Potatoes plant population
- Typical range: 14,000 to 20,000 seed pieces per acre
- Example spacing: 36 in between rows and 10 in between plants
- Reference weight of 1,000 seeds: 56,700 g
With 36-inch rows and a seed piece every 10 inches you plant about 17,400 pieces per acre. With 2-ounce seed pieces and 95 % emergence, that is roughly 2,300 pounds of seed potatoes per acre.
In this calculator, the "weight of 1,000 seeds" for potatoes is the weight of 1,000 seed pieces: 56,700 g if each piece weighs 2 ounces.
These are reference values and change with variety, management and region. For your field, check the seed company recommendation or your local extension service.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds of seed potatoes per acre?
Usually 1,800 to 2,500 pounds per acre, depending on seed piece size and spacing.