Potato

Rules for growing potatoes in bags
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The traditional method of cultivating potatoes requires a lot of space, so farmers who have small plots often resort to the not entirely traditional, but very effective method of planting potatoes in bags. Such ...

What to do if potato tubers become crumbly during cooking, and why this happens
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Potatoes are among the most popular foods around the world. It is consumed both as an independent dish and as an additional ingredient. Some varieties become crumbly when cooked, but this...

What to do if potatoes rot in the cellar, why this happens and how to prevent the problem
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Quite often, vegetable growers are faced with the problem of potatoes rotting after harvesting. This occurs due to the development of pathogenic microorganisms. If planted, harvested and stored incorrectly, the harvest will be lost. Therefore it is important to know that...

Step-by-step guide to growing potatoes in boxes
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Potatoes are one of the most popular vegetable crops, grown in all regions. To get a big harvest, you need not only to choose the right variety, but also to put a lot of effort into caring for...

What is potato starch used for and what can be made from it?
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Potato starch is a carbohydrate formed in the tuber as a result of photosynthesis. Under the influence of sunlight, a chemical process is started in the leaves of the plant, the purpose of which is to create ...

Step-by-step instructions: how to insulate a potato storage box on the balcony
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Potatoes have become an integral part of the diet of many people. In winter, the vegetable becomes more expensive, and it becomes important to create a design that allows you to keep it fresh until spring. An excellent replacement for a cellar in the city is a balcony or loggia, on ...

How to properly store potatoes and what temperature they can withstand
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In the fall, after harvesting, summer residents are faced with the task of preserving vegetables for the winter, and in particular potatoes, because not everyone has equipped cellars. Don't be upset: leave the potatoes for the winter...

How to get rid of weeds on potatoes using Lapis lazuli or its analogues
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To get a rich potato harvest, it is necessary to constantly fight weeds. These plants not only take away nutrients and moisture, but also cause diseases, pest invasions, damage to the marketable appearance and reduced yields. To protect...

What is good about a mesh potato bag and how to use it correctly
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In the summer we enjoy young potatoes, in the fall we stock up for the winter. Those who have their own garden are looking for cost-effective packaging options. Buyers want to see exactly what they are buying. Entrepreneurs who sell...

How to make dried potatoes at home
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In one tourist song there are the words: “People walk around the world... They seem to need a little,” to which I would like to add: “If only there were dry potatoes, the path would be easier.” Dried potatoes -...

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