If stored like this, then potatoes will be safe for a long time.

The method of storing vegetables is very important for every farmer. If you do not know the proper method of storing the crop, then at times you may have to wash your hands with the crop in hand. However, the storage capacity of potato is more when compared to other vegetables. Potatoes can be protected from spoilage for several months if stored properly. After harvesting potatoes, the most important thing for it is its storage, so that not only can it be saved from spoilage, but its good price can also be taken at the right time. If you are a potato grower, then read carefully here the things to keep in mind while storing potatoes.

Things to keep in mind while storing potatoes.

• First of all, talking about the temperature, about 10 degree centigrade temperature is suitable for storing potatoes.

• 2 to 4 degree centigrade temperature is suitable for long storage of potatoes.

• Potatoes should not be kept in the refrigerator. This adversely affects the taste of potatoes.

• Always store potatoes in a well ventilated place.

• Select a quiet and dark place for the storage room.

• Do not store potatoes in a place where there is no air. This causes the potatoes to spoil quickly.

• The warehouse should be completely dry. If there is moisture in it, there is an adverse effect on potato storage and its safety.

• If you are storing potatoes in a box, keep a newspaper between each layer of potatoes.

• Keep inspecting the warehouse from time to time.

• If any potatoes are bad, take them out. So that other potatoes can also be saved from spoiling.

• Do not clean potatoes with water before storing. This increases moisture in the potato and reduces storage.

• If the potatoes start appearing green, brown, shriveled and have an odor, then take out such potatoes.

• Separate the sprouted potatoes as well.

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