Osprey is a second early potato. Osprey produces good yields of bold bright tubers with good all-round cooking quality. Known for its uniformity and good-looking tubers, it has good potential for both prepack and table markets in UK. Cream waxy flesh, excellent flavour and texture.
- Attractive short oval tubers
- Table & Pre-pack markets.
- High yields of red parti-coloured potatoes
Tuber Characteristics
- Shape: Oval to long-oval
- Skin Texture: Smooth
- Skin Color: White to cream
- Flesh Color: White to creamy white
- Texture: Firm and waxy
- Size: Medium to large-sized tubers, uniform in size
- Eyes: Shallow eyes, making them easier to peel
Resistances
- Disease Resistance: Moderate resistance to common potato diseases such as common scab (Streptomyces scabies) and blackleg. Some resistance to viruses, helping to maintain plant health and yield.
- Pest Resistance: Generally tolerant of potato cyst nematodes (Globodera rostochiensis and Globodera pallida).
