The Alex potato variety is a cultivar developed in the Netherlands, known for its early maturity and suitability for fresh consumption.
Tuber Characteristics
- Shape: Oval to long
- Skin Color: White
- Flesh Color: Cream
- Eye Depth: Very shallow
- Cooking Type: Firm (Type A)
- Dry Matter Content: Moderate (approximately 18%)
Disease Resistance & Sensitivities
- Late Blight (Foliage): Low resistance
- Late Blight (Tubers): Very low to low resistance
- Common Scab: Moderate resistance
- Bruising: Low susceptibility
- Dry Rot (Fusarium sulphureum): Low resistance
- Dry Rot (Fusarium coeruleum): High resistance
Agronomic Notes
- Maturity: Early
- Yield: High, with bold, uniform tubers
- Dormancy: Good, facilitating storage
- Storage Ability: Good
- Usage: Ideal for fresh market consumption due to its attractive appearance and firm texture