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Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and KOICA Director, Mr. Je Ho Yeon, mark the occasion with an exchange of a commemorative shield during the delegation’s visit to the Ministry in Islamabad.
Noviembre 27, 2025
Pakistan and Korea Join Hands to Establish Seed Potato Centre at PARC to Cut Imports and Boost Local Production
Pakistan and KOICA discussed a feasibility study for a Seed Potato Production Centre at PARC, Islamabad. The project aims to cut seed imports, boost yields with Korean tech like aeroponics, and supply virus-free certified seed to over 100,000 farmers.
Max Koeune, President & CEO of McCain Foods, appointed Co-Chair of The Consumer Goods Forum, driving global collaboration and innovation across the consumer goods industry.
Noviembre 26, 2025
McCain Foods CEO Max Koeune Named Co-Chair of Consumer Goods Forum to Drive Global Collaboration
Max Koeune, CEO of McCain Foods, joins The Consumer Goods Forum as Co-Chair alongside Tesco’s Ken Murphy, driving global collaboration and innovation. McCain continues its leadership in sustainability, food waste, and industry partnerships.
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Noviembre 25, 2025
El mercado del almidón de patata superará los 6.000 millones de dólares en 2032
El mercado global de almidón de patata está experimentando un crecimiento sostenido, impulsado por el aumento de la demanda en diversas industrias, incluidas la de procesamiento de alimentos, la farmacéutica, la textil, la fabricación de papel y los adhesivos.
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Noviembre 20, 2025
La horticultura impulsada por la ciencia toma el centro del escenario en FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026
La robótica, la imagen, los sensores y las herramientas basadas en datos impulsarán la innovación en frutas y hortalizas en FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026. El Simposio Científico FRUTIC, el 6 de febrero, destacará avances que están transformando la producción y el manejo poscosecha a nivel mundial.
Mariette Andersson (left) of SolEdits and Kalle Johansson (right) of Lyckeby examine CRISPR-edited potato plants developed to produce storage-stable starch and reduce the need for chemical modification.
Noviembre 17, 2025
SolEdits and Lyckeby ready to Launch CRISPR-Edited Potatoes to Deliver Chemical-Free, Storage-Stable Starch
SolEdits and Lyckeby have developed CRISPR-edited potatoes with storage-stable starch, removing the need for chemical modification. Once allowed in the EU, this innovation can save 5,000 tonnes of chemicals yearly in Sweden and up to 75,000 across the EU.
(LR) Johannes Bliestle Chairman of BVEO , Silvia Breher, Parliamentary State Secretary at BMLEH, Thomas Herkenrath, President of DKHV, Olaf Feuerborn Chairman of UNIKA.
Noviembre 10, 2025
Specialty Crops Under Pressure: First Parliamentary Evening Calls for Reliable Framework Conditions
Plant protection, bureaucracy, and production costs – these are just some of the issues currently weighing heavily on Germany’s specialty crop sector.
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Maryluz Contreras from Colpar, Huancayo, shares her potato expertise as project staff and local farmers test and select the most promising varieties near her home.
Noviembre 10, 2025
CIP-Asiryq: New Blight-Resistant Potato Boosts Farmer Resilience
A new potato variety, CIP-Asiryq, developed by the International Potato Center and Indigenous farmers in Peru, resists late blight, cuts fungicide use, cooks faster, and boosts farmer income, offering a climate-resilient solution worldwide.
Royal HZPC Group celebrates a record-breaking year, surpassing €500 million in global revenue and 1 million tons of seed potatoes traded, reflecting strong growth across all markets.
Noviembre 05, 2025
Año récord en Royal HZPC Group con crecimiento en ventas y resultados
Su director ejecutivo, Hans Huistra, destacó que estos resultados reflejan el éxito de sus nuevas variedades - como Quintera, Travolta, Invictus, Cardyma y Castor - y el impacto positivo de las inversiones en investigación y desarrollo.
Potatoes showing internal damage caused by extreme heat — part of ongoing Lethbridge research aimed at helping farmers protect crop quality and resilience amid shifting weather patterns.
Noviembre 03, 2025
Lethbridge Researchers Develop Tools to Help Potato Farmers Tackle Extreme Weather Challenges
Lethbridge researchers study how heat waves and hail affect potato crops. Dr. Neilson finds timing is key, with storms during tuber growth reducing quality. His work aims to create tools to help farmers assess risks and boost crop resilience.
Adult Colorado potato beetles feeding on a potato leaf — the destructive pest targeted by the new RNA-based bioinsecticide Calantha, offering a sustainable breakthrough in crop protection.
Noviembre 03, 2025
RNA-Based Bioinsecticide ‘Calantha’ Offers Sustainable Solution Against Colorado Potato Beetles
Calantha, a new RNA-based sprayable pesticide, effectively kills Colorado potato beetles while sparing beneficial insects. Most effective on small larvae, it offers a sustainable, targeted solution to combat resistant crop pests.
Counting down the days! One year to go until the 13th World Potato Congress in beautiful Naivasha, Kenya – 26–30 October 2026 for global insights, networking, and potato innovation!
Octubre 30, 2025
One Year Countdown: 13th World Potato Congress Comes to Naivasha, Kenya in October 2026
Excitement builds as we mark one year to the 13th World Potato Congress, set for Oct 26–30, 2026, at Sawela Lodge, Naivasha, Kenya. Keynotes and registration launch in Nov. Stay tuned for updates and sponsorship opportunities!
Este año el precio de la papa está muy por debajo de su rentabilidad
Octubre 29, 2025
México: experiencias de venta directa al consumidor final valorizan al productor
'Operación Papita Solidaria': productores mexicanos venden papa directamente al consumidor para evitar intermediarios y garantizar precios justos.
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Seminario web del Congreso Mundial de la Papa - Biología y manejo integrado de la sarna común de la papa - 20 de octubre de 2025
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