ESTIMA

Potato Variety Information

Variety Name: EstimaRights Holder | Breeder: J.P. & P.R. DIJKHUISCountry of Origin:

NetherlandsYear of of introduction: 1973

Variety Description

Estima is a white-skinned table variety with light yellow flesh colour. Tuber numbers are good, and the oval tubers are quite large.

Estima has shallow eyes and uniform size and can be grown on most soils. The dry matter content is good, and it has a floury texture once cooked. With a mild flavour, Estima is best for simple recipes like mashed potatoes and wedges.

Market outlet: table
Maturity: second early
Storage: good dormancy

News for this Potato Variety

AHDB PCN Calculator to be improved with new scenarios and more data on the resistance and tolerance of potato varieties

January 28, 2018

AHDB PCN Calculator to be improved with new scenarios and more data on resistance and tolerance of potato varieties

A research project aims to improve the accuracy of the ‘AHDB Potatoes potato cyst nematode (PCN) pallida calculator’ which is currently used as an educational forecasting tool for potato growers in the United Kingdom.

September 03, 2017

Increasing reports of widespread scab as United Kingdom potato harvest progresses

As the potato harvest in the United Kingdom progresses, there are increasing reports of widespread scab.

August 31, 2016

Potato plantings by variety in Great Britain in 2016

AHDB Potatoes has produced provisional estimates of planted areas by variety for Great Britain for 2016.

July 12, 2012

Potato growers in Britain face weather-related challenges

Potato growers are facing many weather-related challenges and recent warm, wet weather has led to a massive increase in the number of Smith Periods this year so far, says Potato Council executive and blight specialist Gary Collins.

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