Member discussion regarding the methods, varieties and merits of growing tomatoes.
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December 24, 2008 | #1 |
Tomatovillian™
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: kentucky
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USDA tomato 97L97
Is there a source for these seeds? Thanks
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December 24, 2008 | #2 |
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Location: Upstate NY, zone 4b/5a
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Does it have a name? Most, but not all listings in the USDA PC GRIN have a name and an aquisition number associated with it, be it an NSL number or otherwise.
I don't think I've ever seen anything listed just as USDA/ What traits does it have that appeal to you. And I'm sure you know that only professional hybridizers with documentation can request seeds from the USDA, with few exceptions.
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December 24, 2008 | #3 |
Tomatovillian™
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If it has a name other than 97L97, I don't know it; its listed in Tatiana's T-base as 97L97, supposed to have high beta carotine content.
I didn't know about the USDA requirments for receiving seeds; I requested some from them 3 or 4 years ago and received them. |
December 24, 2008 | #4 |
Tomatovillian™
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Location: Alabama
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Send me a pm and I'll mail you some seed. I grow 97L97 just about every year because I like it in a salsa mix.
97L97 is a determinate paste with 40X carotene developed by Stommel. It is poor flavored as a fresh fruit, but makes a pretty decent salsa tomato when mixed with something a bit sweeter. DarJones |
December 25, 2008 | #5 |
Tomatovillian™
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Fusion power - thanks for the offer and the info; will send a pm
I am in Huntsville for Christmas, so maybe not too far from you. Happy Holidays. Gary |
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