Revolutionizing potato farming in Gansu: 72% yield increase with new techniques!
The study looked at different ways to grow more potatoes in dry areas of Gansu. They found that planting in ridges and furrows can increase potato yield by 72% and income by 1,050 yuan per hectare. Planting in beds during the seeding stage can increase yield by 36% compared to flat planting. The best amount of fertilizer to use is 675 kg per hectare, and the ideal planting density is 4.8×104 plants per hectare.