Fajah
A strong ware potato variety with regular large tubers with a relatively high dry matter content.
- Large tubers and high yield
- Long oval tubers and uniform in size
- Short dormancy, suitable for second crop
Productmanager Olaf van Campen about Fajah
Olaf van Campen tells more about the variety Fajah. A strong traditional variety with a good strong plant and large tubers.
Frequently Asked Questions
For which market segment is Fajah best suited?
Fajah is a strong, traditional variety with large tubers, a high yield and good regularity of tuber shape. The variety is primarily intended for the traditional market and stands out because of its versatility in culinary applications. Its floury cooking type makes it suitable for a wide range of uses, including home fries.
What characterizes the growth and development of Fajah?
Fajah is characterized by rapid initial development and a fairly sturdy plant, with good final foliage development. Product Manager Olaf van Campen describes the variety as a strong, traditional variety with a good, strong plant and large tubers. The tuber shape is long oval and uniform.
How does Fajah stand out in traditional marekts?
A notable characteristic of Fajah is its short dormancy, making the variety suitable as a seed potato for a second crop. This makes it attractive for regions with a double growing season or markets requiring early availability of new seed potatoes. Its large long oval tubers match the preference of many traditional markets for larger sized potatoes.
What virus and disease resistances does Fajah have?
Fajah is resistant to potato cyst nematodes. The variety shows limited susceptibility to bruising and reasonable resistance to growth cracks, contributing to good overall tuber quality.
Which regions is Fajah suited to?
Fajah is aimed at traditional markets worldwide, particularly regions that value large, long oval potatoes with a high yield. Its short dormancy and suitability for a second crop make the variety appealing to markets with long growing seasons, such as parts of the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.
Would you like to know more about the Fajah?
The best way to guarantee a good harvest and the best return on your investment is to start out with healthy, high-quality seed potatoes and expert advice. At Agrico, we are committed to and invest in knowledge and research. This has enabled us to cultivate a wide range of unique potato varieties that display effective resistance, strong variety characteristics and a high yield. Naturally, the seed potatoes we supply are fully certified.
If you have any specific questions about the Evolutionor would like to know what Agrico can do for you with respect to varieties, please feel free to contact us.
