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The flavor of small immature tubers compared with mature Katahdin tubers

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The flavor quality of seven immature potato samples (three varieties, four numbered selections) was found to be ‘equal to’ or ‘poorer than’ the flavor of mature Katahdin tubers stored for 10 months at 45 F (7.2 C). The samples were evaluated by a panel of 21 experienced judges.

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  1. Food Science Department, University of Maine, 04473, Orono, Maine

    Elizabeth F. Murphy (Professor), Ruth H. True (Research Associate) & J. M. Hogan (Chairman)

  2. Plant and Soil Sciences Department, University of Maine, 04473, Orono, Maine

    H. J. Murphy (Associate Professor)

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Murphy, E.F., True, R.H., Hogan, J.M. et al. The flavor of small immature tubers compared with mature Katahdin tubers. American Potato Journal 51, 115–118 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02851343

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