Kori F1 Hybrid Capsicum Seeds (100seeds)

Description

Kori F1 Capsicum Seeds are the go-to choice for commercial farmers looking to grow sweet, blocky bell peppers with consistent size, firmness, and market appeal. Developed by East African Seed, this hybrid variety thrives under both greenhouse and open field conditions, offering excellent fruit setting, strong disease resistance, and long harvest windows.

Top Features of Kori F1 Capsicum

• Produces large uniform blocky fruits weighing 180 to 220 grams
• Glossy smooth skin with deep green to red color at maturity
• Excellent fruit firmness and shelf life
• Resistant to major capsicum diseases including bacterial wilt and viruses
• Performs well under both open field and greenhouse farming

Why Choose Kori F1 for Sweet Pepper Production

• High Yield: Multiple fruits per plant and a longer harvesting window
• Market Value: Large firm fruits are highly demanded by retailers and exporters
• Adaptability: Grows well across most Kenyan climates, especially with proper irrigation
• Disease Resistance: Reduced need for chemical spraying, lowering production costs

Fruit Characteristics

• Shape: Blocky and uniform
• Color: Deep green turning bright red when fully ripe
• Texture: Smooth glossy skin with firm thick walls
• Taste: Sweet and mild – perfect for fresh market and cooking

Ideal Growing Conditions

• Climate: Warm to hot tropical climates with good sunshine
• Soil Type: Well-drained fertile loam soil rich in organic matter
• Spacing: 60 cm x 45 cm for open field, 40 cm x 30 cm for greenhouse
• Temperature Range: 18 to 30 degrees Celsius

Planting and Management Tips

• Start seeds in nursery trays or beds using a sterile media
• Transplant when seedlings are 4 to 5 weeks old
• Use balanced fertilizers such as NPK for vegetative growth and fruit development
• Top dress with CAN and potassium-based fertilizer at flowering stage
• Monitor for pests like aphids and thrips and apply recommended controls early

Recommended Agro Inputs

• Copper Sulphate BP – Protects against fungal and bacterial diseases
• Tatua Demand 10CS – Insecticide for whiteflies, aphids, and thrips
• Duodip 55 – General livestock and farm hygiene for disease control

Packaging and Seed Rate

• Available pack sizes: 10g, 25g, 50g, and 100g
• Seed rate: 150 to 200 grams per acre depending on spacing

Who Should Grow Kori F1 Capsicum

• Greenhouse farmers targeting high-end market chains and exports
• Open field vegetable farmers in warm regions like Nakuru, Kirinyaga, Kisumu, and Meru
• Agripreneurs seeking high-value short cycle crops
• Traders and aggregators looking for uniform produce

Related Hybrid Pepper Seeds

• Mkulima F1 Capsicum Seeds
• Jamii F1 Capsicum Seeds
• Derby F1 Capsicum Seeds

Where to Buy Kori F1 in Kenya

Order genuine Kori F1 capsicum seeds from Totalease Ventures. We stock certified hybrid seeds from East African Seed with countrywide delivery. Explore more options in our Agrochemicals category.

Note: All seeds sold by Totalease Ventures are certified, viable, and sourced from trusted manufacturers. We support farmers with the right inputs for maximum yield and quality.