Certified seed - highly recommended Grown in N. U. S. and gives highest yields, quality. Whole tubers planted give less rotting 2. Weed control - herbicides. Harvesting - mechanical. Storage - clean, dry, uninjured tubers.
Potatoes are nutritious and high yielding.
A small field of potatoes can produce high yields and will provide much of the primary carbohydrate needs to feed a family. This crop has the potential to contribute in the war on hunger. As potatoes become more adapted to a wider range of climate and soils, the utilization of this crop will also increase. Explain the impact of this one-crop system. This page is maintained by Kara Mills .