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Tuber damage during harvest

Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming

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What causes Tuber damage during harvest?

Yams can grow very deep. Pulling the vine or using a sharp spade carelessly will snap or slice the fragile tuber.

How to treat Tuber damage during harvest

Eat damaged yams immediately, as cuts invite rot and prevent long-term storage.

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How to prevent Tuber damage during harvest

Grow in deep, loose soil or large grow bags. Dig carefully with hands or a blunt trowel starting from the outside edge of the pot.

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