Kufri Chipsona-3
Improved chip variety. Higher dry matter, better acrylamide profile than Chipsona-1.
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About this variety
Improved chip variety. Higher dry matter, better acrylamide profile than Chipsona-1.
Kufri Chipsona-3 is classified as a south asia variety released in 2010, primarily used for chips, processing / industrial. 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 Kufri Chipsona-3 grown?
Kufri Chipsona-3 is most commonly grown in South Asia, with original release from India / ICAR-CPRI. 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 Kufri Chipsona-3 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 South Asia.
What is Kufri Chipsona-3 best used for?
Kufri Chipsona-3 is best suited to chips, processing / industrial. Improved chip variety. Higher dry matter, better acrylamide profile than Chipsona-1.
End-use suitability is determined by specific gravity, flesh colour, dry-matter content, and reducing-sugar levels. Processing-grade varieties typically require specific gravity ≥1.080 and low reducing sugars to support Maillard browning without producing dark or bitter products. See the complete varieties guide for cross-variety comparison.
When was Kufri Chipsona-3 released and by whom?
Kufri Chipsona-3 was released in 2010 by India / ICAR-CPRI. The variety belongs to the South Asia 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, Kufri Chipsona-3 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 Kufri Chipsona-3 compare to similar varieties?
Within the South Asia family of cultivars, Kufri Chipsona-3 is classified as a recent variety. Comparable varieties include Kufri Pukhraj, Kufri Jyoti, Kufri Chipsona-1 — 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 Kufri Chipsona-3
What is Kufri Chipsona-3 potato?+
Kufri Chipsona-3 is a south asia potato variety released in 2010 originating from India / ICAR-CPRI. Improved chip variety. Higher dry matter, better acrylamide profile than Chipsona-1.
What is Kufri Chipsona-3 potato best used for?+
Kufri Chipsona-3 is best suited to chips, processing / industrial. Improved chip variety. Higher dry matter, better acrylamide profile than Chipsona-1.
When was Kufri Chipsona-3 released?+
Kufri Chipsona-3 was released in 2010. The variety is classified as south asia (Recent).
Where is Kufri Chipsona-3 grown?+
Kufri Chipsona-3 is most commonly grown in South Asia, with original release from India / ICAR-CPRI. 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.