Farmers: Store Potatoes for Years Without Cold Storage, Boost Profits!
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News18•28-01-2026, 11:20
Farmers: Store Potatoes for Years Without Cold Storage, Boost Profits!
- •Madhya Pradesh farmers often sell potatoes immediately after harvest, leading to low prices due to market oversupply.
- •Storing potatoes for 5-6 months until the rainy season can lead to significantly higher profits.
- •Farmer consultant Anupam Chaturvedi advises proper field preparation for long-term potato storage.
- •Applying a balanced amount of potash during cultivation is crucial to increase storage capacity and prevent rot.
- •Cutting potato plants before harvesting is also an important step to maintain tuber quality for extended storage.
Why It Matters: Farmers can store potatoes long-term without cold storage by using potash and proper field practices.
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