Caribou Russet
Maine-bred Russet for both fresh-market and processing. Released by University of Maine Extension.
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About this variety
Maine-bred Russet for both fresh-market and processing. Released by University of Maine Extension.
Caribou Russet is classified as a north america variety released in 2014, primarily used for fresh market, baking / roasting, frying / fries. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Where is Caribou Russet grown?
Caribou Russet is most commonly grown in North America, with original release from USA / University of Maine. The variety is commercially established within its regional context. Cultivation footprint reflects the variety's adaptation to local agroclimatic conditions and the breeding programme's regional focus.
Production data for the specific countries where Caribou Russet dominates is documented through CIP, USDA, AHDB, ICAR-CPRI, NAK Netherlands, and national agricultural agencies depending on origin. Cross-reference our country profiles for production context — see the global country index or specific producers in North America.
What is Caribou Russet best used for?
Caribou Russet is best suited to fresh market, baking / roasting, frying / fries. Maine-bred Russet for both fresh-market and processing. Released by University of Maine Extension.
End-use suitability is determined by specific gravity, flesh colour, dry-matter content, and reducing-sugar levels. Variety selection should match end-use specifications documented through breeder guidance and trial data. See the complete varieties guide for cross-variety comparison.
When was Caribou Russet released and by whom?
Caribou Russet was released in 2014 by USA / University of Maine. The variety belongs to the North America family of cultivars and reflects the breeding objectives of its origin programme — typically a combination of yield improvement, disease resistance, and end-use specification matching the dominant commercial demand of the period.
As a more recent release, Caribou Russet reflects modern breeding priorities — likely combining yield improvement with updated disease-resistance packages and end-use specification matching contemporary processor or retail demand.
How does Caribou Russet compare to similar varieties?
Within the North America family of cultivars, Caribou Russet is classified as a recent variety. Comparable varieties include Russet Burbank, Russet Norkotah, Ranger Russet — each with distinct breeding histories and end-use profiles. Cross-comparison data is available through our variety database.
For systematic comparison see the variety compare tool or browse all 237 varieties in our database. Each variety has its own dedicated profile with origin, traits, and uses documented from primary breeder sources.
Frequently asked questions about Caribou Russet
What is Caribou Russet potato?+
Caribou Russet is a north america potato variety released in 2014 originating from USA / University of Maine. Maine-bred Russet for both fresh-market and processing. Released by University of Maine Extension.
What is Caribou Russet potato best used for?+
Caribou Russet is best suited to fresh market, baking / roasting, frying / fries. Maine-bred Russet for both fresh-market and processing. Released by University of Maine Extension.
When was Caribou Russet released?+
Caribou Russet was released in 2014. The variety is classified as north america (Recent).
Where is Caribou Russet grown?+
Caribou Russet is most commonly grown in North America, with original release from USA / University of Maine. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.
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.