Growing excellence since 1875
Welcome to Cullen Allan. One of the UK’s most established names in seed potatoes.
Rooted in tradition, shaped by generations of expertise, and driven by an appetite for innovation.
Cullen Allan can trace its trading history back to 1875 and is one of the longest‑established potato businesses in the UK, evolving from a family enterprise into a trusted partner for growers, merchants, and retailers. It specialises in high‑quality, generation‑controlled seed potatoes grown from disease‑tested mini tubers by selected farmers in Scotland and Northern Ireland, offering both proven free varieties and unique genetics from its in‑house breeding programme.
Working alongside ware potato suppliers, Cullen Allan helps bring potatoes to market across the UK as well as importing new‑season supplies from key regions such as Cyprus and Spain. With an integrated, open approach and full traceability, it provides more than potatoes: seed production with generation control, variety trials and new variety marketing, import and export services, mini tuber production, and technical support tailored to customer needs.
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Premium Varieties
Carefully selected and developed varieties that deliver exceptional performance across different growing conditions and market requirements.
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Research-Based
All our variety recommendations are backed by extensive field trials and scientific research to ensure reliable, consistent results.
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Detailed Information
Comprehensive variety data including disease resistance, maturity, yield potential, and market suitability information.
Seed varieties ready for every market
Our portfolio covers the full spectrum of potato uses; from chipping and crisping to table and export markets. We produce high-quality, certified seed that’s adapted to modern farming systems, helping you achieve great results with fewer inputs.
Our portfolio includes:
- Ware & Table Varieties – dependable, flavour-forward options for the UK table market.
- Processing Varieties – consistent fry colour, strong dry matter, and excellent storage potential.
- Specialty & Breeding Lines – unique, high-performing varieties developed through our targeted breeding programmes.
- Organic & Sustainable Options – producing strong yields with reduced impact on crop protection needs.
We continue to trial promising new lines every season, combining field performance with market demand to help shape the next generation of potatoes.
Featured Varieties
Discover some of our most popular and successful potato varieties
Early Maincrop
High-yielding varieties perfect for commercial production with excellent disease resistance.
Specialty Colors
Unique red and specialty colored varieties that stand out in premium markets.
Processing Quality
Varieties optimized for processing with consistent quality and excellent storage characteristics.
Ready to Find Your Perfect Variety?
Explore our comprehensive database with detailed information on over 30 potato varieties, complete with resistance data, growing characteristics, and market recommendations.
Trusted Partners in Agriculture
Working with leading agricultural organisations to bring you the best varieties