Effect of Calcium Nutrition on Decay of Summer Sown Seed Potatoes
Report published by Hort Innovation. This is a final research report from Hort Innovation’s historical archives. The content and recommendations within them may be superseded by more recent research.
Previous reports suggested calcium application could reduce tuber loss or allow enough time for crop establishment. This 2003 report found the most common cause of decay was identified as bacterial soft rot (Erwinia carotivora). Calcium fertiliser levels and tuber calcium content was explored in this report alongside the importance of sourcing clean certified seed.
