Premier Russet is a dual-purpose potato variety released in 2006. It is notable for its high yield, high specific gravity, and excellent fry color from cold storage. The variety is resistant to PVY, common and powdery scab, early dying, and water stress, with moderate resistance to tuber early blight and soft rot. However, it is susceptible to blackspot bruise, Fusarium dry rot, and early hollow heart. It has a short dormancy, but its ability to store at 42°F helps prolong usability.
Strengths:
- High yield of oblong-long, medium russeted tubers.
- High specific gravity.
- Excellent fry color after cold storage.
- Resistant to PVY, common and powdery scab, early dying, and tolerant of water stress.
- Moderately resistant to tuber early blight and soft rot.
- Good storage at 42°F to reduce the accumulation of reducing sugars and prolong dormancy.