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Why does my potato have holes inside?

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Holes in potatoes are mainly caused by wireworms which are the larvae of click beetles. They tunnel into the potato tuber leaving a hole behind. Methods of control include crop rotation, traps, pesticides, and predatory nematodes. Holes in potatoes can also be caused by hollow heart conditions and white grubs. 16 июл. 2021 г.


Is it OK to eat potatoes with holes?

Eat or toss: As long as the holes are dry, you should be able to treat this like a regular potato. These worms don't take up residence in the potato. They aren't associated with disease transmission to humans.

What causes holes inside potatoes?

Hollow heart, sometimes called brown heart or sugar center, is found everywhere potatoes are grown and occurs when there is an abrupt change in growing conditions. It often has to do with lack of water causing slowed potato growth and stress, and then an abundance or overabundance of water.

Can you eat potato with hollow heart?

Potatoes with hollow heart are still edible, but refrain from eating if the inside is rotten or has a bad odour.

Do potatoes have worms in them?

Potato tuberworm adults are small moths that lay tiny oval eggs of white to yellow hue. Once hatched and full grown, the resulting larvae are caterpillars, which vary in color and feed upon leaves and stems. Potato tuberworm damage doesn't end there though.

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