Aker's West Virginia

Beefsteak tomato. Indeterminate growth habit. Oblate, red tomato with strong ribbing at the stem end. Fasciation, cat-face appearance common. Moderately recessed stem end. Severe radial cracking on most fruit. Slightly inserted stigmas. Regular leaves. Fruit measure 1.8-2.8" long by 3.3-4.5" wide and weigh 8-14oz. Good flavor; tangy with a slightly smoky flavor; medium acidity; meaty; thick skin. Afflicted by septoria; very late maturing; low productivity when grown in 2013 at Heritage Farm. Acquired by SSE from Bill Minkey (WI MI B) who received the variety in 1996 from Carolyn Male (NY MA C). SSE Accession # 126559