Kennebec is a medium- to late-maturing white potato. It was bred by the USDA and selected by Presque Isle Station, Maine, in 1941. Kennebec is not under plant variety protection. This fast-growing variety has high yields. It maintains good quality in storage[1] and is grown for both fresh market use and for potato chip manufacturing.
Potato 'Kennebec' | |
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Genus | Solanum |
Species | Solanum tuberosum |
Cultivar | 'Kennebec' |
Breeder | United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) |
Origin | Maine, USA in 1941 |