Flat peaches are peaches in the characteristic squashed shape with a smaller stone and a sweet intense taste. It is an ancient species, recently updated and evaluated, and it is having great sales success. Flat nectarines are the same apart from the fact that they have velvety skin, and they are similar in appearance as the nectarines. The production and consumption of this fruit is increasing considerably.
The Pluot is a mixture between the plum and the apricot. RKG sells the Flavour King variety produced in Italy exclusively. This fruit grows in Spain, France and South Africa; it has an excellent flavour and aroma, and a high degree Brix. Expert and demanding consumers love it.
The shape, size, colour and flavour of pears vary a lot according to the variety. They are rich in simple sugars, above all fructose; their high potassium content makes them suitable for low sodium diets. This fruit helps regulate blood pressure and it helps to lower cholesterol. Varieties available: Abbot, green Williams and red Williams, Saint Mary, Kaiser, Ercolini, Carmen.
There is a lot of excitement about the production of seedless lemons. This fruit has an excellent Brix/ acid ratio, selected after thorough field research. In this way lemons with an extraordinarily agreeable taste with an absolutely balanced acidity level can be obtained. Probably, it is one of the most interesting novelties in the field of citrus fruit growing and for our country.