Growth Habit and Maturity - ROG179 is a mid-season vine variety with an approximate maturity of 95 days. This is about the same as the Bill Z. variety.

Seed Quality - ROG179 has the traditional pinto shape and size, with about 1200 seeds per pound. It has bright attractive seed maintaining well in storage. ROG179 also has good cool soil germination.

Disease Resistance - ROG179 is tolerant to the prevalent strains of Bean Common Mosaic virus. It has shown some tolerance to bacterial brown spot and halo blight. ROG179 also has some field tolerance to bean rust.

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Bean Seed Variety Profiles:
These descriptions are based on historical data and may vary according to cultural practices and weather conditions as well as geographical region. Diseases are constantly adapting, changing the resistance/tolerance of the bean plants and their performance. Kelley Bean Co. Inc. disclaims legal responsibility therefore.