Extension: Potato, also known as potato and potato, is a kind of rhizome plant and one of the most important food crops in the world. It originated in the Andes in South America and was introduced to Europe and Asia by the Spanish. Nowadays, many countries in the world have extensive planting and consumption markets.

Potatoes are conical or oval, usually with brown or yellow skin, and the inside can be white, yellow or purple. Potatoes have many flavors, some are soft, some are dry and crisp. Its main nutrients include carbohydrates, dietary fiber, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin C and so on.

Potato is a very practical food and an indispensable part of food culture in many countries. In Europe, potatoes are often used to make crispy French fries and soft mashed potatoes; In South America, it is mainly baked potatoes with meat and various seasonings; In China, potatoes are usually used as vegetables instead of staple food. They can be fried, roasted, steamed, boiled and made into cakes.

Besides being used as food, potatoes have many other uses. In industry, potatoes can be used for wine, starch and biofuel. At the same time, because potatoes have strong hygroscopicity, they can also be used as moisture-proof agents and desiccants. In agriculture, potatoes have strong drought resistance, so planting potatoes in arid areas can effectively increase crop yield without taking up too much water. In addition, planting potatoes can also promote local economic development and improve the income and quality of life of local residents.