Diamant
The most-grown variety in Bangladesh and a major variety across South Asia.
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Best uses
About this variety
The most-grown variety in Bangladesh and a major variety across South Asia.
Diamant is classified as a western europe variety released in 1982, primarily used for all-purpose, fresh market. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Frequently asked questions about Diamant
What is Diamant potato?+
Diamant is a western europe potato variety released in 1982 originating from Netherlands. The most-grown variety in Bangladesh and a major variety across South Asia.
What is Diamant potato best used for?+
Diamant is best suited to all-purpose, fresh market. The most-grown variety in Bangladesh and a major variety across South Asia.
When was Diamant released?+
Diamant was released in 1982. The variety is classified as western europe (Iconic).
Where is Diamant grown?+
Diamant is most commonly grown in Western Europe, with original release from Netherlands. 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.