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Latin AmericaIconicReleased 2002

BRS Ana

EMBRAPA Brazilian variety bred for both fresh and frying markets. Widely planted in southern Brazil.

At a glance

Origin
Brazil / EMBRAPA (2002)
Region
Latin America
Released
2002
Classification
Iconic

Best uses

Frying / FriesAll-purpose

About this variety

EMBRAPA Brazilian variety bred for both fresh and frying markets. Widely planted in southern Brazil.

BRS Ana is classified as a latin america variety released in 2002, primarily used for frying / fries, all-purpose. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.

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Frequently asked questions about BRS Ana

What is BRS Ana potato?+

BRS Ana is a latin america potato variety released in 2002 originating from Brazil / EMBRAPA. EMBRAPA Brazilian variety bred for both fresh and frying markets. Widely planted in southern Brazil.

What is BRS Ana potato best used for?+

BRS Ana is best suited to frying / fries, all-purpose. EMBRAPA Brazilian variety bred for both fresh and frying markets. Widely planted in southern Brazil.

When was BRS Ana released?+

BRS Ana was released in 2002. The variety is classified as latin america (Iconic).

Where is BRS Ana grown?+

BRS Ana is most commonly grown in Latin America, with original release from Brazil / EMBRAPA. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.

Sources & methodology

Variety profiles aggregate data from CIP Lima genebank, ICAR-CPRI variety catalogue, EU Common Catalogue, USDA PVPO, AHDB Potato Variety Database, NIAB, NAK Netherlands, the Potato Pedigree Database, national breeding programmes (CAAS, EARO, BARI, INTA, EMBRAPA, INIFAP, IHAR-PIB, VNIIKKH), and peer-reviewed literature in Potato Research and the American Journal of Potato Research.

Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Potatopedia editorial team.

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