The Sunred potato variety is an early-maturing cultivar known for its large tubers and appealing red skin. Developed by HZPC Holland BV, Sunred has gained popularity in various countries, with some customers referring to it as the "red Carrera" due to its desirable traits.
- Early maturity and tuberisation
- Big size tubers
- Good yield
- Uniform tuber size and shape
- Good resistance to common scab
Agronomic Characteristics
- Maturity: Early
- Dormancy: Moderate short
- Yield (Mature): Moderate high
- Tuber Size: Very large
- Tuber Shape: Oval
- Number of Tubers per Plant: 6-8
- Skin Colour: Dark red
- Flesh Colour (After Cooking): Light yellow
- Cooking Type: AB (Slightly firm, ideal for boiling, roasting, and salads)
- Dry Matter Content / Starch: 17.7% / 11.9%
- Underwater Weight (UWW) / Specific Gravity: 319 / 1.067
- Internal Bruising: Not sensitive
- Metribuzin Sensitivity: Not sensitive
- Little Potato Disorder: Good resistance
