That doesn't mean that keeping storage vegetables — and particularly root vegetables and tubers like potatoes — is out of the question. Looking for a solution, Steacy methodically tried two ...

Most storage crops need to be cured to enhance their storage potential. During the curing process, potatoes and sweet potatoes heal over small wounds to the skin, garlic and onions form a dry seal ...

Two potato storage experts give tips on how to minimise losses as we enter the 2020-21 storage period. Reports from agronomists suggest that levels of blackleg being seen in crops this year is ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. Potato storage has been making the headlines over the last 12 months, with rocketing energy prices causing the industry to rethink how they keep ...

The ideal storage temperature depends on variety, ranging from 6-10C. “This is quite a large range and is one area growers can look at to reduce their CIPC use,” he says. For potatoes destined ...