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History

In 1998, Rafael Sendra, manager of the company Cultifort, detected through direct observation in the Pego area of Alicante the emergence of a new variety that had arisen from a spontaneous mutation in the Oronules bud. After monitoring it for several seasons, it was researched at the Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research (IVIA) for a decade.

After ten years of research, it was confirmed that it was indeed a new variety of early clementine with characteristics that made it unique.

This new variety was patented under the name Cultifort, after the manager of the Cultifort company had discovered it and in honor of the company.

The Cultifort early clementine began marketing in 2011, enjoying a great market reception. It is currently present in many countries and is well established in Spain, Italy, and South Africa.

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Main characteristics of the variety

The Cultifort Clementina Precoz is an early variety, and can be harvested 7 to 15 days earlier than other varieties of mandarins or clementines.

The Cultifort variety can be harvested from mid- to late September to late October in the Northern Hemisphere, and from mid- to late February to late March in the Southern Hemisphere.

Its characteristics of both the fruit and the tree make it unique and excellent among existing varieties.

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Main characteristics of the tree

The Cultifort clementine tree is vigorous and produces quickly, with open growth and a medium-sized size. Its branches are thornless, and its leaves are similar to those of clementines: small, narrow, and leathery.

Very vigorous tree
Dense foliage
Open door
Good lighting
Multi-bud gallless
Very productive
Very balanced flowering
No problem with alternate bearing

Adaptation and development

Cultifort Clementina Precoz adapts well to Carrizo and Macrophylla rootstocks.

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Main characteristics of the fruit

Flattened shape
Absence of seed* (Even if cross-pollination occurs, no seeds or very few small seeds will develop.)
High percentage of juice
Vivid and uniform coloration
Good aptitude for degreening and post-harvest

Differences between the Cultifort Clementina Precoz and its parent variety Oronules

Ripening calendar

Testimonials

In these links you can find testimonials that speak about the Cultifort Clementina Precoz variety:

Technician 1 on Cultifort Clementina Precoz

Technician 2 on Cultifort Clementina Precoz

Technician 3 on Cultifort Clementina Precoz

Management of Cultifort Clementina Precoz

At Cultifort we have extensive experience managing the Cultifort Clementina Precoz variety.

If you have any questions about your treatment, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will provide you with all the instructions and recommendations.