Potatoes are vegetables, but they contain a lot of starch (carbohydrate) that make them more like rice, pasta and bread in terms of nutrition. Much like rice, wheat and maize (corn) , potato crops are an important part of the world’s diet. The word potato comes from the Spanish word patata. Potato plants are usually pollinated by insects such as bumblebees. Potatoes contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. Different types of potatoes There are thousands of different potato varieties but not all are commercially available, popular ones include Russet, Yukon Gold, Kennebec, Desiree and Fingerling. While the role of genetic modification is up for debate, research has led to genetically modified potato varieties that have potential benefits such as increased protein and resistance to viruses. Based on 2010 statistics, China is the leading producer of potatoes. Potatoes don’t store very well after purchase but they are relatively easy to grow. Potato storage facilities
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