Carbon Neutral Potatoes

The first carbon neutral potatoes hit UK supermarket shelves in October 2021.

Potatoes are being recognised more widely for their lower environmental impact compared to grain crop staples.

Potatoes have proven themselves an efficient and sustainable source of calories. A World Potato Market report says potatoes will play a major role in feeding the world, using fewer resources and requiring less land than other foods.

This article in Issue 04 of PotatoLink magazine goes on to explain that high yields per hectare contribute to potatoes scoring well on environmental impact. Potatoes produce less carbon dioxide, leach fewer nitrates and require less water to grow than legumes, wheat or rice.