Variety Obama
A strong seed potato variety with good yield, wide climate adaptability and excellent market acceptance. Represented by STAMAGRI BV in cooperation with Selectiebedrijf Kooi BV.
Obama
Cross: FOB1992-120-009 x Carrera. Breeder: P. Tigchelaar / Fobek. Early, attractive table potato with high tuber set, suitable for Northern Europe and Balkan regions.
| Variety | Obama |
|---|---|
| Type | Table and seed potato |
| Cross | FOB1992-120-009 x Carrera |
| Breeder | P. Tigchelaar / Fobek |
| Maturity | 8 — early |
| Tuber shape | Oval |
| Skin colour | Light yellow |
| Flesh colour | Light yellow |
| Eye depth | 8 — shallow |
| Tuber size | 8 — large |
| Tuber uniformity | 8 — uniform |
| Tubers per plant | 11-15 — average |
| Inspection | NAK (Netherlands General Inspection Service) |
| Representative | STAMAGRI BV |
| Availability | On request — contact Milo Stam |
| Export | Morocco, Greece, Spain, Germany, France, Eastern Europe |
Variety qualities
| Dormancy | 8 — long |
|---|---|
| Underwater weight | 340 |
| Dry matter % | 18.71 |
| Starch % | 12.87 |
| Cooking type | A - AB (firm to fairly firm) |
| Discolouration | 8 — none |
| Frying suitability | Excellent for early home fries — outstanding frying quality and flavour |
Resistances and tolerances
| Potato cyst nematode | Ro1,4,5 — AFG |
|---|---|
| Wart disease | 1 — immune |
| Late blight foliage | 5.5 — moderately resistant |
| Late blight tuber | 5 — susceptible |
| PVY | 7 — moderately resistant |
| Spraing | 7 — resistant |
| Common scab | 7 — resistant |
| Fusarium | 6 — susceptible |
| Alternaria | 6 — moderately resistant |
| Drought tolerance | 7 — moderately tolerant |
| Heat tolerance | 7.5 — moderately tolerant |
Cultivation and storage
Pre-treatment and planting
- Obama has long dormancy — plant at the white sprout tip stage
- Plant at soil level depth, not in cold soil
- Treat tubers against Rhizoctonia, Fusarium and silver scurf
Planting distances
| Seed size | 28/35 | 35/55 | 55/65 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant spacing | 20-25 cm | 25-30 cm | 30-35 cm |
Fertilisation
- N: ± 190 kg (incl. N-min 150 kg pre-planting, optional 40 kg top dressing)
- P, K: normal — based on soil analysis
- Trace elements (Mg, Mn, Ca, Bo) as foliar feed for growth and quality
Cultivation
- Good canopy development with large leaves
- Fairly heat-resistant but needs timely watering
- Use Sencor for pre-emergence, also possible post-emergence at low dosage
- Standard late blight spraying, shift to tuber protection later in season
Haulm killing, harvest and storage
- Allow sufficient skin set after haulm destruction
- Quick drying after harvest to prevent silver scurf (use heaters if needed)
- Gradually lower storage temperature to 5-7°C, prevent condensation
- Treat tubers against storage diseases
Key properties
FAQ — Obama seed potato
Where can I buy Obama seed potatoes?
Obama seed potatoes are available from STAMAGRI BV in 't Zand, North Holland, Netherlands. We supply NAK-certified seed potatoes to growers domestically and export to Morocco, Greece, Spain, Germany, France and Eastern Europe. Contact Milo Stam for availability and pricing.
What is the yield of Obama potatoes?
Obama is a high-yielding seed potato variety that performs well across diverse climate zones. The variety combines high yield with good storability, making it popular among growers worldwide.
Which countries grow Obama seed potatoes?
Obama seed potatoes are grown in the Netherlands and exported to growers in Morocco, Greece, Spain, Germany, France and various Eastern European countries. The variety performs well in both Mediterranean and temperate climate zones.
What is the difference between Obama and Festo?
Obama and Festo are both seed potato varieties represented by STAMAGRI BV on behalf of Selectiebedrijf Kooi BV. Obama stands out for its wide climate adaptability and high yield. Both varieties are NAK-certified and suitable for export.
Obama harvest — high tuber set
Obama cultivation — field rows
Obama field in full growth
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