A new generation of aubergine varieties with very few trichomes (hairs)
Clean Leaf, our innovative aubergine varieties, with minimal trichomes, empowers growers to cultivate residue-free products in a more efficient predictable way and fostering better working condition while yielding exceptionally appealing fruits. Meeting consumer demands for organic and low-pesticide produce, Clean Leaf supports sustainable production, aiding retailers in achieving their sustainability goals.
Harvest the benefits of Clean Leaf
Improved Integrated pest management (IPM)
Clean Leaf varieties exhibit reduced attraction to whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) and thrips larvae (Frankliniella occidentalis) in comparison to conventional varieties.
Better working conditions
Clean Leaf varieties eliminate airborne hairs, improving working conditions for greenhouse employees. This allows sustained work with aubergines, reducing the need to switch to more labor-friendly crops.
Appealing clean fruits
Thanks to the minimized tip damage from thrips, a reduced need for corrective spray treatments and a greener calyx due to absence of hairs, the fruits have an enhanced visual appeal.
Grower’s experience with Clean Leaf
Juan J. Rodríguez and Francisco Mañas, both aubergine growers in the west of Almería, share their experiences with Clean Leaf’s first aubergine variety: Kesia RZ.Second generation of Clean Leaf varieties
Our first Clean Leaf variety proved being a great solution in optimalization of integrated pest management. We are now working on our second generation of Clean Leaf aubergines for protected aubergine cultivation. The variety OB1064 has comparable yield as conventional aubergines, making it not only an interesting variety for organic growers but for all protected growers. The complete transition to hairless aubergine will remain an considerable contribution to a sustainable supply chain.
