SAI Platform launched its Regenerating Together Programme during its 2026 Annual Event in Saskatoon, bringing together industry partners to accelerate the practical implementation of regenerative agriculture across global food and agricultural supply chains.
July 09, 2026
SAI Platform launches Regenerating Together Programme at 2026 Annual Event
SAI Platform launched its Regenerating Together Programme during the 2026 Annual Event, bringing together industry partners to advance regenerative agriculture through practical implementation, collaboration and resilient production systems.
Experience innovation in action at the Mechanisation & Demo Fields — where the latest machines, practical tests, and shared knowledge bring the potato community together.
June 25, 2026
Potato Demo Day 2026 announces full programme and opens visitor registration
Potato Demo Day 2026 has opened visitor registration for its September event in Westmaas. The programme includes more than 120 exhibitors, 25 knowledge sessions, machinery demonstrations, a Startup Plaza and activities covering the potato value chain
Potato growers in South Africa face increasing pressure from climate volatility, rising production costs and changing crop protection requirements, highlighting the importance of innovation and digital agriculture
June 01, 2026
Innovation and resilience key to the future of South Africa potato production
In South Africa potatoes are the fourth most consumed staple food after maize, wheat, and rice. They are a valuable source of affordable energy and nutrition and play an important role in feeding households throughout the year.
Potato late blight on a leaf
April 30, 2025
GB Potatoes Secures Three-Year Future for the 'Fight Against Blight' Project with New Funding Commitment
GB Potatoes funds the FAB project for 3 years, boosting UK efforts to monitor and combat potato late blight. Led by James Hutton Institute, FAB provides vital real-time insights on blight strains and resistance, strengthening sector resilience.
Martin Kropff is the former Managing Director for Resilient Agri-food Systems at CGIAR, an international agricultural research organization. He is also an emeritus Rector Magnificus at Wageningen University.
December 12, 2024
A brighter future begins with a resilience revolution
In a world where almost half of potential crop production is lost due to diseases, pests, and extreme weather, addressing the challenges of food security and sustainable agriculture has never been more urgent.
Getting potato crops off to a strong, healthy start can lead to better tuber distribution and greater uniformity at harvest, both of which are important for marketability and profit potential.
August 24, 2022
Syngenta: How to give your potato crop the strongest possible start
As potato growers are working to maximize their yield potential for the 2022 harvest, it's also time to start thinking about maximizing crop potential for the 2023 season.
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Joint industry project in the United Kingdom to tackle wireworm damage
June 15, 2022
Joint industry project in the United Kingdom to tackle wireworm damage
Following an upward trend in wireworm damage in root vegetable and cereal crops throughout the UK, industry leaders have joined forces to co-fund a Fera-led R&D project to find an end-to-end solution
Nick Gordiichuk, Founder and Managing Director of 'Agrico Ukraine'
August 25, 2021
Potato Business in the Ukraine: An insider view of Nick Gordiichuk of Agrico Ukraine
Nick Gordiichuk - Founder and Managing Director of Agrico Ukraine - offers his unique, inside view on the Ukrainian potato sector, its problems and prospects in this interview with 'Landlord Ukraine'