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december 29, 2020
How Colorado Potato Beetles Beat Pesticides
Native to the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado potato beetle has now spread to many parts of the world and quickly overcoming almost every pesticide thrown in its way. A new UVM study sheds light on how these insects become resistant so fast.
december 29, 2020
Chemical composition of wild potato relative contributes to its resistance to pathogen
In a recent study published in the MPMI journal, scientists from CSU revealed that metabolites from S. chacoense contribute to disease resistance by altering the pathogenic behavior of Pectobacterium brasiliense, rather than inhibiting its growth or killing it. Sponsored Content
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december 08, 2020
Maine researchers are developing genomic tools for potato breeders
Two University of Maine researchers, Greg Porter and Han Tan, are part of a team of plant geneticists and breeders working to develop tools that will help Maine scientists and farmers become more efficient in bringing novel, improved potato varieties to market.
november 29, 2020
Potato has the potential to reduce anemia, due to high level of iron absorption
The potato is known to be a good source of energy, potassium, and vitamins C and B6, but according to research recently published in the Journal of Nutrition, its tubers can also be an excellent source of iron.
november 22, 2020
PepsiCo Appoints Chief Medical Officer to protect workers, products from COVID-19
PepsiCo, Inc. recently announced that Pietro Antonio Tataranni, MD has been named the company's global Chief Medical Officer. He will oversee the company's efforts to protect its global workforce, products, and communities in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
november 13, 2020
Supported by potato industry stakeholders, Washington State University expands research on soil health
Launching new research in support of Washington potato growers, Washington State University is partnering with industry leaders to study healthier, more sustainable, and productive soils.
november 02, 2020
Se prolonga la Polémica Moratoria al ingreso de cultivos transgénicos al Perú hasta el 2035
La semana pasada se prolongó la moratoria al ingreso de cultivos transgénicos al Perú hasta el 2035. El tema suscita el debate a favor y en contra desde hace nueve años, cuando se estableció una primera moratoria que vencía el 2021.











