Frying today. The humble potato is being celebrated in style.
It's International Potato Day on August 19 and what better way to celebrate than by looking back at potato-themed spuds from the Echo archives.
So here's our serving of potato picking, camping, hot potatoes and plenty more spuddy scenes from the past.
2. Ploughing in potatoes near Silksworth in 1947.
Ploughing in potatoes near Silksworth in 1947.
3. Hard at work
Better weather after a stormy spell meant farmers could do do more work in the fields in 1950. This Boldon scene shows potatoes being unearthed.
4. Delicious treats
Jack Reay was a familiar sight in 1947, selling hot potatoes in Bedford Street.
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