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Taurus is an early maincrop variety, suitable for crisping. In trials it demonstrated resistance to PCN Ro1, skin spot, black dot, dry rot (F. coeruleum), silver scurf and powdery scab. The variety has susceptibility to dry rot (F. sulphureum).
Parentage
Panda x RZ-87-44
Breeder
HZPC Holland B.V.
Breeder Agent
HZPC UK Limited
Breeder Rights (expiry)
2038
Characters
Tuber Characteristics | |
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Shape of tuber | Short - oval |
Colour of skin | Yellow |
Colour of flesh | Light yellow |
Depth of eyes | Very shallow |
Botanical Description | |
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Colour of base of lightsprout | Pink |
Maturity | Early Maincrop |
Height of plants | Medium - tall |
Colour of flower | White |