The California Russet is a notable russet-type potato cultivar primarily grown in the western United States, particularly in California and neighboring regions. It is favored for both fresh market and processing, especially for French fries and baking, due to its desirable agronomic and culinary traits.
Tuber Characteristics
- Skin: Russeted, brown, netted
- Flesh: White to pale yellow
- Shape: Long, slightly flattened, uniform
- Eye depth: Shallow
- Texture: Mealy (high starch)
- Size: Medium to large
- Cooking quality: Excellent for baking and frying
- Dry matter content: Moderate to high
Disease and Pest Resistance
- Common scab: Resistant
- Verticillium wilt: Moderate resistance
- Early blight: Susceptible
- Late blight: Susceptible
- PVY (Potato Virus Y): Moderate resistance
- PLRV (Potato Leafroll Virus): Susceptible
- Tuber net necrosis: Low incidence
- Blackleg: Susceptible
- Bruising: Moderately susceptible (handle with care)
