Potatoes

Maine is only number 6 or 7 in potato exportation. Total Maine potato exports consist of 88% of the top ten exporter's crop. Maine's second largest export is potatoes. Maine produced 16,668 potatoes on May 15th, 2009.

Potatoes are considered non-living. They are plant tubers that contain starches and nutrients, but they do not exhibit characteristics of living organisms such as growth, reproduction, or response to stimuli.

This is because the potato, which is mostly water, is in a hypertonic solution (a solution with less water and more solute --here, sucrose-- than the potato). Since the solutions want to reach equilibrium (equal amounts of sucrose and water in both the solution and the potato), water diffuses out of the potato and sucrose diffuses into it. The potato loses its water weight, and sucrose doesn't replace the weight lost, the potato weighs less.

To find the cost of one pound of potatoes, we first convert the weight of the bag from pounds and ounces to just pounds. In this case, 5 pounds and 12 ounces is equal to 5.75 pounds. To find the cost per pound, we divide the total cost of $2.07 by 5.75 pounds, which gives us approximately $0.36 per pound.

No. Depending on the climate, potatoes should need irrigation only when the soil begins to dry out. If you water them to the point of saturation (a handful of soil, when squeezed, actually drips out water), they should be able to last at least 4 or 5 days. If a handful of soil will not stay in a solid "clump" when squeezed, THEN it's too dry and needs watered. Too much water can start fungal infestations ("rot").

Yes, baked potatoes are a popular dish in Poland. They are often served as a side dish with toppings such as sour cream, cheese, or chives. Baked potatoes can also be a common street food option in Poland.

When the skin turns green it means the potato was exposed to too much light. The green hue is an indicator that an alkaloid, called solanine, may be present under the skin of the potato. Solanine develops in potatoes when they are stored in the presence of light (which also encourages chlorophyll formation) and either at very cold or quite warm temperatures. It is toxic, however it would take a very large number of green potatoes to make you ill. This apllies to the green sprouts and skin.

Potato peels are starchy and can become gooey when mixed with water, which can clog the garbage disposal. Additionally, the fibrous texture of potato peels can wrap around the blades and damage the disposal unit. It's best to dispose of potato peels in the compost or trash instead.

When hot starches like potatoes are cooked, the starch granules swell and gelatinize, making some of their natural sugars more accessible. As the starch cools, it recrystallizes, locking in some of the sugar content. This can make the sugar content of cooked hot starches like potatoes higher than when they are cooled off.

It is not recommended to put potato peelings in a fireplace as they can produce a lot of smoke and can cause a buildup of creosote in the chimney, which could lead to a chimney fire. It is best to dispose of potato peelings in the trash or compost pile instead.

Yes, you can grow potatoes in Northeast Indiana. Potatoes grow best in loose, well-drained soil and prefer cooler temperatures, making them well-suited to the climate in Northeast Indiana. Be sure to plant them in early spring and harvest them when the plants start to flower for the best results.

Red streaks inside a russet potato are likely due to a natural phenomenon known as potato stress. This can occur when the potato is exposed to sunlight during growth, causing a reaction that leads to the development of red pigmentation in its flesh. It is safe to eat and does not affect the taste or quality of the potato.

Potatoes have 48 chromosomes while humans have only 46.

Mashed potatoes can taste sweet due to the presence of natural sugars in the potatoes that are released and caramelized during cooking. Additionally, some recipes may call for the addition of sweeter ingredients like butter or cream, which can also contribute to the sweet flavor.

Potatoes are most certainly not poisonous when they have eyes. The eyes just mean that they are able to reproduce. They are not harmful, but people tend to cut them out for visual beautification.

A potato sinks in water because its density is greater than that of water. This means that the weight of the potato is enough to overcome the buoyant force exerted by the water, causing it to sink.

Potato plants typically grow quite quickly, with some varieties taking about 70-90 days to reach maturity. Under optimal growing conditions, a potato plant can grow up to several inches in height within a week. Factors such as soil quality, temperature, water, and sunlight can influence the rate of growth.

Potato skins are typically worn by the actual potato itself as a protective outer layer. Once the potato is harvested and cooked, the skin is often removed and discarded before consumption.

The best method that I have used is after they are peeled, just cover them with water and some ice cubes and let them sit. As long as they are completely covered with water, they will not brown.

You cut a piece of the potato that contains 1-2 eyes. Usually this is done using left over storage potatoes that have begun spouting at the beginning of planting season in spring. These potatoes would have already been cured after the fall harvest and stored in a dark place with a temperature of 40degrees to prevent spoilage and sprouting till spring. The problem with potatoes bought from the supermarket is that unless it is already planting season they will rot by the time you need them.

Potatoes in Alaska are typically grown in areas with well-drained soil and ample sunlight. Regions like the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, Delta Junction, and the Kenai Peninsula are known for potato cultivation due to their favorable growing conditions and cooler temperatures which help to prevent pests and diseases.

The bag of potatoes weighs 5 pounds, which is equivalent to 80 ounces. The total weight of the bag of potatoes and the box of rice is 80 ounces (potatoes) + 32 ounces (rice) = 112 ounces.

Add the salt to the water before you add the potatoes.

If you are boiling potatoes with the intention of mashing them, don't add salt at all.

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