Description

Oil Palm Seedlings (Tenera Hybrid) – High-Yield, Early-Maturing, Premium Hybrid for Commercial Plantations

The Tenera Hybrid is the globally preferred commercial variety for oil palm farming due to its outstanding productivity, high oil extraction potential, and early fruiting behavior. Developed through a cross between the Dura and Pisifera varieties, the Tenera combines thick, vigorous growth with thin-shelled fruits that deliver significantly higher palm oil output per bunch.

Our Tenera Hybrid seedlings are nursery-raised under strict quality standards to ensure uniformity, disease tolerance, and strong field establishment. The seedlings adapt excellently to Nigeria’s tropical climate, making them suitable for smallholders, estate plantations, and long-term agricultural investments.

Tenera palms are known for producing larger bunches, higher oil-to-bunch ratios, and consistent yields throughout the productive life of the tree—typically 25+ years. They thrive in various soil types, especially deep, well-drained loam rich in organic matter.

These seedlings provide a reliable path to long-term profitability for farmers, cooperatives, large estates, and agribusiness investors.

Features & Benefits

1. Superior Oil Extraction Rate (OER)

Thin-shelled fruits produce higher oil content
Greater oil yield per hectare compared to Dura
Maximizes revenue and processing efficiency

2. Early Fruiting & Fast Establishment

Begins fruiting as early as 2.5–3 years
Quicker return on investment
Uniform, vigorous growth for plantation success

3. High Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) Yield

Large, heavy bunches
High bunch number per tree
Consistent annual productivity

4. Adaptability & Climate Tolerance

Performs excellently in tropical rainfall zones
Strong tolerance to heat and humidity
Thrives in deep, well-drained soils

5. Long-Term Commercial Profitability

Productive lifespan of 25–30 years
High demand from local and industrial processors
Ideal for scalable agribusiness ventures

Recommended Usage

Planting Guidelines

Spacing: 8 m × 9 m or triangular spacing (143 palms/ha)
Transplant at 9–12 months old
Plant at the onset of rainy season for best establishment

Soil Requirements

Deep, well-drained loam or sandy-loam
Rich in organic matter
pH: 4.5–6.5

Fertilization

Apply NPK Mg formulations (12-12-17-2Mg) at early stages
Supplement with organic manure
Use potassium and boron for optimal fruiting

Maintenance

Weed regularly around the base
Mulch young palms to maintain moisture
Prune and maintain fronds for easy harvesting
Monitor for pests like weevils and leaf miners

Ideal For

Commercial oil palm plantations
Smallholder farmers seeking high-value crops
Agro-investors and agribusiness projects
Estate development & cooperative farming
Long-term sustainable agriculture ventures