RUSSET BURBANK

Potato Variety Information

Variety Name: Russet BurbankRights Holder | Breeder: SWEETCountry of Origin:

United StatesYear of of introduction: 1908

Variety Description

Russet Burbank is used for Fresh, frozen, or dehydrated, this variety is ideal for all preparation styles. The exterior skin is relatively thin and light brown in color. The exterior shape is oval and slightly flattened, with few shallow eyes. The interior is off-white to ivory and moderately dense.

Appearance

The exterior skin is relatively thin and light brown in color. The exterior shape is oval and slightly flattened, with few shallow eyes. The interior is off-white to ivory and moderately dense.

Flavor Profile

A distinctive, earthy potato flavor. The high solid (starch) yields a grainy texture and slightly chewy skin. Bakes up dry and fluffy; fries crisp and golden brown.

Origin and Breeding History

Developed in 1914 by Lou Sweet, a previous president of the Potato Association of America. Scientist Luther Burbank is credited with the discovery of the original seeds.

While Idaho growers have successfully produced many varieties over the years, the Russet Burbank is their greatest commercial success and has established a strong brand equity for the state. A late-maturing variety that requires a 140- to 150-day growing season.

Companies Offering this Variety

Rockyview Elite Tuber Ltd. ( )	Read More
Parkland Seed Potatoes Ltd ( )	Read More
Arrowhead Potato Company ( )
Atlantic Potato Distributors Ltd. ( )
Bench Mark Potato Co. ()
Canadian Eastern Growers Inc. ( )
Carleton County Spud Distributors Ltd. ( )
Daniel J. Corey Farms ( )
Eagle Eye Produce ( )
Edmonton Potato Growers Cooperative ()
Ferme Givskud Farm Inc. ( )
Garden Isle Farms ( )
Golden-Geest-Kartoffeln Erzeugergesellschaft mbH ( )
GPOD of Idaho ( )
Idaho Fresh Produce, Inc. ( )
Les Fermes GAM Michaud Farms Inc. ( )
Les fermes Rivest Bourgeois inc ( )
Mart Produce ( )
Nonpareil-Idaho Potato Packers ()
Pleasant Valley Potato ( )
Potandon Produce LLC ( )
Prairie Dome Seed Potatoes ( )
Quebec Parmentier inc. ( )
Rigby Produce, Inc. ()
Sterman Masser Potato Farms ( )
Sun Glo of Idaho, Inc. ( )
Sun Valley Potato Growers ()
Toner Farms Ltd. ( )
Wada Farms ( )