Milva
A maincrop ware potato variety with good resistance to common scab with a very high yield.
- Rather floury cooking
- Large tubers
- High tuberisation
Frequently Asked Questions
For which market segment is Milva best suited?
Milva is a maincrop variety for the retail market offering excellent resistance to common scab and very high yields. Its fairly firm cooking type makes it versatile for a wide range of culinary uses.
What characterizes the growth and development of Milva?
Milva is characterized by rather rapid initial development and a fairly sturdy plant with good final foliage development. The variety produces rather large, oval tubers with high tuber set and fairly good regularity of tuber shape and a good skin finish.
What makes Milva unusual in the retail market?
Milva stands out for its excellent resistance to common scab, making it particularly attractive for fields and regions where scab is a recurring issue. Its very high yield and high tuber set make it an appealing choice for the retail market.
What virus and disease resistances does Milva have?
Milva is resistant to potato cyst nematodes and shows limited susceptibility to leafroll, YN and YNTN, common scab and powdery scab.
Which regions is Milva suited to?
Milva is primarily suited to the Western European retail market for fresh potatoes. Its excellent scab resistance makes it particularly appealing for regions where common scab is an ongoing cultivation issue. Its high yield and good skin finish make the variety appealing for large-scale retail.
Would you like to know more about the Milva?
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