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Practical tips to prevent sprouting during potato storage

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To prevent potatoes from sprouting during storage, the following methods can be used. (1) In the late growth stage (2-3 weeks before harvest), spray 2-3g/kg of maleic hydrazide in the field: (2) 1 week before harvest, spray the whole plant with 0.5-1g/kg of 2,4,5-T to extend the dormancy period and storage period: (3) 2-3 weeks before harvest, mix 3g/kg of maleic hydrazide with 0.3g/kg of 2,4,5-T and spray the whole plant for a better sprout-prevention effect. (4) After the potatoes are harvested, spray methyl naphthaleneacetate onto dry soil, then mix the potatoes with the dry soil

To prevent potatoes from sprouting during storage, the following methods can be used. (1) In the late growth stage (2-3 weeks before harvest), spray 2-3g/kg of maleic hydrazide in the field: (2) 1 week before harvest, spray the whole plant with 0.5-1g/kg of 2,4,5-T to extend the dormancy period and storage period: (3) 2-3 weeks before harvest, mix 3g/kg of maleic hydrazide with 0.3g/kg of 2,4,5-T and spray the whole plant for a better sprout-prevention effect. (4) After the potatoes are harvested, spray methyl naphthaleneacetate onto dry soil, then mix the potatoes with the dry soil, using 10-15g of methyl naphthaleneacetate per 500kg of potato tubers. (5) Use a potato sprout inhibitor, applying 1.4kg of sprout inhibitor per 1000kg of potatoes, and spray it evenly on the surface of the potato pile to prevent sprouting.

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