Now is a great time for unearthing potatoes. VegetablesAt this time of year, potatoes can be earthed up easily when the soil has been softened by rain. Potatoes can be grown successfully without this step, but hoeing the soil from between rows on to the bases of the plants prevents the tubers being exposed to air and turning green. Green potatoes have high concentrations of a glycoalkaloid poison, solanine, and should never be eaten. Main-crop potatoes, such as Red Rascal, Heather and Agria, can be planted and good crops should be produced in soils that retain moisture through to late summer.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 10, 2016 17:04 UTC