Abstract: ‘RSV’ is a mutant of ‘Valery’ selected on the merits of being a shorter cultivar while simultaneously being a more productive cultivar for the grower. ‘RSV’ shows the following characteristics: More productive due to an additional 2 marketable hands per bunch, Longer fingers, And a higher number of fingers in a bunch. The most important characteristic of ‘RSV’ is its lower stature that will contribute to more efficient agronomic practices such as; Fruit harvesting, bunch bagging, and better wind tolerance.

Abstract: A new banana cultivar ‘QCAV-4’ is provided that, when under significant disease pressure, remains largely free from infection by Fusarium wilt tropical race 4 (TR4). In the absence of such significant disease pressure, ‘QCAV-4’ appears to be essentially phenotypically identical to the wild type parent Cavendish Grand Nain. This includes in relation to immature and mature plant characteristics, fruit characteristics, and yield.

Abstract: ‘RA’ is a cultivar of the ancestral banana line Gran Nain (GN), which belongs to Musa acuminata variety Cavendish. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘RA’ shows the following characteristics: 1. Super heavy fruit bunch, 2. Especially long, and heavy fingers in a hand, 3. Wavy leaf lamina, 6. More fingers per hand, 7. Youngest unfolded leaves are tightly rolled, 8. Thicker pseudostem circumference, 9. Higher fruit yield per bunch, 10. More cylindrical bunch shape.

Abstract: ‘CQB 114’ is a hybrid banana variety that has high provitamin A cartenoid content, has resistance to black Sigatoka, and produces very sweet fruit that can be eaten fresh or used in desserts.

Abstract: ‘CQB 115’ is a hybrid dessert banana variety that has a dwarf stature, resistance to black Sigatoka, and produces high-quality fruit.

Abstract: The ‘SMT-6’ variety is distinguished from other banana varieties due to the following unique combination of characteristics: Erect (Upright) foliar arrangement, compact bunch appearance, shorter fingers, and bunch (rachis) position.

Abstract: A new and distinct Musa acuminata cultivar named ‘Cheeka’ is disclosed, characterized a very compact plant with predominately solid green foliage and strong foliage resistant to tearing and breakage. The new cultivar is a Musa acuminata suitable as an indoor pot plant.

Abstract: Adi is a selection of the ancestral banana line Zelig, which belongs to Musa acuminata cv. Cavendish. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘Adi’ shows the following characteristics: 1. Dwarf-like stature, 2. Wider girth size, 3. Higher fruit yield, 4. Longer fruit size (“fingers”), 5. Higher levels of sucrose and starch in the pulp, 6. Tolerance to windy conditions.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Floribunda rose plant is provided which forms in abundance attractive double blossoms that are Marigold Orange suffused with red in coloration. Such blossoms possess a light fragrance. The plant exhibits a bushy growth habit, and forms decorative dense dark green foliage that contrasts nicely with the blossom coloration. The plant also maintains well its attractive appearance even at the end of the blooming season. The new variety is particularly well suited for providing colorful ornamentation in the landscape.

Abstract: This new and distinct variety of cooking banana plant has both Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana in its pedigree. Its Latin name is designated as Musa (AAB), with A representing a genome of M. acuminata and B representing a genome of M balbisiana.

Abstract: This new and distinct variety of hybrid dessert banana plant has both Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana in its pedigree. Its Latin name is Musa acuminata×balbisiana group AABB. AA representing two genomes of M. acuminata and BB representing two genomes of M. balbisiana. It has the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. A high level of resistance to Mycosphaerella fijiensis, causal fungus of the black Sigatoka (black leaf streak) disease. 2. A tall plant height. 3. A strong root system that makes it a hardy plant resistant to strong winds or weevil attach (corm borer Cosmopolites sordidus). 4. Fruit bunch sizes that are frequently greater than 20 kg. 5. Ripe fruit has a very good taste, flavor and texture.

Abstract: This new and distinct variety of cooking banana plant has both Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana in its pedigree. Its Latin name is Musa acuminata×balbisiana group AAB. AA representing two genomes of M. acuminata and B representing one genome of M. balbisiana. It has the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. A high level of resistance to Mycosphaerella fijiensis, causal fungus of the black Sigatoka leaf spot disease. 2. A dwarf plant height that enables it to withstand strong winds. 3. A strong root system which makes it a hardy plant under marginal water and soil conditions. 4. Large bunch sizes that are frequently greater than 45.0 kg. 5. Green fruit has a very good flavor and texture when boiled (as thick slices) or fried (as thin slices). 6. Green fruit that is easy to peel and exudes very little latex when peeled. 7. Harvested mature green fruit that has a long green life.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Musa named ‘Little Prince’ that is characterized by a very dwarf, compact habit, thick trunk, low light level tolerance and thicker, darker green leaves. In combination these traits set ‘Little Prince’ apart from all other existing varieties of Musa known to the inventor.

Abstract: Adi is a selection of the ancestral banana line Zelig, which belongs to Musa acuminata cv. Cavendish. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘Adi’ shows the following characteristics: 1. Dwarf-like stature, 2. Wider girth size, 3. Higher fruit yield, 4. Longer fruit size (“fingers”), 5. Higher levels of sucrose and starch in the pulp, 6. Tolerance to windy conditions.

Abstract: The ‘SMT-6’ variety is distinguished from other banana varieties due to the following unique combination of characteristics: Erect (Upright) foliar arrangement, compact bunch appearance, shorter fingers, and bunch (rachis) position.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Musa plant named ‘MeKong Giant’, that is characterized by its large green leaves with red coloration on the lower surface of the young leaves, its very fast growth habit and large stature, its good cold hardiness, its thick trunks that are streaked with dark pink to dark maroon with age, and its large underground rhizomes with new growth that returns quickly from winter dormancy.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Musa plant named ‘Poquito’, that is characterized by its dwarf plant habit, its young foliage that emerges green in color, develops red spots, and then progresses to a solid green color in mature leaves, its pseudostem that is red in color and bulbous at the base, its production of offsets during the first year of growth, and its foliage that is highly resistant to shredding in the wind.

Abstract: ‘CQB 114’ is a hybrid banana variety that has high provitamin A cartenoid content, has resistance to black Sigatoka, and produces very sweet fruit that can be eaten fresh or used in desserts.

Abstract: ‘CQB 115’ is a hybrid dessert banana variety that has a dwarf stature, resistance to black Sigatoka, and produces high-quality fruit.

Abstract: ‘RA’ is a cultivar of the ancestral banana line ‘Gran Nain’ (GN), which belongs to Musa acuminata variety ‘Cavendish’. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘RA’ shows the following characteristics: 1. Super heavy fruit bunch, 2. Especially long, and heavy fingers in a hand, 6. More fingers per hand, 3. Wavy leaf lamina, 7. Youngest unfolded leaves are tightly rolled, 8. Thicker pseudostem circumference, 9. Higher fruit yield per bunch, 10. More cylindrical bunch shape.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Musa plant named ‘FLF-1’, characterized by its upright, sturdy and robust plant habit; vigorous growth habit; medium to large fruit bunches with numerous hands; attractive fruits with good eating quality; complete resistance to Panama Disease Tropical Race 1 (Fusarium oxysporum cubense Race 1); strong resistance to Panama Disease Tropical Race 4 (Fusarium oxysporum cubense Race 4); strong tolerance to Yellow Sigatoka Leaf Spot (Pseudocercospora musicola); and relatively strong cold temperature tolerance in sub-tropical environments.

Abstract: ‘ADI 9107’ is a selection of the ancestral banana line ‘ADI’, which belongs to Musa acuminata cv. Cavendish. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘ADI 9107’ shows the following characteristics: No deformation of the upper hands of the fruit bunch, Dwarf-like stature, Wider girth size, Higher fruit yield, Longer fruit size (“fingers”).

Abstract: A new banana cultivar ‘QCAV-4’ is provided that, when under significant disease pressure, remains largely free from infection by Fusarium wilt tropical race 4 (TR4). In the absence of such significant disease pressure, ‘QCAV-4’ appears to be essentially phenotypically identical to the wild type parent Cavendish Grand Nain. This includes in relation to immature and mature plant characteristics, fruit characteristics, and yield.

Abstract: ‘RSV’ is a mutant of ‘Valery’ selected on the merits of being a shorter cultivar while simultaneously being a more productive cultivar for the grower. ‘RSV’ shows the following characteristics: More productive due to an additional 2 marketable hands per bunch, Longer fingers, And a higher number of fingers in a bunch. The most important characteristic of ‘RSV’ is its lower stature that will contribute to more efficient agronomic practices such as; Fruit harvesting, bunch bagging, and better wind tolerance.