Did you know Colorado is one of the top 5 potato producing states in the US?

And did you know CSU breeds potatoes for the Colorado potato industry?

In fact, there is an entire line of fresh market, CSU-bred potatoes that are virtually unknown to farmers markets, CSAs, produce stands, restaurants, and other direct-to-consumer markets.

Now you can get this regionally adapted potato “seed” from CSU for direct-to-consumer sales and home gardener use!

Shipping Policy

All potatoes are shipped in 10, 25, or 50-pound units via UPS. For large bulk ordering options, please inquire via the contact form. We cannot provide exact quotes for shipping cost without an address and order quantity, as shipping cost varies by distance and weight.

Local Pickup Option

If you would like to pick up your seed potatoes, you can do so free of charge. Pickup location:

San Luis Valley Research Center
0249 E Road 9 N
Center, CO 81125

Planting Recommendations

When planted in rows 36” apart and 12” between plants in row, 10 lbs. will seed 80–100 feet, 110 lbs. will seed 1,000 feet, and 1,600 lbs. will seed an acre.

Numbered line selections

For those interested in growing numbered line selections, please note, you cannot resell numbered lines of seed potatoes as seed potatoes without express written permission from CSU.

Resources

CSU cultural information can be found in these publications:

• Vegetable Planting Guide
• Vegetable Gardening – Nitrogen Recommendations
• Vegetable Gardens: Soil Management and Fertilization