Research & Innovation
Differentiating brands and concepts for a demanding vegetable production sector
At Gautier Semences, innovation is at the heart of our seed production business.
Every concept we develop provides a tangible solution to meet the needs of producers, distributors, or consumers. Taste, shelf life, resistance, and ease of cultivation. Our brands and variety ranges are designed to enhance performance throughout the chain, from field to plate.
Our Concepts in Tomato
As a leader in the flavorful tomato segment, our mission with our producer partners is clear: tackle the ambitious dual challenge of resistance and taste to ensure maximum crop security while maintaining the organoleptic qualities that win over consumers.
More than just a cherry tomato, Piccolo is the standard in the Premium segment.
An exceptional variety, renowned for its unique flavor, both sweet and slightly tangy, with an intense aroma. Easy to enjoy, it suits both gourmet recipes and casual snacking. Carefully cultivated by passionate growers, Piccolo embodies Gautier Semences’ standard: taste at the heart of innovation.
The Brunettes is a range of unique brown tomatoes known for their intense aroma and refined taste profile. Praised for their perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, these varieties offer a premium taste experience. From melting cherry, fragrant round to fleshy ribbed, each tomato is selected to meet the rising consumer expectations. Tomatoes with character for intense and creative cuisine.
With Raffy, Gautier Semences reimagines the Italian ribbed tomato, enhancing it with natural elegance and a strong identity. Its generous shape, distinctive grooves, and dense flesh make it a premium product that is easy to highlight both in-store and in the kitchen. Raffy meets new market demands by blending tradition, aesthetics, and taste quality to stand out sustainably.
Our Concepts in Lettuce
Red Crush® is a true innovation in the world of lettuces. It is the first range that ensures an intense red color right to the heart of the plant. Its varieties captivate with their crunchiness, freshness, and unique presentation. This vibrant hue adds shelf appeal and a creative touch in the kitchen. A differentiating asset for producers and distributors seeking newness.
The Double Resistance concept is designed to meet the new demands of lettuce producers. This range includes varieties that can simultaneously resist Bremia lactucae and Fusarium wilt (Fol:1 and/or Fol:4), two major pathogens on the rise. With this dual protection, growers safeguard their crops and reduce production risks. Double Resistance guarantees robust, reliable varieties adapted to today’s agronomic performance challenges.
Our Concepts in Squash
Frutastic® is the first range of highly parthenocarpic zucchinis developed by Gautier Semences. These varieties ensure consistent and uniform production, even under challenging climate conditions or without pollinators. Suitable for both sheltered and open-field cultivation, they deliver high yields and impeccable fruit quality. Frutastic® simplifies growers’ tasks and secures harvests.
In response to the ToLCNDV virus, Gautier Semences has developed resistant zucchini varieties that offer both security and performance. These varieties help limit economic losses and maintain quality production, even in high-risk areas. Their reliable agronomic performance, combined with an attractive fruit appearance, makes them a reference solution for producers facing this growing health issue.
MasterFresh is the zucchini range with superior preservation qualities. These varieties maintain better firmness, are less prone to marks and dehydration, and retain their shine for up to 14 days post-harvest. The MasterFresh range fully addresses the challenges of reducing food waste and enables better product valorization at every stage of the supply chain, from producer to consumer.
Our Concepts in Melon
The Costelet® is a traditional melon, inheriting the qualities of old varieties with authentic flavors. Its sweet, juicy, and slightly musky flesh appeals to those who appreciate refined tastes. Its ribbed appearance and beautiful cream skin make it easily recognizable. A premium melon, perfect for high-value distribution channels.
Le Griset® reflects the gentle summers of the past. Its orange flesh, sweet and tender, releases subtle musky aromas. Its green-gray skin, delicately golden when ripe, makes it a fruit both beautiful and delicious. An exquisite melon with authentic flavor and unique charm.