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How Scottish potato growers are tackling PCN and blight with science and new techniques

A focus on science and changing consumer needs means that the Scottish potato industry is evolving to be fit for the future

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How Scottish potato growers are tackling PCN and blight with science and new techniques

A quarter of the UK's potato area is planted in Scotland with plantings split between 11,000 hectares of seed potatoes and 14,000 hectares of ware or fresh potatoes. The country's climate and reputation...

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