Prince Edward Island Potatoes are packaged to standards set by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Grades are
based on size, shape, maturity, freedom from dirt, blemishes and disease. Only a small percentage of
defects are tolerated. Potatoes are not graded for cooking quality. Grades are as follows:
Size Range (diameter) of Potatoes
| |
LONG TYPE POTATO |
ROUND TYPE POTATO |
| mm |
inches |
mm |
inches |
| Canada #1 |
51 - 89 |
2 - 3½* |
57 - 88 |
2¼ - 3½ |
| 19 - 41 |
¾ - 1 5/8 |
19 - 41 |
¾ - 1 5/8 |
| Canada #1 Chef |
70 -114 |
2¾ - 4½ |
70 - 114 |
2¾ - 4½ |
| Canada #1 Large |
76 - 114 |
3 - 4½ |
76 - 114 |
3 - 4½ |
| Canada #2 |
44 - 114 |
1¾ - 4½** |
44 - 114 |
1 ¾ - 4 1/3 |
* provided 60% have a minimum diameter of 57mm (2 ¼")
** provided 75% have a minimum diameter of 51mm (2")
New Round type potatoes may have a minimum size of 48mm (1 7/8"). They are sold on or before
September 15th.
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