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Shanghai’s Agricultural Science Research Institute has recently showcased its cutting-edge pumpkin varieties, such as “Ugly Duckling 1” and the versatile “UFO Melon Series,” during the 2023 China (Shaxian) Snack Tourism and Cross-Strait Food Festival. These peculiar-looking pumpkins, resembling flying saucers, inverted bottle caps, or peeled oranges, have captured the attention of farmers, agronomists, and agricultural enthusiasts alike.
The institute’s Senior Agronomist, Ma Kun, shared insights during the event, emphasizing the successful cultivation of local varieties like “Orange Melon 2” and “Mini Grey Pearl 1.” These varieties, compared to the Japanese Bebe, offer an early market entry by approximately ten days, making them ideal for extensive promotion in the Sandu region.
Taking the lead in adopting these innovative breeds, Saintly Agricultural Technology Co., in collaboration with the Shanghai Agricultural Science Institute, conducted trials for 23 mini pumpkin varieties. As the trials near completion, the experimental fields are yielding promising results.
Cai Rongtian, the General Manager of Saintly Agricultural Technology Co., expressed enthusiasm about the performance of varieties like “Grey Pearl 1” and “Orange Melon 2.” With yields reaching 4,000 to 5,000 kilograms per acre and an acreage of 75 acres, the per-acre value surpasses 10,000, making these breeds suitable for large-scale cultivation and promotion.
The collaboration between Sandu’s National Agricultural Science and Technology Park Management Committee and Shanghai’s Agricultural Science Research Institute has deepened, resulting in the introduction of over 200 high-quality, specialty agricultural varieties, including edible mushrooms, corn, rice, vegetables, and medicinal plants.
Shanghai’s strides in agricultural innovation, exemplified by their extraordinary pumpkin varieties, mark a significant leap forward in the industry. The successful collaboration with Fujian-based Saintly Agricultural Technology Co. not only showcases the prowess of Shanghai’s Agricultural Science Research Institute but also demonstrates the potential for widespread adoption of these unique breeds. As farmers and agricultural professionals witness these promising results, the future of pumpkin cultivation takes on a new and exciting dimension.
