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Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage – High-Yielding, Disease-Tolerant Variety - Continental Seeds Co. Limited Seeds in Kenya | Mel-Agri
Continental Seeds Co. Limited

Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage – High-Yielding, Disease-Tolerant Variety

SKU: SEED70058

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Elevate your cabbage production with Michelle F1 (commonly known as Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage), a robust and widely adapted hybrid variety popular among Kenyan growers. From Continental Seeds, this medium-maturity cabbage delivers uniform, compact heads with excellent market appeal, long shelf life, and strong performance in various growing conditions.

Key Features

Medium Maturity-Ready for harvest in 75–80 days after transplanting (early to medium season), enabling quick cycles and good market timing in both long and short rains.
High Yield Potential- Up to 40–74 tons per acre (or 20–25 tons/ha in some reports) under optimal management; reliable even in challenging conditions.
Head Characteristics . Medium to large, round, very compact, and uniform heads weighing 3–5 kg (up to 4–6 kg with excellent management); firm, fresh bluish-green outer leaves with strong waxy texture for better protection and appearance.
Disease & Pest Resistance — Notable field tolerance/resistance to Black Rot (Xcc), good against Diamond Back Moth (DBM) attacks, and tolerance to downy mildew, bolt, and other common threats like ring spot.
Agronomic Strengths — Strong vigorous plant with medium-large frame, excellent wrapper leaves for extended freshness in the market and on retail shelves; good field holding ability (stays fresh longer post-harvest).
Adaptability — Performs well in most Kenyan growing areas, including highlands, mid-altitudes, and transitional zones; widely adaptable with strong performance under field conditions.
Recommended Planting — Spacing: 60 cm × 45 cm (for medium heads) or 60 cm × 60 cm (for larger heads); seed rate: Approx. 75g per acre (high germination); plant population around 11,000–15,000 plants/acre depending on spacing.
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Product Overview

Elevate your cabbage production with Michelle F1 (commonly known as Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage), a robust and widely adapted hybrid variety popular among Kenyan growers. From Continental Seeds, this medium-maturity cabbage delivers uniform, compact heads with excellent market appeal, long shelf life, and strong performance in various growing conditions.

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Yes, absolutely. Mel-Agri is an authorized dealer of certified agricultural inputs in Kenya. Every package of Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage – High-Yielding, Disease-Tolerant Variety is sourced directly from Continental Seeds Co. Limited and verified for authenticity, quality, and expiration dates. We do not sell counterfeit or uncertified products.

The current price of Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage – High-Yielding, Disease-Tolerant Variety is KES 500 at Mel-Agri. We strive to offer the most competitive market rates for genuine inputs, ensuring farmers get original quality at fair prices.

Mel-Agri delivers across Kenya from Machakos. Orders of KES 10,000 or more get free delivery. Below that, the fee depends on your county (about KES 200 in the Nairobi and Machakos zone, up to KES 750 elsewhere). You see the exact amount at checkout. Machakos pickup is free.

Follow the directions on the registered pack label for Michelle F1 Hybrid Cabbage – High-Yielding, Disease-Tolerant Variety. This page does not give a dosage, dilution, or spacing rate. Ask a qualified agronomist or veterinarian when the label does not cover your crop, animal, or county.

Total Price

KES 500