Columbia Russet, introduced in Canada in 1937 by breeder W. Scott, is a reliable dual-purpose variety valued for its high yield, excellent culinary traits, and good disease resistance. Its dry, white-fleshed tubers with russeted skin make it ideal for baking and processing, with strong storage potential.
Tuber Characteristics:
- Skin: Russeted (medium to heavy netting)
- Flesh: White
- Shape: Oblong to long
- Eyes: Shallow
- Texture: Dry, slightly mealy
- Culinary Use: Excellent for baking, frying, and mashing
- Storage: Very good storability with long dormancy
Disease Resistance:
- Common Scab: Moderately resistant
- Late Blight: Moderately resistant
- Early Blight: Resistant
- Verticillium Wilt: Resistant
- Potato Virus Y (PVY): Moderate resistance
- Fusarium Dry Rot: Moderate
- Soft Rot / Blackleg: Slightly susceptible