HZPC and CIP develop an early-maturing potato variety suitable for Vietnam

Published Nov 27, 2023

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Vietnam has successfully developed a new potato variety, HCIP210, in just eight years through a public-private partnership known as the TAP5 project. This cream-fleshed variety offers high yield potential, adaptability to different conditions, and strong resistance to diseases. The project aims to enhance food security and income for resource-poor farmers in Asia and Africa and plans to expand the release of promising clones to other markets in Asia and Africa in the future.

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Vietnam has just welcomed a new potato variety HCIP210 developed through a public-private partnership. This breakthrough is part of the TAP5 project entitled "The collaborative breeding of five tropically adapted potato varieties", an initiative that has been combining the strengths of public and private sectors to accelerate potato breeding and selection processes, and it's just the beginning of something truly remarkable. Traditionally, developing a new potato variety takes anywhere from 10 to 12 years. But thanks to the collaborative efforts of the TAP5 project, Vietnam has witnessed the birth of HCIP210 in just eight years. This cream-fleshed potato variety has many benefits, including high yield potential, adaptability to various conditions, and robust resistance to late blight and viruses like PVY and PVX. What's more, it boasts an extended dormancy period of over 120 days, ensuring a steady supply of high-quality ware potatoes long after the harvest season. The success of ...

Source: Potatopro