The potato variety Irbitsky is a medium-early table variety characterized by high yield and good marketability. The tubers have a round shape with smooth red skin and light-yellow flesh. The average weight of one tuber ranges from 108 to 190 grams, and the starch content varies between 13.0–16.5%. The eyes are shallow, facilitating peeling, and the taste is rated as good. The variety is moderately susceptible to overcooking, making it versatile for various culinary purposes. Irbitsky potato exhibits high resistance to a range of diseases and pests. It is resistant to potato cyst nematode, golden nematode, mosaic virus, and leaf curl virus. Additionally, it shows moderate resistance to late blight of leaves and tubers, and medium resistance to common scab and rhizoctonia. Thanks to these qualities, this variety is well-suited for cultivation in challenging climatic conditions, including the Volgo-Vyat, West Siberian, and Ural regions. The Irbitsky potato plants have medium height, intermediate type, and semi-erect growth habit. Leaves are dark green, medium to large in size, with strongly wavy margins. The flower corollas are medium-sized with intense anthocyanin coloring on the inner side. The maturation period is approximately 90 days, allowing for early harvest. The variety is drought-resistant and retains well over a long period, making it attractive to farmers and consumers.
