How many pounds of potato per acre

Potato yield per acre

Potatoes are very high-yield crops. Under normal circumstances, the yield per mu is about 3,000-5,000 jin. However, under scientific management, the best yield per mu can reach 8,000 jin. The specific yield is still closely related to the environment and variety.

Potato Farming Profits

The planting cost of potato per mu is about 2,000 yuan, and the current market price is around 0.6-1.2 yuan per catty. After deducting the cost, the profit per mu can reach about 3,000 yuan.

In recent years, the demand for potatoes has been increasing year by year. It has good palatability and suits the tastes of many people. In addition to being eaten, it can also be used in food processing, textile and other industries. The market prospects are very good.

High-yield planting technology of potato

1. Careful cultivation

Potatoes should be planted in fertile, flat areas with convenient irrigation and drainage. The soil should be plowed more than 30 cm deep before the beginning of winter to allow the soil to freeze and weather. Note that the previous crop cannot be a Solanaceae crop.

2. Germination and sowing

Potatoes need to be cut into pieces to germinate before planting. They should be placed in the sun for 2-3 days to dry. After the rotten potatoes are removed, they should be cut into pieces. They can be planted when the small sprouts grow to about 3 cm.