Yolmaejo-saeng is a high-yielding, early-maturing potato variety developed in South Korea, primarily bred for fresh consumption. It features attractive, white to creamy skin with shallow eyes and white flesh. The variety is valued for its early harvest, smooth texture, and excellent table quality.
Agronomic Characteristics
- Maturity: Early
- Growth Habit: Erect to semi-erect
- Flower Color: White to pale violet
- Tuberization: Early and prolific
- Yield Potential: High for early variety
- Dormancy: Short (suitable for double cropping)
Tuber Morphological Traits
- Tuber Shape: Oval to long oval
- Skin Color: White to creamy
- Flesh Color: White
- Eye Depth: Shallow
- Skin Texture: Smooth
- Tuber Size: Small to medium (uniform)
- Dry Matter Content: Moderate (~18%)
Disease and Pest Resistance
- Late Blight: Moderate resistance
- Common Scab: Moderate
- PVY (Potato Virus Y): Moderate to low resistance
- Bacterial Wilt: Susceptible
Culinary and Processing Quality
- Texture When Cooked: Waxy and moist
- Taste: Mild, pleasant
- Culinary Use: Ideal for boiling, steaming, fresh salad use
- Processing Use: Not suited for frying or chips (low dry matter)