If roots like ginger and potato grow in dirt, why are there almost never worms in those that I buy in the grocery store?

Question

I tried growing fresh ginger a few times in dirt (often after letting it dry up for a few hours. usually a few seconds in worms start trying to decompose it and I find many univited guests munching kn kt. How the hell do farmers get these roots not worm infested?

In: Biology

Answer 1

Farmers use various methods to prevent worm infestations, such as crop rotation, pesticides, and careful harvesting techniques. Additionally, the roots are often thoroughly cleaned and stored in controlled environments before being sold in grocery stores.