POTATO growers must handle stored crops carefully to avoid the risk of rots developing, the Potato Council’s Sutton Bridge Experimental Unit (SBEU) has warned.
As harvest progresses, reports indicate crop quality entering stores is poorer than last season.
While some is satisfactory, there are also some potentially serious problems, especially in poorly-managed stores, said SBEU’s Glyn Harper.
“The key to keeping crops in good condition will be adequate ventilation, controlled temperature pull-down and close monitoring. You must avoid hot-spots and condensation developing.
Monitoring Potato Storage key to rot control
Like to receive news like this by email? Join and Subscribe!
Get the latest potato industry news straight to your WhatsApp. Join the PotatoPro WhatsApp Community!
Related News
七月 14, 2026
Post-Harvest Technology Emerges as a Key Driver of Sustainable Food Systems and Climate Goals
Advanced post-harvest technologies are helping cut food waste, reduce carbon emissions, improve storage efficiency, and strengthen sustainable food supply chains through AI, IoT, precision sorting, renewable energy, and smart cold storage solutions.
七月 12, 2026
Longer Potato Rotations Strengthen UK Farming with Higher Productivity and Sustainable Production
GB Potatoes reports that longer potato rotations are boosting UK production by improving soil health, controlling pests and diseases, and supporting sustainable farming. Research shows diverse rotations increase yields, food value & resilience.
七月 12, 2026
Zimbabwe Increases Potato Yields as Winter Expansion Faces Seed and Infrastructure Challenges
Zimbabwe harvested 100,055 t. of potatoes in the 2025/26 summer season, raising average yields to 29 t/ha. Expanding production to meet winter targets will depend on greater access to certified seed, irrigation, storage, processing, and investment.
