The Freedom Russet is a dual-purpose russet potato cultivar developed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It was developed from a cross between ND14-1, a parent with scab resistance, and W1005rus, a parent with good processing quality.
- Yields are superior or comparable to similar varieties
- Exhibits superior tuber bulking rate when harvested at 120 days
- Highly resistant to Verticillium wilt (a component of early drying syndrome)
- Resistant to most strains of common scab
Key Characteristics:
- Skin and Flesh: This variety features russeted skin with white flesh.
- Disease Resistance: Notably, it exhibits resistance to common scab, a significant advantage for growers.
- Culinary Uses: Freedom Russet is versatile in the kitchen, suitable for both fresh market consumption and processing into products like French fries, owing to its good fry quality.
