The Avalanche potato variety is a regional, medium-late variety known for its high yield potential and versatility in culinary and industrial applications. This variety is an excellent choice for both processing and fresh market use due to its high starch content, resistance to major diseases, and high productivity.
Agronomic and Quality Traits
- Maturity: Medium-late
- Yield: Very high
- Utility Type: Culinary Type C (floury, good taste)
- Starch Content: ~17%
- Tuber Shape: Round-oval, slightly flattened, quite large
- Skin: Yellow, smooth
- Flesh: Light yellow
- Eyes: Shallow
Disease Resistance
- Resistant to nematodes and potato cancer
- Resistant to Potato Virus Y (PVY)
- Very resistant to Leaf Roll Virus
- Very resistant to Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans)
- High resistance to Black Leg
- Moderately resistant to Common Scab