The Abilene Russet is a medium to late-maturing potato variety released in 2015 by the USDA. It has oblong, russeted tubers with white, fluffy flesh that is mealy when cooked. It offers good resistance to common scab and moderate resistance to late blight, PVY, and blackleg.
Tuber Characteristics
- Shape: Oblong to long
- Skin: Medium to dark brown, russeted
- Flesh: White, dry, fluffy when cooked
- Eyes: Shallow
- Cooking Type: Mealy/floury (Type C)
- Taste: Mild, good flavor
- Starch Content: Medium to high
Disease and Pest Resistance
- Common Scab: Good resistance
- Late Blight (Foliar): Moderate resistance
- Potato Virus Y (PVY): Moderate to good resistance
- Blackleg: Moderate resistance
- Mechanical Damage: Tolerant
- Internal Defects: Low incidence
