Erou / Arrow

Stable yields of early-maturing potatoes with Dutch breeding

Selecting the 'Arrow' variety from the breeding powerhouse Agrico is a strategic move for farms focused on an early entry into the table potato market. Amidst unpredictable weather and pathogen pressure, this variety demonstrates the technological efficiency needed to plan sales cycles precisely 65–75 days after planting.

Agronomic field advantages

The primary challenge solved by 'Arrow' is the minimization of losses during both the cultivation phase and post-harvest handling. The variety possesses genetic resistance to potato wart and the golden potato cyst nematode, making it an optimal choice for land with intensive farming rotations. Its natural resistance to common scab significantly simplifies the grading process: tubers maintain their attractive appearance even when grown in heavy or alkaline soils.

Technological indicators and marketability

• Appearance: Oval, uniform tubers with yellow skin and white flesh are ideal for the pre-packed table potato segment.
• Chemical composition: A dry matter content of 18–19% ensures consistent texture during cooking, a quality highly valued by retail chains.
• Farm application: This variety is suitable for both early 'from-the-field' sales and short-term storage. Due to the tuber uniformity, the variety adapts well to mechanical harvesting, minimizing skin abrasions.

'Arrow' is a tool for the farmer who refuses to gamble their harvest on unproven varieties. Dutch breeding from Agrico guarantees predictability: you know exactly when maturation will begin, how the potatoes will perform during washing and packaging, and which protection measures are required during the growing season. If your goal is to produce early-maturing, high-marketability produce, this variety will provide a robust foundation for your crop rotation.