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Research Project: Improving Potato Postharvest Quality by Identifying and Manipulating Molecular Processes Regulating Tuber Dormancy and Wound-Healing

Location: Potato, Pulse and Small Grains Quality Research

Title: Optimizing pre-planting curing conditions of cut seed tubers

Author
item Dogramaci, Munevver
item DIPAYAN, SARKAR - Oak Ridge Institute For Science And Education (ORISE)

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 10/14/2024
Publication Date: N/A
Citation: N/A

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Optimizing potato seed preparation practices particularly for fluctuating climates is essential to protect cut seed tubers from decaying in the field. Enhancing the formation of the protective suberized layer in the cut surfaces of seed tubers can provide a shield against biotic and abiotic stress. To develop alternative best practices for agronomically relevant potato cultivars (Russet Burbank, Dakota Russet, Bannock Russet) we conducted field and greenhouse-based research. We determined the impact of different pre-planting curing conditions (temperature and durations) on emergence, growth, and productivity of cut seed tubers. Microscopic evaluation was completed to confirm suberization of cut surfaces.