Aardappelketen

Pese al clima que ha dificultado la cosecha, y los precios que desalientan al productor, la patata de Castilla y León se abre camino en los mercados.

UniAgri Biosciences has launched its advanced Tissue Culture Lab to produce disease-free, high-yielding potato seeds. This milestone supports farmers and food security. Thanks to Punjab's Department of Horticulture for their valuable support.

The European Investment Bank has signed a EUR 20 million venture debt financing agreement with Dutch biotechnology company Solynta, to accelerate the development of potato varieties with enhanced resistance to disease and resilience to climate change

Lawmakers toured Aroostook County to explore Maine’s potato industry, seeing innovative tech and learning how policy affects farming. The trip aimed to boost understanding of agricultural challenges and support.

PotatoEurope 2025, gepland op 3 en 4 september in Lelystad, Nederland, toont live demonstraties van machines, slimme agri-technologie en innovaties in de aardappelteelt. Met meer dan 300 exposanten en 15.000 bezoekers is het dé toonaangevende ontmoetingsplek om te innoveren, netwerken en groeien.

El mercado interno saturado por la sobre oferta, los mercados internacionales fuera de alcance debido a la competencia. Los productores de papa enfrentan decisiones difíciles.

Joseph Ifeanyi Ulasi leads a groundbreaking project to boost late blight resistance in diploid potatoes by introgressing novel Rpi genes from wild species. Using Solanum verrucosum as a genetic bridge, he advances resilient breeding for future crops.

Russian researchers unveil a new, low-cost method to grow potatoes at home, addressing rising prices and shortages. The innovation enables indoor cultivation without special equipment, offering a timely solution to the nation's potato crisis.

Simplot plans to acquire Belgium-based Clarebout Potatoes, uniting two family-owned frozen potato leaders. The move aims to boost European market presence and sustainability, with operations continuing and expanding across 23 global sites.

The 13th World Potato Congress will be held in Naivasha, Kenya, from October 26–30, 2026—the first in Sub-Saharan Africa. Hosted by NPCK and FreshCrop Ltd, the event will spotlight global potato innovations, food security, and trade.

HyFun Foods celebrates World French Fries Day by spotlighting Indian farmers and its global potato exports, showcasing innovation, sustainability, and farmer-first growth from Gujarat to 40+ countries.

Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program, Barrett Potato Farms and Springlake Potatoes Inc. will host the annual Texas Potato Field Day on July 16 in Springlake.

Hungritos teams up with KFC India for International French Fries Day on July 11, 2025. Enjoy free Hungritos fries on orders above INR 499 at select KFC outlets. Expect co-branded promos, crispy delights, and a nationwide celebration!

After a near-fatal accident at his remote home, Graham Bannister stresses the importance of emergency preparedness, rural connectivity, and using tools like satellite calling and What3words to stay safe while working alone in isolated areas.

Europatat reports rising Turkish rejections of EU seed potato exports due to testing and classification differences. It urges closer cooperation with Turkish authorities to align inspections with global standards and reduce future trade issues.

La oferta de papa aumentó considerablemente con la cosecha de Vargem Grande, en el estado de São Paulo.

En el Valle de los Pericos las bajas temperaturas ocasionaron daños en la producción de papa, zapallito, chaucha y frutilla

Un equipo argentino desarrolló la Papatrónica, un dispositivo en forma de tubérculo que mide impactos en tiempo real, ayudando a evitar pérdidas millonarias y a mejorar la sustentabilidad alimentaria.