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An analysis of growth of the potato crop

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 March 2009

E. J. Allen  and
R. K. Scott
E. J. Allen
Affiliation:
Department of Agriculture (Crop Husbandry), University of Wales, Aberystwyth
R. K. Scott
Affiliation:
Broom's Barn Experimental Station, Higham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
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Summary

Linear relationships between both total and tuber dry-matter yields and the amount of radiation intercepted by potato crops are demonstrated. Their existence suggests that, in the absenceof disease and drought, the essential objective in the production of this crop is to maximize radiation interception. This paper critically assesses the influence of factors which the grower can control on light interception and estimates potential yields for specific environments. The implications of this analysis for growers, breeders, research and the whole industry are discussed.

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Research Article
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The Journal of Agricultural Science , Volume 94 , Issue 3 , June 1980 , pp. 583 - 606
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1980

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