BRS Gaia is a red-skinned potato variety developed by Embrapa in Brazil and released in 2023. It was bred to serve the fresh market with attractive tubers, good culinary quality, and adaptability to warm growing conditions.
Plant and Tuber Characteristics
- Skin color: Red, slightly rough, and visually appealing
- Tuber shape: Oval with shallow eyes
- Flesh color: Medium yellow
- Dry matter content: High, providing good texture after cooking
- Dormancy: Medium
- Maturity: Medium vine maturity
Agronomic Performance
- Yield potential: Moderately high under good management
- Heat tolerance: Performs well under higher temperature conditions
- Shelf life: Medium post-harvest storability
Disease Response
- Late blight: Moderate susceptibility
- Early blight: Moderate susceptibility
- Bacterial wilt: Intermediate tolerance, suitable for areas where the disease is prevalent
- Viruses: Moderate susceptibility
Culinary and Market Use
- Primarily intended for the fresh market
- Suitable for boiling, purée, and frying, including fresh-cut fries
- High dry matter ensures good cooking quality and consistent results
Key Advantages
- Attractive red skin and uniform tubers
- Versatile culinary applications
- Adapted to warmer climates
- Good balance between yield, quality, and disease tolerance
