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PLU 4727


Yellow Potato

"Savor the buttery flavor of sunny yellow potatoes"

A high-starch, yellow-skinned potato variety with a buttery, nutty flavor, it's perfect for boiling, roasting or making delicious mashed potatoes.

Also known as

Yellow Flesh Potatoes, Butter Potatoes

Botanical name

Solanum tuberosum

Yellow Potato illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4727

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

PotatoAll Sizes

Origin

South America, now cultivated globally

Temperature

4.4°C to 7.2°C (40°F to 45°F)

Shelf Life

4 to 6 weeks

Status

Approved

About Yellow Potato

Characterized by their smooth yellow skin and buttery yellow flesh, yellow potatoes have a waxy texture when boiled, and tend to retain their color when cooked. Rich in potassium and fiber, these spuds are perfect for a variety of culinary applications.

Nutrition Information

Per 100 grams of boiled yellow potato without skin, the nutrition facts are approximately as follows

Energy 70 kilocalories

Carbohydrates 16 grams

Fibers 2 grams

Sugars 0.2 grams

Protein 2 grams

Fat 0.1 grams

Sodium 1 milligram

Potassium 748 milligrams

Vitamin C 1 milligram

Vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams

Manganese 0.1 milligrams

Folate 6 micrograms

Copper 0.1 milligrams

Phosphorus 26 milligrams

Magnesium 10 milligrams

Storage & Handling

Yellow potatoes require consistent refrigeration, controlled humidity and proper ventilation to prevent moisture accumulation and decay

Temperature

4.4°C to 7.2°C (40°F to 45°F)

Humidity

85% to 90%

Packaging

Breathable bags, containers or crates to maintain humidity

Shelf Life

4 to 6 weeks

Storage Notes: Avoid exposing to light, maintain temperature consistency, handle carefully to prevent bruising

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4727Yellow PotatoSolanum tuberosumAll SizesVegetablesPotato

Details

Commodity Keypotato
VarietyYellow
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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