Captain has a relatively early maturity that produces large bold tubers with a very nice skin finish.  The variety is suited for fresh pack and is known for a uniform larger tuber profile compared to other varieties in the same category.  Captain is a grower friendly variety and easy to manage.

Utilization: Fresh
Maturity: second Early (90-95 DAP)
Yield: High
Skin Color: Yellow, smooth
Flesh Color: Light yellow
Tuber Shape: Short oval, uniform
Tuber Size: Large
Tuber Set: 8-10
Dry Matter: 16.0-17.0 %
Dormancy: medium long
Storage: Medium

Variety Strengths:

  • Moderate tolerance to Heat and Drought
  • Quick plant emergence and good plant vigor 
  • High resistance to Early blight
  • Moderate resistance to PVYo virus
  • Resistant to PVYntn virus
  • Moderate to high resistance to Common scab
  • High resistance to Netted scab
  • High tolerance to mechanical handling and bruising
  • Low incidence to Secondary growth, Growth cracks and Hollow heart
  • Resistance to internal rust spot
  • Good eating qualities and good taste profile

Disclaimer

"Based on information provided by the breeder, trial data collection and commercial field observations, results may slightly differ on location and crop season."

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