Performance of Five Varieties of Broccoli (Brassicaoleraceavar. Italica) in Sayangan, Atok Benguet

Abstract

Five broccoli cultivars were evaluated in, Sayangan, Atok, Benguet from November 2013 to February 2014 to determine the yield performance and profitability of the varieties. The earliest broccoli variety to produce curds from transplanting is Patron followed by Legacy. Patron was the earliest to be harvested. Bigger curds were recorded from Avenger while smaller curds were observed from Patron. No significant differences were observed on the marketable, non- marketable and total yield of the five broccoli varieties. Lucky Miracle and Green Magic were observed to be resistant to Diamond back moth while the rest are moderately resistant. All the five broccoli varieties were resistant to Soft rot under Sayangan, Atok, Benguet condition. Avenger was observed to be profitable in Sayangan, Atok, Benguet.