Greening of potato results in ______

🔑Key Points:
-The greening of potatoes is caused by the accumulation of chlorophyll due to the exposure of the tubers to sunlight which causes the development of the green pigment called Solanin.
-This green colour indicates an increase in glycoalkaloids. 
-Greening can occur at any stage throughout the potato supply chain and reduces the market value due to its poor colour, taste and cooking quality.
-It can be prevented by practising earthing up after every top dressing and by avoiding too much exposure to sunlight.
The development of solanine in green potatoes results in a decrease in nutritional quality that may upset digestion and cause discomfort