In our country, summer residents and gardeners grow many new crops that are resistant to adverse conditions. One of them is the Yanka potato variety. About it will be discussed in the article.
Grade description
Belarus has always been considered a “trendsetter” in potato farming. And, therefore, new varieties bred by the breeders of this country are always popular among the gardeners of our country.
One of these varieties is Yanka potato (description of the variety, photos, reviews are presented below), deduced relatively recently. This culture was introduced to the State Register of the Russian Federation only 5 years ago. The variety is recommended for cultivation in the central and northwestern regions of the country.
Grade characteristics
Before starting the cultivation of the presented culture, it is necessary to consider the characteristics and reviews of the Yanka potato variety . It has a lot of advantages. Potato belongs to mid-season varieties, has a table purpose.
The ripening period is slightly more than one and a half months. The culture has an upright medium-sized bush. It has moderately sprawling shoots. The medium-sized leaves are characterized by a light green tint. They have wavy edges. Corolla consists of small flowers of white color. They quickly fall off.
Yanka has a powerful root system that is resistant to adverse effects. Under each bush, about a dozen tubers are usually formed. Among them there are very few small and spoiled fruits. The tubers are oval. They are covered with a thin yellow skin. The superficial eyes are small. The average weight of potatoes is about one hundred grams. The pulp is characterized by a beige and cream shade. The variety contains many nutritional components.
Productivity, sustainability, storage
Considering the description of the Yanka potato variety , it should be noted that it has a good yield indicator. From hectare you can collect an average of 36 tons. Productivity depends on the composition of the soil, as well as growing conditions, quality of care.
Yanka has good marketability and mechanical stability. When harvesting the number of intact fruits in the total mass is 81-94%. It is well transported and stored. In winter, about 4% of root crops are lost. They do not germinate for a long time.
Potatoes of this variety have increased resistance to diseases and pests. It is for this reason that in our country, “Yanka” is massively cultivated. For the prevention of potato ailments, it is recommended to process the tubers before planting. Also irrigate the soil with disinfectants. To avoid the appearance of bacteria on leaves, stems and fruits, it is necessary to spray plantings with preparations containing copper.
Taste qualities
The Yanka potato variety has a pleasant taste. It is remembered for its rich aroma after cooking. The starch content is average, so when cutting and cooking the tubers do not darken, do not boil. After heat treatment, they become soft and crumbly. They can be used to prepare a wide variety of dishes. Potatoes, among other things, are suitable for freezing. Chips and freeze-dried puree are made from it.
Growing rules
The Yanka potato variety is unpretentious to the choice of soil. However, it grows best on light, fertile soils. To increase yield, formulations with a low nitrogen content should be added.
Landing area is prepared in the fall. As soon as relatively warm weather is established in spring, if necessary, re-dig the field, cleaning it of weeds. Tubers can be planted by the nesting, trench method. The surface should be flat. You can also create ridges, ridges.
Tubers of medium size are selected for planting. The material must not have any signs of disease or damage. Cut potatoes before planting is not necessary. Tubers give the first shoots at a temperature of +11 degrees. Also, the plant requires high-quality lighting. The variety does not like direct sunlight.
Tubers are planted when the soil has fully warmed up. In the prepared pits or trenches, humus is mixed with wood ash. If the climate is arid enough, you need to retain moisture in the soil. It may also be necessary to cover the seedlings, protecting them from return frosts. For this, mulching with sawdust and straw is carried out. You can use other natural components of this type.
Twice or thrice per season, plants will need to be spudded. In the process of processing over the bushes form high ridges. The last hilling should be done before the shoots begin to wilt.
With a low level of soil fertility, it is recommended to introduce mineral-type bait into it. A decade before harvesting, plants can be treated with a solution of superphosphate. This method of feeding will increase the weight of tubers. However, nitrates will not accumulate in them.
The potato tubers are covered with a thin but strong peel. It protects them from damage during manual digging. When grown on an industrial scale, resistance to damage allows you to use harvesters with different types of grippers when harvesting. Before starting the storage period, the tubers will need to be dried thoroughly.
Reviews
Potato variety "Janka", according to gardeners, is very promising. It is known for its unpretentiousness to weather conditions, undemanding to the soil. Potatoes are also easy to care for. It is famous for its excellent taste.
The variety is resistant to many pests and diseases, which allows the use of significantly fewer chemicals to control them. Increases environmental friendliness of products.
Having considered the features of the Yanka potato variety, you can evaluate the mass of its advantages. This is a good option for growing in a private garden and on an industrial scale.