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<blockquote data-quote="Lycanthrope" data-source="post: 448199" data-attributes="member: 562">ive never grown a lot of varieties to compare honestly. heres an AI answer:Yes, grocery store potatoes can work for seed, but there are a few things to consider. They’re not specifically grown for planting, so they might not perform as well as certified seed potatoes. Grocery potatoes are often treated with sprout inhibitors to extend shelf life, which can delay or prevent sprouting. If they’re not treated (check for sprouting in the bag), they can still grow into plants.The bigger issue is disease risk. Seed potatoes from a supplier are certified disease-free, while store-bought ones might carry pathogens like blight or viruses that could affect your crop or soil. If you’re just experimenting or don’t have access to seed potatoes, give it a shot—cut them into pieces with at least one &quot;eye&quot; (sprout point), let the cuts dry for a day or two to avoid rot, and plant them. Just don’t expect the same yield or reliability as with proper seed stock.People have grown potatoes this way successfully, especially organic ones, since they’re less likely to be treated. Your call based on how serious you are about the harvest!</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Lycanthrope, post: 448199, member: 562"] ive never grown a lot of varieties to compare honestly. heres an AI answer: Yes, grocery store potatoes can work for seed, but there are a few things to consider. They’re not specifically grown for planting, so they might not perform as well as certified seed potatoes. Grocery potatoes are often treated with sprout inhibitors to extend shelf life, which can delay or prevent sprouting. If they’re not treated (check for sprouting in the bag), they can still grow into plants. The bigger issue is disease risk. Seed potatoes from a supplier are certified disease-free, while store-bought ones might carry pathogens like blight or viruses that could affect your crop or soil. If you’re just experimenting or don’t have access to seed potatoes, give it a shot—cut them into pieces with at least one "eye" (sprout point), let the cuts dry for a day or two to avoid rot, and plant them. Just don’t expect the same yield or reliability as with proper seed stock. People have grown potatoes this way successfully, especially organic ones, since they’re less likely to be treated. Your call based on how serious you are about the harvest! [/QUOTE]

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