Trials are being conducted to investigate alternatives to Russet Burbank potatoes.
2025-06-30 00:00
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Russet Burbank remains the preferred potato variety among Canadian agronomists and consumers. McCain Foods, based in Chin, Alberta, is now collaborating with the Farming Smarter Association to evaluate alternative varieties for potential use in food processing. A research trial on a commercial scale is currently underway.
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