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"Chaudhry Nijjhar" wrote in message
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Hi,

I would like to know how one should preserve the potatoes? Should
the
soil be removed altogether or left? Does washing of potatoes make
them
prune to rotting?


Don't wash them only brush the dirt off lightly. Store in the dark
below
about 10 0C but not with frost. the place should be dry and well
ventilated.
I use a couple of layers of hessian sacks, which is fairly
traditional.
other breathable containers would probably work, but plastic probably
won't

Gill

A dark cool cellar and covered with straw would make an ideal storage
space, but it is unlikely that you will have such facilities. However,
that will give you a feeling of what is required. A cool, dark, garage
floor would also suffice.

Regards,
Emrys Davies.