Norchip
Long-running Midwest chip variety. Round white tubers; baseline for early-season chipping.
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About this variety
Long-running Midwest chip variety. Round white tubers; baseline for early-season chipping.
Norchip is classified as a north america variety released in 1967, 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.
Frequently asked questions about Norchip
What is Norchip potato?+
Norchip is a north america potato variety released in 1967 originating from USA / North Dakota State. Long-running Midwest chip variety. Round white tubers; baseline for early-season chipping.
What is Norchip potato best used for?+
Norchip is best suited to chips, processing / industrial. Long-running Midwest chip variety. Round white tubers; baseline for early-season chipping.
When was Norchip released?+
Norchip was released in 1967. The variety is classified as north america (Heritage).
Where is Norchip grown?+
Norchip is most commonly grown in North America, with original release from USA / North Dakota State. 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.