The famous Irish Potato Famine was thanks to farming practices and p. infestans (among other things). But are the Colorado Potato Beetle and the climate crisis teaming up to bring about the next potato famine? Here's what research suggests.

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A short history of the Irish Potato Famine which hit Ireland from 1844-1849. Perfect for students, life long learners and the cray cray on the internets.