Red Prairie is a high-yielding, late-maturing table-stock variety developed by the University of Wisconsin and released in 2021 (status pending). It features oval, red-skinned tubers with white flesh, shallow eyes, and purple flowers. With long dormancy and good storability, it cooks well and resists common scab but is susceptible to late blight. It has a low specific gravity and is well-suited for fresh market use.
Key Characteristics
- Parentage: Unknown x W2303-9R
- Breeder: University of Wisconsin
- Released: 2021 (Pending Status)
- Tuber Shape: Oval
- Skin Color: Red
- Flesh Color: White
- Flower Color: Purple
Agronomic Traits: - Yield: High
- Specific Gravity: Low
- Maturity: Late
- Dormancy: Long (good storability)
Disease Resistance:
- Resistant to: Common scab
- Susceptible to: Late blight
Usage & Quality:
- Market: Table-stock
- Consumer Quality: Cooks well
- Storage: Stores well