Reasons and prevention methods of potato rot
Potatoes are potatoes, and currently have a wide planting area in China, which is already the country with the highest potato production in the world. However, when planting potatoes, it is common for potatoes to rot in the fields. So what is the reason for this? How to prevent it? Let's learn about it together.
Reasons for Potato Decay
1. Planting method: When planting potatoes, if the cut pieces do not meet the requirements, such as being too large or having no sprouts on the cut pieces, the seedlings after planting will be very fragile, and even unable to germinate, which will inevitably lead to potato rot.
2. A planting environment that is too humid can cause potatoes to rot because potatoes do not like environments with too much moisture. If the environment is too humid, the potato pieces will absorb too much moisture and burst and rot. It is also not suitable for planting in hot and humid environments, as potatoes can easily ferment, breed bacteria, and ultimately lead to decay.
3. Improper management: Some growers like to use weed compost in the field before planting potatoes, resulting in residual pathogens and ultimately causing the planted potatoes to become infected. Some growers also fail to handle the disease properly, which is one of the factors leading to secondary infection and rotting of potatoes.
4. Potato pests and diseases Once potatoes are affected by pests, they will rot. As potatoes are roots and roots that grow in the soil for a long time, they are easily destroyed by pests, including some pathogens, which are also important causes of potato rot. For example, ring rot disease can cause potatoes to rot from the surface to the interior.
Methods for preventing potato rot
1. When cutting potato seeds, it is important to note that if there are no buds on the cut pieces, there is no need to plant them. In addition, special attention should be paid when cutting potato seeds to ensure that each potato seed has buds.
2. Pay attention to the water accumulation, and cut potato pieces are very fragile. If you are not careful, you may be susceptible to bacterial invasion. If there is a lot of water accumulation in the soil, the cut will be invaded by water, resulting in a large number of bacteria that erode the potatoes and cause decay. Before planting, it is necessary to first understand the moisture level of the soil, then water it properly, and also pay attention to the issue of precipitation.
3. Potato Seed Disinfection: When planting potatoes, some potato seeds may already have bacteria, but they cannot be seen before planting. After planting, these bacteria will rapidly develop and spread. So before planting potatoes, it is necessary to disinfect the potato seeds and pay attention to proper disinfection, which requires special attention from the growers.
4. When planting, the temperature should not be too high. Temperature is an inevitable problem. If the temperature is too high, bacteria will become very active, and decay will occur, which is extremely detrimental to the growth of potatoes. Even if there are no bacteria in potato seeds, they may still exist in the soil. Only when the temperature is controlled well, these bacteria will die faster.
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The above is an introduction to the causes and prevention methods of potato rot. Potatoes are a commonly grown crop, and in order to effectively ensure their quality and yield, it is necessary to do well in these management methods and techniques.
