10 Fun Facts About North Carolina Potatoes

Did you know that North Carolina produces more than 18,500 acres of potatoes for commercial consumption?

Rachel Graf
Posted on May 12, 2021

Scroll through the slideshow to learn 13 fun facts about North Carolina potatoes:

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A potato is about 80% water.

North Carolina potato facts — iStock/Sandi Makowski

See more: International Trade Revolutionizes North Carolina’s Sweet Potato Industry

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Sources: North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Potatoes USA