in open fields during mild seasons.
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