NAVAN

NAVAN
Variety Name: NavanRights Holder | Breeder: NORTHERN IRELAND PLANT BREEDING STATIONCountry of Origin: United United KingdomYear of of introduction: 1987
Navan is a high dry matter variety with common scab resistance. Navan has excellent all round cooking qualities and is popular for frying.

Navan has excellent resistance to PVY, Blackleg, and PCN Ro1 resulting in fewer out-grades than Maris Piper. Navan produces a vigorous haulm giving excellent ground cover and demonstrates good heat tolerance.

Characteristics
 
  • Parentage: S62/47/1 x Maris Piper
  • Maturity: Maincrop
  • Flowers: Violet
  • Tuber Shape: Oval
  • Tuber Skin: White
  • Tuber Flesh: Cream