The 'Ambassador' potato is a maincrop variety characterized by oval to long-oval tubers with white skin and pale yellow flesh. It is known for its high yield potential and uniform grading. The plant typically reaches a height of 24 to 36 inches with a spread of 18 to 24 inches. In terms of disease resistance, 'Ambassador' shows good resistance to Fusarium coeruleum (dry rot) and skin spot, moderate resistance to silver scurf, but is more susceptible to Fusarium sulphureum (dry rot).
Tuber Characteristics:
- Shape: Oval to long-oval.
- Skin Color: White.
- Flesh Color: Pale yellow.
- Size: Medium to large
Disease and Pest Resistance:
- Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans): Low resistance on both foliage and tubers.
- Potato Cyst Nematode: Demonstrates resistance.
- Dry Rot (Fusarium spp.): Moderate resistance to Fusarium coeruleum; more susceptible to Fusarium sulphureum.
- Skin Spot: Moderate resistance.
- Silver Scurf: Moderate resistance
