Tubers have good resistance to splitting and some resistance to bruising. Trials have found good resistance to dry rot (Fusarium coeruleum). This variety has low resistance to dry rot (Fusarium suphureum), potato leafroll virus, potato virus Yo, late blight on tubers and powdery scab. Tests for resistance to potato cyst nematode demonstrated partial resistance to Globodera pallida 2/3 and 1, but susceptibility toGlobodera rostochiensis Ro1.
Parentage
(Pentland Javelin x seedling) x Innovator
Breeder
Caithness Potato Exports Ltd
Breeder Agent
Caithness Potatoes Ltd
Breeder Rights (expiry)
2040
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Characters
| Tuber Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Shape of tuber | Oval - long |
| Colour of skin | White |
| Colour of flesh | White |
| Depth of eyes | Shallow |
| Botanical Description | |
|---|---|
| Colour of base of lightsprout | Pink |
| Maturity | Second Early |
| Height of plants | Medium |
| Colour of flower | White |