Potato Compost

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    Can compost used to grow potatoes in bags be used again for same purpose.
     
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    No, don't use it to grow potatoes (or tomatoes) again. There will be a build up of bugs in the compost so you are better off buying some new. You can recycle you compost as a mulch around the garden or use it for growing radishes, lettuces etc :dbgrtmb:
     
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