Potato Letana

Letana — a mid-early maturing table potato variety with a vegetation period of 70 to 90 days, distinguished by high yield and excellent taste qualities. The plants of this variety are tall and well-branched, with red-purple flowers. Tubers have an oval or round-elongated shape, pinkish skin, and white flesh that does not darken after boiling. The average weight of one tuber ranges from 110 to 180 grams, and 8 to 11 tubers form under each plant. Starch content varies between 12-18%, making the potato versatile for preparing various dishes and belonging to the culinary type BC. The Letana variety exhibits high resistance to a range of diseases and pests. It shows resistance to potato scab, late blight of foliage and tubers, fusarium, and common scab. Additionally, the variety is not affected by nematodes and has good resistance to viral infections. Thanks to these qualities, Letana is a reliable choice for cultivation in various climatic zones, including Polissia, Forest-Steppe, and Steppe. The variety also demonstrates high drought tolerance and adaptability to different soil types. Letana potatoes are not only highly productive but also have excellent storage durability, reaching 97%. The average yield of the variety is 30 to 43 tons per hectare, with maximum yields reaching 53 tons per hectare. Tubers have an attractive market appearance due to their smooth skin and pinkish hue, enhancing their market value. All these characteristics make Letana a sought-after variety for both farm operations and private households.