Potato Zoya

The potato variety Zoya is a medium-early table variety with a maturation period of 70 to 80 days. The plant is low, leafy, semi-erect, with medium-sized dark green leaves and medium-sized flower clusters, the inner side of which has intense anthocyanin pigmentation ranging from moderate to strong. Tubers are oval-round in shape, with medium-depth eyes, covered with yellow skin, and pale-yellow flesh. The average weight of marketable tubers ranges from 90 to 130 grams, with starch content reaching 13.9%, which ensures good and excellent taste. Variety Zoya is characterized by high market yield, varying from 171 to 377 centners per hectare, with maximum yields reaching 401 centners per hectare, significantly exceeding the standards of similar varieties. Tubers have a marketability of 83% and storability of 96%, indicating good preservation and quality during storage. The potato is resistant to several diseases, including potato cyst nematode, golden potato cyst nematode, as well as leaf curl, mosaic, and leaf curling. According to phytopathology data, the variety is moderately susceptible to late blight on stems and tubers. For successful cultivation of variety Zoya, sunny areas with good drainage are recommended. Planting should be conducted at a spacing of 50 by 70 centimeters between plants. Irrigation should begin after the start of flowering, ensuring adequate soil moisture. Key agronomic practices include regular weeding, fertilization, and treatment against pests and diseases. Due to its characteristics and resistance to diseases, variety Zoya is an excellent choice for obtaining high-quality potatoes with good yield and taste.