Caribou Russet Seed Potato

The Caribou Russet is a renowned potato variety developed by the University of Maine. It's a versatile potato that's gaining popularity for its flavorful profile, high yields, ease of growing, and adaptability to various cooking methods.

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Quick Facts:

• Type: Maincrop Potato
• Skin Color: Light Russet, light to medium netted
• Ease of Growing: Easy
• Flesh Color: White
• Maturity: About 105-115 days after planting (Mid-season maturity)
• Yield: High to very High, depending on conditions, for 1/lb planted, typically harvest 5-15/lb depending on growing conditions.
• Planting Rate: Usually 6-10 seed pieces per lb or up to 10 ft per lb.

Culinary Profile:

• Usage: Ideal for baking, mashing, or French fries
• Flavor: Known for good taste and texture, particularly when roasted or mashed
• Cooking Qualities: Maintains good fry color, especially suited for baking and mashing

Agronomic Characteristics:

• Disease Resistance: Moderately resistant to common scab, Verticillium wilt, and golden nematode race Ro1
• Plant Vigor: Exhibits excellent early vine development and plant vigor, very heat and drought tolerant
• Storage: Stores well, though requires attention due to short tuber dormancy

Origin and Breeding:

• Developed from a cross between Silverton Russet and Reeves Kingpin, the Caribou Russet was initially selected for its visual characteristics and positive agronomic traits.

Popularity and Availability:

• The Caribou Russet has seen increasing popularity, particularly in New England, due to its versatile culinary qualities and adaptability.

This potato variety is a great choice for both commercial growers and home gardeners, offering a high-yielding, easy-to-grow option that delivers in both taste and texture.

Non-GMO Commitment: At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: This product is sourced from a partner farm that is committed to sustainable, regenerative, and environmentally responsible farming methods. These practices prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and the avoidance of synthetic inputs. 
Seed potatoes are dirty when they arrive, do not wash.