Valquarius®
Patent
US PP21,535 P2
Also Known As
SF14W‐62
Type
Sweet orange
Origin
Developed by Jude W. Grosser (UF/IFAS)
Primary Market Use
- Fresh market
- Processing
Season
Four to eight weeks earlier than standard Valencia budlines
Recommended Production System
- Conventional
- Citrus Under Protected Screen (CUPS)
Size and Shape
Small to medium, round orange
Color
- External Color: Green to orange
- Internal Color: Orange
Flavor
-
Sweet orange (Valencia-like)
Brix/Acid
-
8.52 to 10.34 in Polk County HLB 02/2024/0.62 to 0.67%
General Information
Valquarius® is a mid-season sweet orange selection with Valencia-like characteristics that has potential in the fresh market and juice stream.
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