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Plant Grow Harvest has announced the expansion of its potato portfolio and year-round fresh supply through the launch of two dynamic consumer brands and advancements in its proprietary seed breeding program.

Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest potato industry event, heads to Dallas Jan. 6–8. Featuring 180 exhibitors, 30+ sessions, and major networking, it unites the global potato supply chain to drive innovation, advocacy, and collaboration.

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.

Aroostook County has long been referred to as Maine’s Potato Empire. Because of the relatively short season in the County and its rich, fertile soil, potatoes became the dominant crop as non-indigenous settlement increased in the 19th century.

As harvest begins across the country, it’s go time for growers, agronomists, and farm managers—an ideal moment to showcase the versatility of the Soiltech Beacon, often called the Swiss Army Knife of ag sensors, shining brightest during harvest.

APH Group, een wereldwijde dealerorganisatie voor landbouwmachines en -installaties, opent een verkoop- en servicekantoor in Grafton, North Dakota, waarmee het zijn aanwezigheid uitbreidt naar de regio Red River Valley.

Uno de los principales productores del país transformó zonas áridas del valle del río Negro en polos paperos irrigados, concentrando allí la mitad de sus 3.000 hectáreas y abasteciendo todo el año a la industria nacional.

La gigante canadiense incorporará una nueva linea de producción para abastecer al mercado que, se preve, se convertirá en el tercero en consumo a nivel mundial.

PepsiCo has introduced a new logo and corporate look that reflects its global vision and evolving brand identity.

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.

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.

The National Potato Council is disappointed that the United States - Japan agreement did not include fresh market access for United States potatoes. Japan has delayed this market access request from the United States for thirty years, including delays as recently as this month.

FAM STUMABO expands globally with new facilities in the U.S. (Franklin, WI), Spain, and Germany. The new U.S. HQ enhances direct service across North America, offering local support, test labs, and faster, customer-focused cutting solutions.

'Operación Papita Solidaria': productores mexicanos venden papa directamente al consumidor para evitar intermediarios y garantizar precios justos.

Colombia incumplió las normas del acuerdo antidumping al imponer aranceles injustificados a las papas fritas provenientes de Belgica y otros países europeos.

Scientists have decoded the sweetpotato’s complex hexaploid genome, revealing its mixed ancestry and resilience traits. This breakthrough offers powerful tools for breeders to boost yield, nutrition, and climate resistance, securing food futures.

La expectativa para este año es un crecimiento de alrededor del 10% en la producción y mantener ese mismo desempeño a lo largo de 2026.

La cosecha de papa en Brasil avanza rápidamente, provocando un exceso de oferta que hizo caer los precios en los principales mercados mayoristas, mientras en Cristalina (GO) la campaña se acerca a su fin con altos rendimientos y buena calidad gracias a condiciones climáticas favorables.