Yungay
Major Peruvian commercial variety. Pink eyes, white flesh; CIP-released, widely grown in central highlands.
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About this variety
Major Peruvian commercial variety. Pink eyes, white flesh; CIP-released, widely grown in central highlands.
Yungay is classified as a andean / native variety released in 1971, 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.
Where is Yungay grown?
Yungay is most commonly grown in Andean / Native, with original release from Peru / CIP. 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 Yungay 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 Andean / Native.
What is Yungay best used for?
Yungay is best suited to all-purpose, fresh market. Major Peruvian commercial variety. Pink eyes, white flesh; CIP-released, widely grown in central highlands.
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 Yungay released and by whom?
Yungay was released in 1971 by Peru / CIP. The variety belongs to the Andean / Native 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.
Variety persistence over multiple decades is unusual in modern agriculture; Yungay's continued commercial cultivation reflects either distinctive culinary characteristics or specific niche-market demand that newer varieties haven't displaced.
How does Yungay compare to similar varieties?
Within the Andean / Native family of cultivars, Yungay is classified as a iconic variety. Comparable varieties include Papa Amarilla, Papa Negra, Tunta / Chuño — 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 Yungay
What is Yungay potato?+
Yungay is a andean / native potato variety released in 1971 originating from Peru / CIP. Major Peruvian commercial variety. Pink eyes, white flesh; CIP-released, widely grown in central highlands.
What is Yungay potato best used for?+
Yungay is best suited to all-purpose, fresh market. Major Peruvian commercial variety. Pink eyes, white flesh; CIP-released, widely grown in central highlands.
When was Yungay released?+
Yungay was released in 1971. The variety is classified as andean / native (Iconic).
Where is Yungay grown?+
Yungay is most commonly grown in Andean / Native, with original release from Peru / CIP. 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.