
Agosto 06, 2025
Colombia: productores piden regular precios de sus cosechas
Los productores de papa, afectados por el desplome de precios, exigen al Gobierno un precio mínimo de compra similar al establecido recientemente para el arroz, además de apoyos para cubrir la brecha entre costos de producción y precios de venta.
Agosto 06, 2025
Argentina: McCain redobla su apuesta en el país
La canadiense McCain celebra 30 años en Argentina. Lidera el mercado de papas prefritas y apunta a crecer en el consumo hogareño y nuevos destinos. En el país se consumen 100.000 toneladas anuales de papas congeladas, el 80% destinadas a gastronomía.
Agosto 04, 2025
The South African Potato Industry: Tour and Innovation Symposium impressions, by WPC President Peter VanderZaag
WPC President Peter VanderZaag praised Potatoes South Africa’s innovation-driven, grower-owned model during the 2025 Innovation Symposium, highlighting its research, transformation efforts, and global relevance ahead of WPC 2026 in Kenya.
Julio 27, 2025
Maine governor and UMaine President Reopen Modernized Aroostook Farm, Advancing World-Class Potato Breeding Program
Gov. Mills and UMaine leaders reopened the modernized Aroostook Farm after a USD 3 Million upgrade, boosting Maine’s potato research with advanced tech to speed new variety development like the Caribou Russet, supporting jobs and the agri-economy. Contenido Patrocinado
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Julio 27, 2025
Idaho Ends Quarantine on First Field in 19-Year Pale Cyst Nematode Battle
After years of effort, the USDA has officially deregulated a 120-acre field near Shelley, Idaho, from the state's pale cyst nematode (PCN) quarantine program, marking a major milestone in the fight against this potato pest.
Julio 22, 2025
KRIBHCO and Farm Frites Partner to Launch State-of-the-Art Potato Processing Plant in Uttar Pradesh, Boosting Farmer Income and Agro-Industry Growth
KRIBHCO and Farm Frites signed a JV to set up a hi-tech potato processing unit in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The project will boost premium potato farming, generate jobs, and enhance farmer incomes, marking KRIBHCO’s entry into agri-processing.
Julio 22, 2025
Aberystwyth University Leads AI Research to Tackle Potato Blight and Safeguard Global Food Security
Aberystwyth University leads a cross-border AI project to combat potato late blight, a disease causing €4B in losses annually. The DeepDetect app will help farmers detect infections early, cutting pesticide use and boosting sustainable farming.
Julio 21, 2025
Maine Lawmakers Tour Aroostook Farms to Explore Potato Innovation, Technology, and Policy Impact
Lawmakers toured Aroostook County to explore Maine’s potato industry, seeing innovative tech and learning how policy affects farming. The trip aimed to boost understanding of agricultural challenges and support. Contenido Patrocinado

Julio 20, 2025
PotatoEurope 2025 Set to Showcase Cutting-Edge Machinery, Smart Farming, and Live Demos in the Netherlands
PotatoEurope 2025, set for 3–4 Sept in Lelystad, Netherlands, showcases live machinery demos, smart agri-tech, and innovations in potato farming. With 300+ exhibitors and 15,000 visitors, it’s the premier hub to innovate, network, and grow.
Julio 17, 2025
Russian Researchers Unveil Easy Home Potato Growing Method Amid Soaring Prices
Russian researchers unveil a new, low-cost method to grow potatoes at home, addressing rising prices and shortages. The innovation enables indoor cultivation without special equipment, offering a timely solution to the nation's potato crisis.
Julio 15, 2025
Kenia será sede del histórico 13.º Congreso Mundial de la Papa en 2026: un hito para el sector de la papa en África
El 13.º Congreso Mundial de la Papa se celebrará en Naivasha, Kenia, del 26 al 30 de octubre de 2026, siendo el primero en realizarse en África Subsahariana. Organizado por NPCK y FreshCrop Ltd, el evento destacará innovaciones globales en el cultivo de papa, seguridad alimentaria y comercio.






