Brown Center and Hollow Heart of Potato
lowPotatophysiological
A rapid-growth disorder causing internal discoloration or a cavity at the tuber center.
Symptoms
Internal brown discoloration, or a hollow cavity, at the center of the tuber.
Favorable conditions
- •Rapid early tuber growth from irregular water or temperature
- •Wide seed spacing encouraging oversized tubers
Management
- 1Irrigate consistently
- 2Avoid over-fertilization that drives rapid early growth
- 3Use proper seed piece spacing
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