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oktober 04, 2022

Wilcox Fresh expands its supply of Famous Idaho Potatoes by acquiring heirloom fingerling grower and shipper, Southwind Farms.

Floyd Wilcox & Sons Inc. dba Wilcox Fresh is excited to announce the acquisition of Southwind Farms located in Heyburn, ID. Wilcox Fresh was established in Rexburg, ID in 1948 by Floyd Wilcox shortly after his sons returned home from WW2.
Eagle Eye says Idaho potato crop showing high quality but smaller sizing.
oktober 03, 2022

Eagle Eye says Idaho potato crop showing high quality but smaller sizing

Eagle Eye Produce had been harvesting new crop potatoes for several weeks before beginning harvest for its storage supplies the week after Labor Day. While it is still too early to know the overall projection for the crop.
El Alto produce 953 hectáreas de papa y granos anualmente.
september 30, 2022

Bolivia: El Alto produce 953 hectáreas de papa y granos anualmente

Cada año, los distritos rurales 9, 10, 11 y 13 de El Alto producen 953 hectáreas de papa, cebada y avena. La Alcaldía perfila nuevos mercados en otras regiones del país para potenciar el sector agrícola.
PEI potato farmers worried excess moisture caused by Hurricane Fiona may damage crops
september 30, 2022

PEI potato farmers worried excess moisture from Fiona may damage crops

Prince Edward Island (PEI) potato farmers say they are concerned excessive moisture in the fields caused by the storm Fiona may lead their produce to rot in storage - though they hope that is not the case.
Argentina: El acondicionador de suelo ZEBA fue presentado oficialmente para el cultivo de papa.
september 03, 2022

Argentina: El acondicionador de suelo ZEBA fue presentado oficialmente para el cultivo de papa

Argentina produce aproximadamente 2,8 millones de toneladas de papa en alrededor de 80 mil hectáreas. Es el producto más consumido en el país. En promedio, se obtienen entre 30 y 35 toneladas por hectárea. Para completar su ciclo, el cultivo necesita entre 600 y 1000 milímetros de agua.
Northern Plains potato crop is looking good with harvest on the horizon.
augustus 30, 2022

Northern Plains (US) potato crop is looking good with harvest on the horizon

The Red River Valley potato crop has overcome getting into the ground later than optimal to looking like one of the best in the last few years, said farmers and researchers who gathered at Hoverson Farms near Larimore
Siembras de papa caerán en 9 de las 10 principales regiones de Perú.
augustus 28, 2022

Siembras de papa caerán en 9 de las 10 principales regiones de Perú

Según los datos de la ENIS 2022, en la campaña agrícola 2022-2023, la superficie sembrada de papa se reducirá en 26.645 hectáreas en Perú. Esto quiere decir que, según estos mismos datos, 9 de las 10 regiones que lideraron la producción de este alimento en 2021 plantarán menos papa esta campaña.
Protect potato crops from pests and disease for stands that deliver.
augustus 24, 2022

Syngenta: How to give your potato crop the strongest possible start

As potato growers are working to maximize their yield potential for the 2022 harvest, it's also time to start thinking about maximizing crop potential for the 2023 season.
Paraguay: Óptimos resultados en cultivo de papa en Tacuaras.
augustus 13, 2022

Paraguay: Óptimos resultados en cultivo de papa en Tacuaras

Productores destacaron el buen rendimiento del cultivo de papa en Ñeembucú, se mostraron optimistas y dijeron que el clima ayudó para obtener buenos resultados. Indicaron que están incursionando en este rubro para poder mejorar la economía de los agricultores.
Un nuevo estabilizador de nitrógeno está disponible en Argentina.
augustus 13, 2022

Un nuevo estabilizador de nitrógeno está disponible en Argentina

Esta semana Corteva AgriscienceTM presentó Instinct NXTGEN®, un inhibidor de la nitrificación disponible para los productores de maíz y papa de Argentina.
McDonald's Canada and McCain Foods partner to launch the CAD 1M Future of Potato Farming Fund to help improve soil health through regenerative farming practices
augustus 11, 2022

McDonald's Canada and McCain Foods establish a 'Future of Potato Farming Fund' (CAD 1 million) to help improve soil health through regenerative farming practices

McDonald's Canada and McCain Foods Limited announce the 'Future of Potato Farming Fund' by investing CAD 1million in education, demonstration, and cost-sharing grants to support potato farmers
Report: Sharp rise in input costs, increased holding levels impacting planted potato acreage in Canada
augustus 11, 2022

Report: Sharp rise in input costs, increased holding levels impacting planted potato acreage in Canada

Earlier this month Statistics Canada released their first estimate of potato acreage in Canada as a result of data obtained from their survey of potato growers in Canada. The 2022 potato acreage is estimated at 385,128 acres.

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augustus 08, 2022

FAO supports Peru to establish an 'International Potato Day'

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augustus 06, 2022

Maine’s foremost potato expert is bringing his expertise around the world

Maine — Potato farmers depend on Steve Johnson. At least they did for 34 years. Now Johnson, who retired on June 30, is taking his expertise to other parts of the world.
Ecuador: Se reduce la producción de papa en Tungurahua.
augustus 02, 2022

Ecuador: Se reduce la producción de papa en Tungurahua

La producción de papa de Tungurahua dejó de abastecer a mercados de otras ciudades desde hace tres años de manera definitiva. La paratrioza fue una de las causas para interrumpir el proceso.
How can we improve soil health in potato cropping systems?
augustus 02, 2022

How can we improve soil health in potato cropping systems?

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Potatoes from southern Colorado could soon be shipped to Mexico.
juli 27, 2022

Potatoes from southern Colorado could soon be shipped to Mexico

U.S. farmers started shipping fresh potatoes into the Mexican interior in May, about 20 years after an initial deal was signed between the two countries.
Soiltech Wireless Completes USD 2.5M Funding Round to Increase Product Velocity and Advance Stability
juli 23, 2022

Soiltech Wireless - provider of an affordable soil moisture sensor - completes USD 2.5M Funding Round

Soiltech Wireless, a leader in remote crop monitoring and traceability from farm to transport and storage, has completed its seed funding round of USD 2.5 million. Homegrown Capital was the leader in this round along with Great North Ventures

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