Potatoes don't sprout by accident—timing is everything. A newly identified microRNA, named stu-miR319c, has been found to play a pivotal role in telling potato tubers when to break dormancy and ...

Potatoes are a versatile and popular ingredient, but they often sprout prematurely, leading to waste. Instead of storing them in the fridge or a cupboard, there's an unusual method that can keep ...

Potatoes stay edible for 6 months without sprouting if they're stored in unusual location Storing spuds correctly can make them last for months, and even half a year, before they sprout and go green.

If you want to grow your very own potatoes then make sure to save your old sprouting spuds - an expert explains how to plant them quickly and easily in time for summer ...

Potatoes will last longer and won't sprout if they're stored using 'life-changing' method One simple storage hack could prevent potatoes from sprouting eyes, shoots and roots.

Sprouted potatoes can be safe to eat with small sprouts if they are firm and have no green spots. However, if the potato is soft, wrinkled, or has num ...

Potatoes will stay fresh longer when stored in 1 place that 'slows down sprouting process' Potatoes are a versatile kitchen staple used in many recipes, but they can quickly spoil or sprout if not ...

Although potatoes are known for their relatively long shelf life, they eventually start sprouting, like most tubers or edible bulbs, or they become seriously soft. Fortunately, there's a trick to slow ...

News Health Hacks Simple potato storage hack will stop spuds from sprouting for longer using household item A lifestyle expert has shared a series of fruit and veg hacks, including one that will ...

A lifestyle guru has shared a series of simple storage hacks including one to prevent potatoes from sprouting and keep them fresh - and all you need is a particular fruit ...