Seed potatoes are specially grown potatoes used for planting to produce new potato crops. Unlike regular potatoes, they are certified to be disease-free and are selected for their quality. These potatoes can be whole or cut into pieces, each containing at least one "eye," which is a bud that can sprout into a new plant. When planting seed potatoes, they are typically placed in the soil during the spring. As they grow, they develop into potato plants, which eventually produce tubers that can be harvested. Proper care and conditions are essential for a successful yield of potatoes.