French Bean Star 2054

French Bean Star 2054 is a top-performing extra-fine French bean variety in Kenya, producing straight, dark green pods that meet strict fresh market and export standards. It delivers consistent high yields, strong plant vigor, and excellent resistance to major bean diseases, making it a profitable choice for commercial horticulture farmers.

About Bean Star 2054

• Germination: 7 – 10 days
• Maturity: 55 – 60 days to first harvest
• Plant Habit: Upright, vigorous growth with excellent leaf cover
• Pod Size: 13 – 15 cm length; Extra fine grading (6.1 – 8.0 mm thickness)
• Pod Set: Extended for increased yields
• Ideal Conditions: Full sun, well-drained soils
• Market: Fresh market and export quality
• Disease Resistance: High resistance to Rust (Ua) and Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV)
• Usage: Consumed fresh; ideal for export markets, steaming, stir-fry, and salads

Why Grow French Bean Star 2054?

• High returns due to superior export grading
• Strong plants reduce field losses and stress damage
• Slow seed development improves post-harvest quality
• Excellent shelf life = low rejection at market