Sevilla
A maincrop organic ware variety with good underwater weight, delicious flavour and natural protection against late blight in foliage.
- Late blight resistant
- Low nitrogen requirement
- Good drought tolerance
Frequently Asked Questions
For which market segment is Nirvana best suited?
Nirvana is an early maincrop variety for the French fries industry, with good yields and excellent dry matter distribution. Thanks to its strong late blight resistance in both foliage and tubers, the variety is part of Agrico's Next Generation portfolio.
What characterizes the growth and development of Nirvana?
Nirvana is characterized by a sturdy plant with relatively rapid initial development and good final foliage development. The variety produces rather large, uniformly sized, oval tubers with average tuber set and fairly good regularity of tuber shape. Its long dormancy offers extra security during storage.
What virus and disease resistances does Nirvana have?
Nirvana is resistant to late blight in both the foliage and tubers, and is also slightly to not susceptible to fusarium and powdery scab.
Which regions is Nirvana suited to?
As a Next Generation variety, Nirvana is particularly interesting for regions where late blight poses major challenges in cultivation, such as in Northwestern Europe. The variety is currently being actively introduced into several European countries.
Would you like to know more about the Sevilla?
The best way to guarantee a good harvest and the best return on your investment is to start out with healthy, high-quality seed potatoes and expert advice. At Agrico, we are committed to and invest in knowledge and research. This has enabled us to cultivate a wide range of unique potato varieties that display effective resistance, strong variety characteristics and a high yield. Naturally, the seed potatoes we supply are fully certified.
If you have any specific questions about the Sevilla or would like to know what Agrico can do for you with respect to varieties, please feel free to contact us.
