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By Walrus

Manchester area, United Kingdom

After last years bit of a disaster with all the rain we had I was wondering if all the rain we have had/are having, will potato blight strike again? I live in the Manchester area if this helps.



  • Question asked on 13 Aug, 2008

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spritzhenry
Spritzhenry
 

I haven't heard of any as yet... Fingers crossed!

13 Aug, 2008

Wyeboy
Wyeboy
 

Blight has struck here in Herefordshire.

14 Aug, 2008

spritzhenry
Spritzhenry
 

Oh dear! I expect we'll all get it then!

14 Aug, 2008

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