World Potato Congress 2012 in Edinburgh, Scotland

World Potato Congress Inc (WPC Inc) President, Allan Parker and Potato Council Chairman Allan Stevenson, announced today that Edinburgh has been selected as the site of the 8th International World Potato Congress to be held in May 2012.

It is the first time the Congress will be held in Scotland and it will be hosted by the Potato Council. More than 600 delegates from all over the world, including growers, producers, traders, processors and manufacturers are expected to attend the conference.

"The congress will bring together the world's best in our industry and this is a great opportunity to showcase the British potato industry on a global scale. Growers, packers and processors will all benefit from the event,"Mr. Stevenson said. "Furthermore, industry members will be able to take advantage of opportunities to view the latest R&D projects in which Britain continues to lead the world."

WPC Inc President Allan Parker noted Edinburgh, with its history, culture and superior amenities, will make a great backdrop for the 8th World Potato Congress. "We typically attract delegates from across the potato industry spectrum, as well as related commercial interests such as: equipment manufacturers, crop protection specialists, banking and finance experts, marketing specialists, scientists, and many more. The list of those who benefit from our diverse and challenging program is exhaustive,"said Parker. "We look forward to welcoming the global industry leaders to Edinburgh in 2012."