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The Vympel potato is one of the new promising crop species. It is characterized by high and stable yields, as well as increased resistance to adverse external factors. And, despite the fact that it only recently appeared on the market, it has already managed to make itself known. In order for the variety to show maximum performance, it is necessary to take into account some rules of planting and agricultural technology.
Vympel potatoes are suitable for industrial and private cultivation
History of appearance
This crop variety was obtained thanks to the efforts of Russian breeders. Employees of the All-Russian Research Institute of Potato Farming named after A.G. Lorch, as well as Agrocenter LLC Korenevo, worked on the creation. The goal of the creation was to obtain a type of crop that could combine increased viability and high yield when grown in regions with different climatic conditions. The basis for its creation was the famous Picasso variety and the hybrid 128-6.
Judging by the stated characteristics of the Pennant, it was able to combine the best qualities of its ancestors, and in some respects even surpass them. After successfully conducted variety trials, this potato was included in the State Register of Russia in 2016.
Description of seed potatoes of the Vympel variety
Vympel differs from other crop varieties in the appearance of bushes and tubers. Therefore, it is important to know these features, which will allow you to accurately identify it in the garden bed and vegetable storage.
Bush
The Vympel potato is characterized by medium and tall bushes of an intermediate type, the height of which reaches 50-60 cm. The shoots are strong, leafy, of medium thickness, initially upright, and as they grow, they deviate to the sides. Each bush consists of 3-4 stems.
Vympel's leaves are medium in size, light green in color, and closed. The plates have a slight waviness along the edge, and the veins on them are moderately expressed. The leaves are mainly located in the upper part of the shoots.
The flowers of the Vympel potato are small, their diameter is about 0.7-0.8 cm. The buds are collected in apical inflorescences of 2-3 pieces. The corolla is white, the commissure between the lobes is smooth. The anthocyanin tint inside it is insignificant or completely absent.
The root system is well developed. Under each bush, 7-12 potatoes are formed per season. Moreover, they are all one-dimensional, of medium size. Small specimens are rarely found. The root system consists of numerous absorbent shoots, as well as short and medium-sized stolons. This ensures the full development of the bushes even in unfavorable seasons for the crop.
Tubers
Vympel's tubers are oval-round with a mesh surface.The average weight of potatoes is 96-140 g. The peel is thin but durable. Therefore, this potato variety is suitable for mechanized harvesting. The Vympel potato, according to the variety description and photo, has a uniform yellow tint. The eyes are rare, their depth is average. The yield of marketable potatoes for the Vympel variety is 82-98%.
The pulp has a dense consistency and cream color. When exposed to air, it retains its color. During the cooking process, the pulp softens slightly. The starch content in Vympel tubers is 13-16%.
Keeping quality 93%
Characteristics of Vympel potatoes
The level of productivity of a variety can be determined by comparing its characteristics with other types of crops. Therefore, they need to be studied, which will also help to understand what conditions are most suitable for growing Vympel potatoes.
Taste qualities of Vympel potatoes
Experts assess the taste of this table variety as good. According to its culinary type, it is classified as CD.
Potatoes Vympel can be used for:
- frying;
- baking;
- boiling in its “uniform” and peeled form;
- first and second courses;
- puree.
Ripening time
Vympel potatoes are characterized by an average ripening period. The duration of the growing season from emergence to harvest is 80-100 days, depending on the climatic conditions of the growing region. The tubers are fully ripened by early or mid-August.
Productivity
The variety is considered high-yielding. From 1 sq. m area you can get up to 5-6 kg of marketable tubers.Based on the results of variety trials, it was found that the average yield level ranges from 241-430 centners per 1 hectare.
Where is it grown?
The Vympel variety is recommended for cultivation in the North-Western, Central, and Central Black Earth regions. However, it has the ability to quickly adapt to any climatic conditions. And judging by the reviews of gardeners, it can be grown in all regions of Russia.
Disease resistance
Pennant has high natural immunity. This potato is immune to golden nematode and cancer. Also, if the rules of care are followed, the variety is resistant to common scab, rhizoctonia, and root rot.
According to the originator, Vympel does not suffer from late blight. But the variety tests carried out showed that the variety is susceptible to this disease on tubers and tops to an average degree. Therefore, you should not neglect preventive treatments.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Vympel potato has many advantages, which sets it apart from other crop varieties. But it also has certain disadvantages. Therefore, it is necessary to become familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of this type in advance.
Potatoes Vympel are resistant to degeneration
Main advantages:
- high productivity;
- ability to adapt to different climates;
- drought resistance;
- suitable for mechanical harvesting;
- versatility of application;
- excellent consumer qualities;
- good keeping quality;
- undemanding to care and soil composition;
- high life potential.
Flaws:
- average resistance to late blight,
- susceptible to the Colorado potato beetle.
Rules and landing scheme
To get a high yield of Vympel potatoes, it is necessary to prepare the plot in the fall.To do this, you need to dig it up to a depth of 20 cm, remove the weeds, and also apply it to each square. m area of 10 kg of humus, 40 g of superphosphate and 30 g of potassium sulfide. With the arrival of spring, the area must be re-loosened and the surface leveled.
Vympel planting tubers also require pre-sowing preparation. They must be brought into a bright room with a temperature of +15 ° C three weeks before planting and laid out in one layer on a flat surface. Periodically, potatoes need to be sprayed with water and turned over, which promotes uniform development of shoots.
The recommended planting pattern for the Vympel variety is 35 by 60 cm. Optimal depth: 10 cm on light soils and 7 cm on heavy soils.
Care instructions
When growing Vympel potatoes, you must follow the standard rules of agricultural technology. Ten days after planting, it is necessary to carry out surface loosening of the soil in the area to a depth of no more than 1.5 cm. This improves soil aeration and thus accelerates the germination of tubers. In the future, it is necessary to regularly weed as the weeds grow until the potato bushes close together.
Vympel is a drought-resistant variety. But in case of prolonged absence of rain, it is recommended to water. In this case, it is important that the soil gets wet by 7-10 cm.
It is recommended to hill up the bushes of this potato twice during their development. The first time this should be done when the length of the shoots reaches 18 cm, and the second time ten days after that.
The variety responds well to fertilizing. The first time you need to apply fertilizers is during the period of active growth of shoots.At this time, it is important to use nitroammophoska at the rate of 30 g per 10 liters of water. The second and third feedings are recommended at the stage of bud emergence and at the end of flowering. During these periods, it is recommended to use superphosphate 40 g and potassium sulphide 30 g per bucket of water.
Fertilizers can also be applied in dry form with mandatory incorporation into the soil.
Collection and storage
It is recommended to harvest Vympel when the bushes begin to turn sharply yellow. This sign indicates full maturation of the tubers. This usually occurs in mid or late August. It is recommended to dig potatoes in dry, clear weather. After collection, it must be spread out and left on the site for two hours. After the waiting period, the crop must be moved indoors for long-term drying.
After three weeks, it is recommended to sort through the potatoes, sorting out defective fruits, as well as seed tubers. After this, the harvest must be transferred to the basement. Optimal storage temperature is +2-4 °C, humidity is about 65-70%.
Conclusion
The Vympel potato has managed to combine the best qualities of the crop, which is why it is becoming more and more popular every year. This is facilitated, first of all, by its unpretentiousness, endurance, and high productivity. In addition, Vympel is characterized by good taste, as well as versatility of use.
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