White Radish (also known as Daikon Radish) is a fast-growing root vegetable recognized for its long, white, cylindrical roots and crisp, mildly sweet flavor. It is a popular crop for both fresh market and processing, widely used in salads, pickles, and traditional dishes. White Radish thrives in cool to warm climates and matures quickly, making it a preferred choice for farmers seeking fast turnover and consistent yields.

This variety from Kuza Agrochem produces smooth, white, uniform roots with excellent texture and minimal cracking. It performs well across different soil types and shows strong tolerance to bolting and common root diseases, ensuring healthy, market-quality harvests.

Key Features & Benefits

• Early Maturing: Ready for harvest in 45–55 days after sowing.

• High Yielding: Produces uniform, long roots with smooth skin.

• Excellent Taste: Mild, crisp, and juicy flavor ideal for salads and cooking.

• Wide Adaptability: Performs well in diverse agro-climatic conditions.

• Crack Resistant: Maintains smooth root shape even in variable moisture conditions.

• Disease Tolerant: Resistant to bolting and root diseases.

Growing Recommendations

1. Soil Preparation:

   • Deep, loose, well-drained loamy soils are ideal.

   • Soil pH: 5.8–7.0.

   • Enrich with compost or organic manure before sowing.

2. Planting:

   • Direct sow seeds into moist soil at a depth of 1–1.5 cm.

   • Spacing: 30cm between rows, 10cm between plants.

3. Fertilization:

   • Apply NPK 20:10:10 at planting for vigorous root growth.

   • Top dress with CAN or urea 2 weeks after germination.

4. Watering:

   • Keep soil moist for uniform root development.

   • Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.

5. Weed & Pest Control:

   • Maintain clean fields by regular weeding.

   • Monitor for aphids and flea beetles and control using recommended Kuza Agrochem crop protection products.

Harvesting

• Ready for harvest 45–55 days after sowing.

• Harvest when roots reach 20–30cm in length.

• Pull gently to avoid breakage and damage.

Storage & Handling

• Store in cool, shaded areas with high humidity.

• Can be refrigerated to extend shelf life for up to 2 weeks.

Why Choose White Radish from Kuza Agrochem?

✅ High germination and strong early growth.
✅ Uniform root size and smooth white finish.
✅ Quick maturity and dependable yield.
✅ Excellent flavor and market appeal.
✅ Trusted quality and performance across Kenya.

Composition

• Seed Type: Open-Pollinated Variety (OPV)

• Purity: ≥98%

• Germination Rate: ≥95%

• Moisture Content: <8%

Best For

• Fresh market and culinary use

• Salad and pickling production

• Short-season and intercropping systems

Rate of Use

• 10g: Covers approximately 100–150m²

• 25g: Covers approximately 250–350m²

• 50g: Covers approximately 500–700m²

Benefits

• Fast growth and early maturity.

• High market demand and easy to sell.

• Excellent flavor and texture.

• Suitable for all regions with moderate rainfall.

• Low maintenance and quick returns.