Potato Volzhanin

The potato variety Vozhanin is a medium-early table variety of Russian breeding, intended for cultivation in the North Caucasus, Middle Volga, Lower Volga, and East Siberian regions. The maturation period is 80-90 days, allowing for harvest at optimal times. The tubers are oval-shaped, with light beige skin and white flesh, with marketable tuber mass ranging from 80 to 116 grams. Starch content is within 13-16%, ensuring good taste and versatility in culinary use: the potato is suitable for boiling, baking, frying, and making mashed potatoes. Storage quality is high — around 90-95% — which facilitates long-term storage without quality loss.

The Vozhanin variety is characterized by high drought and heat tolerance, making it a reliable choice for regions with variable climatic conditions. Yield ranges from 2.5 to 3.7 kg per square meter (or 300-350 centners per hectare), with marketability reaching 90-95%. The number of tubers per plant ranges from 7 to 11, ensuring a stable and high-quality harvest.

Regarding disease resistance, Vozhanin has moderate resistance to late blight of foliage and tubers, as well as resistance to alternaria and mosaic viruses. However, the variety is susceptible to potato scab, potato cancer, and may occasionally suffer from dry rot. Despite this, the variety is valued for its stable yield and ability to withstand adverse weather conditions, making it popular for table use.