Rudolph
An early maincrop ware potato variety with an attractive red skin, a good heat tolerance and a very high yield.
- White flesh colour
- Large tubers
- Good storability
Product manager Douwe Werkman about Rudolph
Our product manager Douwe Werkman tells you more about the Rudolph. This variety can be succesfully grown in difficult growing conditions due to his good heat tolerance.
Frequently Asked Questions
For which market segment is Rudolph best suited?
Rudolph is an early maincrop red-skinned, white-fleshed variety for the traditional market. The variety has good heat tolerance, very high yields and large tubers.
What characterizes the growth and development of Rudolph?
Rudolph is characterized by average initial development, but a sturdy, well-developed plant. The variety produces large, uniform, oval round tubers with a relatively low tuber set and good regularity of tuber shape. Its dormancy is rather long, and skin finish is good.
What makes Rudolph unique?
Rudolph is one of the few red-skinned varieties in Agrico's portfolio with white flesh. That combination of red skin and white flesh is highly valued in certain traditional markets and gives the variety a distinct niche position. Its good heat tolerance further strengthens its suitability for warmer growing regions.
What virus and disease resistances does Rudolph have?
Rudolph is resistant to wart disease and shows limited susceptibility to the YNTN virus, spraing and powdery scab. The variety has rather long dormancy, which simplifies storage.
Which regions is Rudolph suited to?
Rudolph is specifically suited to warm growing regions, where heat tolerance is essential, such as the Middle East, North Africa and parts of Asia and Latin America. Its white flesh gives the variety a unique niche position in markets that value this characteristic.
Would you like to know more about the Rudolph?
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.
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