How To Store Potatoes Long Term?

Choose mature, unbruised, unwashed potatoes

Cure freshly harvested potatoes in a dark, well-ventilated place for 1 to 2 weeks

Keep potatoes dry at all times

Store in complete darkness

Maintain a cool temperature, ideally 40 to 50°F

Use a breathable container such as a paper bag, cardboard box, or mesh sack

Keep potatoes in a well-ventilated area

Separate potatoes from onions and other produce that release moisture or gases

Remove any sprouting, soft, or rotten potatoes regularly

Avoid refrigeration unless the potatoes are cooked or processed

Do not wash potatoes before storing

Keep stored potatoes away from direct sunlight

Check storage conditions often for humidity and temperature changes

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