potatoes

Potato peelings should not end up in the bin, as they can benefit many plants

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Many of you will have heard that potato peelings can be used as an organic fertiliser for rural plantations. This is because they contain starch, potassium and other valuable minerals that nourish the plants abundantly. This method of fertilization is completely harmless, economical and helps protect the garden from beetles, grubs, snails and worms. Let’s …

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Known potato storage mistakes can spoil the entire crop in a matter of weeks

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An originally American crop brought to Europe only thanks to Christopher Columbus, it is one of the most common side dishes on the plate today. Potatoes are very popular all over the world as they taste great when cooked in many forms – as fries, chips and potato chips, boiled or baked. Whether we grow …

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