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A farmer in the Plains of Kotar broke the record for potatoes
Croatia🏛️ PoliticsCenter3 hr. ago

A farmer in the Plains of Kotar broke the record for potatoes

A farmer from Smilčić, Nikola Arbanas, has set a record by producing 35 kilograms of marketable potatoes from just one kilogram of seed potatoes, achieving a threefold yield compared to average production. This exceptional harvest occurred on fertile land in the Ravnih Kotar region, where he planted potatoes in previously unused soil that had been covered by ice and young trees. The potatoes were described as large, sweet, and pesticide-free, prompting local journalists to taste them. Arbanas emphasizes the importance of choosing domestic products over imported ones and expresses hope that his success will encourage others to prioritize locally grown food. He plans to focus entirely on potato farming next year.

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Večernji list logoVečernji listIndependentCenter3 hr. ago
One of Nicola's potatoes fed the whole family, revealed the secret of the crop: 'I think that's the reason'

Nikola Arbanas, a farmer from Ravnih Kotari, achieved an exceptional potato harvest this year, producing 35 kilograms of edible potatoes from just one kilogram of seed potatoes—a record for the region. His yield was significantly higher than usual, with some individual tubers weighing over 75 grams. Arbanas attributes his success to planting potatoes on previously unused land that had been covered by ice and previously hosted chestnut trees. He emphasizes that his potatoes are pesticide-free and advocates for consumers to choose locally grown products over imported ones. Arbanas also grows cherries and plans to invest more in potato farming in the coming years.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on agricultural achievement and does not present any overtly political stance, framing the story objectively with quotes from the farmer and no apparent ideological emphasis.

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija) logoHRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenteryesterday
A farmer in the Plains of Kotar broke the record for potatoes

A farmer from Smilčić, Nikola Arbanas, has set a record by producing 35 kilograms of marketable potatoes from just one kilogram of seed potatoes, achieving a threefold yield compared to average production. This exceptional harvest occurred on fertile land in the Ravnih Kotar region, where he planted potatoes in previously unused soil that had been covered by ice and young trees. The potatoes were described as large, sweet, and pesticide-free, prompting local journalists to taste them. Arbanas emphasizes the importance of choosing domestic products over imported ones and expresses hope that his success will encourage others to prioritize locally grown food. He plans to focus entirely on potato farming next year.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of a successful farmer's achievement without overtly promoting any political agenda. While it highlights the benefits of domestic agricultural products, it does not take a clear stance on broader economic or political issues related to agriculture or trade. It

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