What a tuber! Originally imported from South America, mainly Peru, and initially regarded as a decorative plant, the potato saved a lot of people from starvation during the famines in Europe in the 16 th and 17 th centuries. Crop growing methods and consumption have evolved over time, and nowadays an official body is responsible for carrying out stringent controls aimed at preserving the potato's intrinsic qualities and ensuring its longevity. GM potatoes are prohibited in Europe. Hence we can rest assured that we are eating a healthy and authentic product .