Effect of Potassium and Boron levels on yield and quality of Potato

Potato (Solanum tuberosum.L) family-Solanaceae, the king of vegetables, has emerged as one of the most important food crops of India.. Bihar, the land of Rivers and Riches, is also a natural abode of some of the best varieties of potatoes.They are acclaimed around the globe as the power of energy.Among the food crops potato ranks fourth after rice, wheat and maize.The vegetable, basket is incomplete without this king of vegetables, a sustaining force and a culinary delight.The power of potatoes is known for sustaining millions of lives by providing nutritious food in times of war and hunger.The high production potential per unit area, high nutritional value, and great taste make potatoes one of the most important food crops in the world.The tantalizing taste of nutrient-rich potato makes it an essential part of every breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the world over, an array of delicious dishes made from potato speaks about the varieties it offers to the plate.Full of energy, and providing carbohydrates, potatoes are low in fat, content.Potato is a lowcalorie food; it is a rich source of protein, minerals, vitamins, and superior dietary ibers.To cater to needs of people of different ages, sections and strata of society, potato is eaten in various forms of delicacies-fried and non fried ones.The population in south Asian countries including India, especially eastern UP, Bihar, and Orrisa suffer from mal-nutrition.For the supply of minerals like phosphorus, calcium, and iron potatoes play a leading role, in carbohydrates, iber, fat, and vitamin production.Potatoes also surpass the major crops of Bihar and the country as a whole.