World Meteorological Organization (WMO) declares onset of El Niño conditions
Julio 06, 2023

World Meteorological Organization declares start of El Niño; what to expect

El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific for the first time in seven years, setting the stage for a likely surge in global temperatures and disruptive weather and climate patterns.
NPC Releases 2023 Annual Potato Yearbook
Julio 06, 2023

National Potato Council 2023 Yearbook offers detailed insight in the United States industry and its achievements

The NPC 2023 Annual Potato Yearbook highlighting progress on NPC’s national legislative, regulatory, and marketing priorities. The Yearbook also features updated US and world potato production and consumption stats, grower and industry contact information, position statements, and program overviews.
McCrum: The success and legacy behind the thriving potato processing operation
Julio 06, 2023

McCrum: The success and legacy behind a thriving potato processing operation in Maine

There aren't many farms in Maine that can boast they've been owned by the same family for more than 130 years. One of those is the McCrums.
Potatoes continue as top import crop
Julio 05, 2023

Potatoes a top import crop for Namibia

Although efforts to promote the growing of potatoes in Namibia are intensifying, the production of this crop has not reached levels where imports can be reduced or stopped.
APH Group appointed Albertus Kloosterman as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), and Bart van Doorn van Doorn as Chief Financial Officer.
Junio 28, 2023

New appointments at APH Group: Albertus Kloosterman as Chief Commercial Officer, Bart van Doorn as Chief Financial Officer

APH Group appointed Albertus Kloosterman as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), and Bart van Doorn as Chief Financial Officer. To keep up with its growth the company is taking large steps and is looking forward to further shape the future of APH Group together with Albertus and Bart.
Soil Erosion: A Looming Threat to Farmers
Junio 28, 2023

Soil Erosion: A Looming Threat to Farmers

Soil erosion, a natural process exacerbated by human activities, poses a significant challenge to agricultural sustainability worldwide. This relentless force gradually strips away fertile topsoil, leaving a devastating impact on farmers and the environment.
The healthiest crisps on the planet
Junio 26, 2023

Norwegian research for the best potato for potato chips

Researchers in Norway investigated the best way to avoid the formation of acrylamide when producing potato chips. They focused in particular on identifying the most suitable potatoes to use.
Idaho potato packing operation receives $19.6M in federal funding to increase production
Junio 25, 2023

Idaho potato packer Mart Group will use USD 19.6M in federal funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility

The Mart Group, an Idaho potato packing operation has been awarded a USD 19.6 million USDA funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility. The investment is part of a USD 320 million effort to create better markets for agricultural producers and food businesses.
Potato growers can’t keep upwith 'red hot' global demand
Junio 22, 2023

Potato growers can’t keep up with 'red hot' global demand

Washington potato farmers can’t keep pace with worldwide cravings for french fries, hash browns, tots, potato chips and other processed potato products.
GRIMME takes over Agrarada in Poland
Junio 21, 2023

Agricultural machinery sector acquisition: GRIMME takes over Agrarada in Poland

With effect from 15 June 2023, the GRIMME Group from Damme (Germany) takes over the Polish agricultural machinery retailer Agrarada from Brzezimierz near Wroclaw.
Patchy power in Bangladesh pushes up potato prices
Junio 18, 2023

Patchy power in Bangladesh pushes up potato prices

Frequent power outages in Bangladesh are driving up the costs of potato storage, ultimately burdening people already struggling with escalating prices of essential food items.
Turkey could face a record potato crop in 2023, record exports and a price collapse
Junio 18, 2023

Turkey could face a record potato crop in 2023, record exports but risks a price collapse

In 2023, a sharp increase in potato production is expected in Turkey, which is among the top 15 world’s largest exporters of the crop, according to Eastfruit Analysts.

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Junio 14, 2023

Prince Edward Island potato crops benefit from eco-friendly slow-release fertilizer in new research study

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Dewulf CP 42 Smart-Float available in 4 x 90 cm
Junio 12, 2023

Dewulf offers updates for its CP 42 Smart-Float potato planter

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Europe’s potato industry falls victim to extreme weather
Junio 08, 2023

Europe’s potato industry falls victim to extreme weather

Extreme weather incidents are serving to rock Europe’s potato industry to its very foundations. Last year was actually the second warmest year on record in Europe. The drought conditions resulted in a dramatic downturn in overall potato output.

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