The Liberta potato variety is a relatively new and popular variety known for its versatility and high yield. It is commonly used in various culinary applications, especially for making fries and chips, due to its excellent cooking qualities. The potatoes are known for their smooth skin and white flesh, which makes them ideal for frying, baking, and boiling.
- Shape: Oval or round, with a uniform size.
- Skin: Light to medium yellow skin.
- Flesh: White, with a waxy texture.
- Taste: Slightly sweet, but it has a neutral flavor that works well in a variety of dishes.
- Yield: High, with the variety being favored by farmers for its productivity.
- Resistance: Resistant to certain diseases and pests, making it easier to grow in various environments.
- Type: Liberta is classified as a waxy potato variety, making it ideal for processing into French fries.
- Storage: It has strong dormancy, allowing for good storage without the use of sprout inhibitors like CIPC
