Potato growers across the Warren Blackwood have revealed their struggle to meet standards set by retail giants Coles and Woolworths.
Potato Growers Association and Vegetables WA executive officer Jim Turley said although growers could meet retail requirements in most years, turbulent weather in recent months had proved challenging.
“You’re going to get some discolouration and not the really white shiny skin you’re looking for in a potato,” he said.