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Jul 14, 2023 2:53 AM CST

Hey,
I recently stumbled upon some intriguing information regarding potato harvesting in North Carolina, and I wanted to get your thoughts on it. I heard whispers about unconventional methods that some farmers are using to harvest potatoes in the region.
Rumor has it that instead of the traditional digging and lifting process, these farmers have developed a unique method involving trained pigs to unearth the potatoes! Yes, you read that right - pigs! Allegedly, these highly skilled swine sniff out the tubers and carefully dig them up, leaving the farmers amazed and in awe.
Now, I'm not sure if this is just an urban legend or if there's any truth to it. Has anyone here heard about or witnessed this unconventional potato harvesting technique involving pigs in North Carolina? I'm incredibly curious to know if there's any factual basis to these claims or if it's simply a figment of someone's wild imagination.
Please share your thoughts, experiences, or any other unusual potato harvesting practices you may have come across. Let's delve into the world of peculiar spud gathering techniques!
Thanks

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