Cucumber
Kalunga Cucumber
The Kalunga cucumber is a premium hybrid variety appreciated for its uniform shape, crisp texture, and exceptional freshness.
Grown in the fertile Strumica region, this cucumber represents the perfect combination of productivity, taste, and visual appeal, making it a top choice for both fresh consumption and export markets.
Characteristics
Kalunga cucumbers are medium to long-sized, with a smooth, dark green skin and a firm, crunchy interior that stays fresh even after transport. They are known for their pleasantly mild flavor, with no bitterness, making them ideal for fresh salads, pickling, or direct retail sales. Their uniform size and consistent color give them a strong visual presence, while their high resistance to deformation and post-harvest wilting ensures excellent market quality throughout the supply chain.
Cultivation
At Fresh & Dry, Kalunga cucumbers are cultivated under controlled field conditions using sustainable and integrated farming practices. The plants are grown in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, benefiting from precise irrigation systems that help maintain balanced moisture and nutrient levels.
Thanks to the favorable climate of the Strumica valley — warm days and cool nights — the Kalunga variety develops its signature crispness and flavor naturally, without artificial ripening methods.
Growth Cycle
The Kalunga cucumber reaches maturity approximately 50–60 days after transplanting, allowing for multiple harvest cycles per season.
Planting typically begins in late spring, with harvests running from June through September, depending on weather conditions.
Because of its high yield, strong transport tolerance, and excellent shelf life, Kalunga is one of our most trusted and demanded cucumber varieties across European markets.
Solero Cucumber
The Solero cucumber is a high-yielding and reliable hybrid variety known for its excellent uniformity, crisp texture, and long shelf life.
Favored by both local and international buyers, Solero combines superior appearance, balanced flavor, and strong field performance, making it a standout choice in our cucumber production.
Characteristics
Solero cucumbers are medium-length and slightly cylindrical, featuring a deep green, glossy skin and a dense, crunchy interior. They offer a fresh, mild flavor with no bitterness, ideal for fresh salads, slicing, and packaging for retail distribution.
Their consistent size and firmness make them especially suitable for export markets, while their post-harvest freshness and resistance to yellowing ensure top quality even after transport.
Cultivation
At Fresh & Dry, Solero cucumbers are cultivated using modern and sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring healthy plant growth and maximum productivity. The plants thrive in the fertile soils of the Strumica region, supported by precise irrigation and nutrient control systems. This variety benefits from the region’s optimal sunlight exposure, developing its signature bright color, crispness, and taste naturally.
Throughout the season, every step of production is closely monitored to guarantee uniformity, cleanliness, and compliance with European quality standards.
Growth Cycle
The Solero cucumber matures in approximately 55–65 days after transplanting, allowing for early and multiple harvests during the growing season.
Planting typically begins in late spring, with harvesting extending from June through September.
Thanks to its strong yield potential, durability, and outstanding market presentation, Solero is one of our most preferred cucumber varieties for fresh export and domestic supply chains.
Kibriya Cucumber
The Kibriya cucumber is a high-quality hybrid variety known for its exceptional productivity, uniform fruits, and outstanding freshness.
It is one of the most widely grown and trusted cucumber varieties in professional agriculture, delivering consistent yields and excellent taste that meet the expectations of both fresh markets and export buyers.
Characteristics
Kibriya cucumbers are medium-sized, dark green, and evenly shaped, featuring a smooth skin and a firm, crunchy texture.
They have a pleasantly mild flavor, free from bitterness, and are ideal for fresh salads, slicing, and pickling.
The fruits are highly resistant to deformation and remain fresh and glossy long after harvest, which makes Kibriya a top choice for retail packaging and export distribution.
Cultivation
At Fresh & Dry, Kibriya cucumbers are grown under carefully monitored field conditions in the fertile soils of the Strumica region. Using integrated agricultural practices, we ensure healthy plant development, uniform fruit setting, and sustainable production throughout the season. Regular irrigation, balanced fertilization, and the region’s natural sunlight contribute to the cucumbers’ signature crispness, deep color, and clean surface.
The Kibriya variety is also known for its excellent disease resistance and adaptability to various climate conditions, making it one of the most reliable choices for continuous production.
Growth Cycle
The Kibriya cucumber matures approximately 50–60 days after transplanting, allowing for early and multiple harvests during the growing season.
Planting usually begins in late spring, with harvesting continuing from June to September.
Thanks to its high yield potential, visual uniformity, and strong post-harvest performance, Kibriya has become one of our most demanded cucumber varieties across European markets.
