The nutrition of plants is known to have a substantial impact on the predisposition of plants to succumb to, or resist, pest and disease attack. K deficiency can result in cracks and lesions on fruits and leaves which not only provide an easy entrance for invading pathogens but also repel potential customers. Of course K is not the only nutrient that affects quality. It is balanced nutrition that increases resistance, lowers production costs, improves the product's appearance and reduces the risk of rejection. Again, quality starts in the field.
Potassium is a health factor for animals and humans, as well as plants.
The article claims that with food high in potassium one can easily and naturally lose surplus weight. Foods considered rich in potassium are potatoes, dried fruits, strawberries, avocado, beef, chicken breast, bananas and whole grain bread. Food Trade beyond 2000, Melbourne, Australia, 11-15 Oct. 1999. Qualit t und Ertrag von Zuckerr ben. Food Trade beyond 2000, Melbourne, Australia, 11-15 Oct. 1999.