Mid-Early Maturity and High Yield

Organic Vitabella seed potatoes combine mid-early maturity with high yields, producing firm, waxy potatoes that are perfect for both cooking and frying. These qualities make Vitabella an excellent choice for growers seeking efficiency and quality in their harvests.

Natural Resistance and Organic Certification

Vitabella potatoes are SKAL and NAK-certified, ensuring the absence of chemical treatments and genetic modifications. The natural resistance of this variety to Phytophthora, both early in the season and against mild infections later, makes it a robust choice for organic farming methods.

Long-Term Storage and Versatility

These organic potatoes maintain their flavor and quality exceptionally well during long-term storage, making them ideal for both household use and commercial purposes. Their versatility ranges from preparing perfect fries to everyday meals, thanks to their superior texture and flavor.

Sustainable and Adaptable

Vitabella seed potatoes support eco-friendly cultivation and withstand diverse weather conditions, making them suitable for various climates and soil types. They perform particularly well in moderate to heavy clay soils without the need for synthetic fertilizers or chemicals.

Reliable Quality from Dutch Soil

Our Organic Vitabella Seed Potatoes are grown to the highest standards of sustainability and traceability. These premium-quality organic Dutch seed potatoes guarantee excellent results, whether for the private hobby gardener or the commercial grower.

Features

✔ Mid-Early Variety for a quick harvest of firm, waxy potatoes, ideal for both cooking and fries.

✔ SKAL- and NAK-Certified Organic Seed Stock, free from chemical treatments and genetic modification, ensuring a pure and healthy product.

✔ Excellent Disease Resistance to Phytophthora, offering strong protection for a healthy harvest.

✔ High Yield due to fast growth and early maturity, even under organic farming practices.

✔ Suitable for Various Soils, performing best on moderate to heavy clay soils without synthetic additives.

✔ Long-Term Storage, maintaining excellent flavor and quality over time.

✔ Versatile in Use, ideal for cooking and frying, perfect for organic kitchens and culinary applications.

✔ Perfect for Fries, delivering the ideal texture and flavor for superior fries.

✔ Resistant to Scab, with moderate resistance ensuring healthy, spot-free tubers.

✔ Superior Flavor and Texture, waxy and firm with excellent cooking quality, ideal for everyday meals.

✔ Sustainable and Weather-Resistant, supporting eco-friendly cultivation.

✔ High-Quality Organic Dutch Seed Potatoes, ensuring sustainability, traceability, and premium quality, suitable for both private and commercial farming.

Characteristics of Organic Vitabella Seed Potatoes

• Maturity: Mid-early
• Harvest Period: July / August
• Tuber Shape: Oval
• Flesh Color: Yellow
• Skin Color: Yellow
• Seed Size: 25/35 mm
• Number of Tubers per kg: Approximately 35 tubers (size 25/35)
• Coverage per kg: Approximately 12 m²
• Cooking Quality: Waxy, excellent flavor; suitable for cooking, frying, and oven preparations.
• Flowering: Mid-early, producing uniform and robust tubers.
• Soil pH: Ideal for slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.5 - 6.5).
• Water Requirements: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilization: Consistent fertilization needed for optimal growth.
• Resistances:

  - Phytophthora (foliage): Highly resistant

  - Phytophthora (tuber): Good resistance, especially when harvested early

  - Scab: Moderately resistant

Composition

Certified by both NAK and SKAL, these organic Vitabella seed potatoes meet the highest quality and environmental standards. Through rigorous inspections and testing, it is ensured that this seed stock is free from genetic modifications and harmful organisms. This makes Vitabella seed potatoes an excellent choice for growers seeking a healthy, reliable, and fully organic top-quality product. Ideal for those who highly value sustainability and responsible farming practices.

Instructions for Use

1. Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Work the soil to a depth of 30 cm to create a loose structure that promotes root development.
2. Pre-Sprouting (Optional): Begin pre-sprouting the potatoes about four weeks before planting in a warm, well-lit environment. This process encourages the formation of strong shoots, accelerates growth, and shortens the time to harvest.
3. Planting: Timing: Plant seed potatoes early in spring, after the frost period. Spacing: Plant the potatoes in straight rows, leaving approximately 40 cm between plants and 60 cm between rows. Depth: Ensure the potatoes are planted about 10 cm deep, with the shoots facing upwards.
4. Care: Gradually add more soil around the plants (earthing up) about six weeks after planting. This supports stem growth, promotes soil warming, and ensures proper drainage. Use Organifer fertilizers and begin applying Organifer plant enhancers suitable for organic farming, such as Phytophthora concentrate, ten weeks after planting for optimal plant health.
5. Harvesting: Start harvesting approximately 90 days after planting for early varieties and 120 days for late varieties, depending on weather conditions and the potato variety. Use a digging machine or a fork to carefully lift the potatoes from the ground without damaging the tubers.

Storage

Store seed potatoes in a cool, dry, and dark place to prevent sprouting and spoilage. Ensure adequate ventilation to avoid moisture buildup and ethylene accumulation, which can cause mold and rot. Avoid storing potatoes near ethylene-emitting fruits, such as apples, as this can accelerate sprouting. Regularly inspect and remove any damaged potatoes to limit the spread of diseases. Use breathable storage materials, such as paper or fabric bags, to ensure proper air circulation.