Nursery sowing is a strategic stage in the success of any vegetable crop, just as important as field cultivation. In fact, 50% of a crop's success depends on the nursery phase: the first 30 days in the nursery are as important as the following 120 days in the field. Proper management during the early stages of growth allows growers to produce uniform, vigorous seedlings that are ready for transplanting under the best possible conditions. At Smarties.bio, we believe that crop quality begins with germination. For this reason, successful nursery sowing requires careful attention to every detail, from selecting the right...
When it comes to radicchio and chicories, Italian tradition meets a unique genetic heritage. Over the years, Smarties.bio has bred a comprehensive professional range that covers the entire production calendar, from the earliest to the latest varieties, while preserving biodiversity and promoting traditional Italian ecotypes. Thanks to extensive expertise in chicory breeding, Smarties.bio has developed a portfolio of varieties designed to meet the needs of both professional growers and passionate, offering harvests all year long and varieties suitable for both the fresh market and cold storage. A Complete Range for Every SeasonThe Smarties.bio assortment includes the main Italian radicchio and...
Recommended products for July: radicchio, endive, and the great news: introduction to 10 brassica varieties Summer represents a key moment for planning. With the month of July, Smarties.bio offers a targeted selection of varieties that combine quality, versatility, and innovation, with a particular focus on three main protagonists: radicchio, endive, and brassicas. Radicchio: a range characterized by continuous harvestingRadicchio confirms itself as one of the most representative and recognizable crops in the Smarties.bio portfolio. The different types in the range ensure continuous production and wide adaptability, meeting the needs of both growers and the market. The proposed varieties stand out...
In the landscape of modern agriculture, breeding represents one of the most important tools for increasing production quality, enhancing plant resilience, and reducing environmental impact. Smarties.bio operates within this context with an innovative and sustainable approach, aimed at enhancing the natural potential of crops without compromising their biological balance. The company develops genetic improvement and varietal development programs by combining innovative techniques with respect for tradition, with the goal of creating high-performing, resilient varieties suitable for open-field cultivation, greenhouse systems, and vertical farming. What is breeding?breeding does not mean artificially modifying nature, but rather selecting and combining the best traits...
