News on The Potato Supply Chain

L-R Harry Tinson, general manager at HarvestEye, and Antti Hintikka, U2 Online Oy
March 03, 2024

Harvest Insights Sytem secures distributor for finnish potato and onion markets

Machine-Learning driven crop insights tool HarvestEye has secured its first distributorship in Finland
For the 2024 season, GRIMME is introducing the new  generation of the well approved RH 20 / RH 24 / RH 28  receiving hoppers.
March 02, 2024

For the 2024 season, GRIMME is introducing the new generation of the well approved RH 20 / RH 24 / RH 28 receiving hoppers

The new generation of the proven GRIMME RH 20, RH 24 and RH 28 receiving hoppers features numerous further developments in terms of throughput capacity, crop protection, convenience and variety of equipment.
Iscon Balaji Foods is Promoting Sustainable Farming
March 02, 2024

Iscon Balaji Foods is Promoting Sustainable Farming

Promoting sustainability across the potato value chain, food processing company Iscon Balaji Foods (IBF) is promoting sustainable farming across its farms in India.
Greenhouses for potato cultivation by Contagri in Aznalcázar (Seville).
February 28, 2024

Spain: greenhouse potato production at scale

A company in southern Spain specializes in greenhouse potato production to supply its clients outside of the regular season.
MSU professors Jiming Jiang and David Douches. (Courtesy: MSU)
February 27, 2024

Michigan State University researchers further unravel the mechanism of cold induced sweetening in potatoes

Michigan State University professors Jiming Jiang and David Douches has discovered a key mechanism behind the darkening and potential health concerns associated with cold-stored potatoes. 
20% of potatoes grown in the USA are exported
February 26, 2024

National Potato Council Releases New Report on the Economic Potential of the USA Potato Exports

The National Potato Council (NPC) today revealed its latest report on the economic impact of the USA potato industry.
Oficina de Imagen Institucional de la GRALL.
February 26, 2024

Perú: técnicas de fertilización para pequeños productores

Jornada de capacitación sobre técnicas de fertilización para productores de papa en la provincia de Otuzco.
España: cifras de exportación de patatas superan las de años anteriores
February 26, 2024

España: cifras de exportación de patatas superan las de años anteriores

Las cifras muestran que las exportaciones de patatas españolas han aumentado con respecto al 2022 de la mano de la producción en Castilla y León.
Argentina: primer producción de papa con huella de carbono certificada
February 26, 2024

Argentina: primer producción de papa con huella de carbono certificada

El Parque Papas y Yara unen fuerzas para llevar adelante la primer producción de papas con huella de carbono certificada del mundo.
Potato IPM logo
February 25, 2024

Potatoes USA - Supported research into Neonic alternatives receives USDA funding

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Specialty Crop Research Initiative (SCRI) recently announced funding for a four-year, Potatoes USA-supported research project to develop and evaluate potential alternatives to neonicotinoids for pest management of potato crops.
Michigan Potato Industry Commission to Release Report on the Potato Industry’s Economic Impact on the State
February 23, 2024

Chipping Potato Capital of the US: Potatoes contribute USD 2.5 Billion to Michigan’s Economy

Michigan-grown spuds deliver a pile of economic activity, generating more than USD 2.5 billion to the state’s GDP and supporting around 21,700 Michigan jobs, according to a report released today by the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.
Perú: precios bajos y malos
February 22, 2024

Perú: precios bajos y malos pronósticos para el sector productivo

Precios bajos en Perú y se espera que bajen aun más en el futuro próximo debido a aumento en la oferta.
International Potato Technology Expo Opens  2024 Edition This Week
February 22, 2024

International Potato Technology Expo Opens 2024 Edition This Week

A leading North American potato event is making its biennial return to Charlottetown’s Eastlink Centre, this week! Thursday and Friday, February 22nd and 23rd
Q-Potato Holland Team
February 21, 2024

Small seed potato crop results in historically high prices

Seed potato acreage is shrinking in the Netherlands, Germany, and France.
Future of Frozen Food 2024 Uncovers Hottest Frozen Food Trends Emerging for 2024
February 21, 2024

Future of Frozen Food 2024 Uncovers Hottest Frozen Food Trends Emerging for 2024

Globally inspired flavors, evolving use of kitchen appliances, and a surge in breakfast foods are just some of the emerging trends identified in Future of Frozen Food 2024
Potato cooperative Agrico to acquire The Potato Company (TPC) to expand its acreage and sales channels
February 20, 2024

Potato cooperative Agrico to acquire The Potato Company (TPC) to expand its acreage and sales channels

Potato cooperative Agrico has announced that it intends to acquire the seed potato activities of The Potato Company (TPC).
Brasil: precios altos tras el carnaval, importación continua
February 20, 2024

Brasil: precios altos tras el carnaval, importación continua

Precios en Brasil se mantienen al alza pese a una demanda debil. La importación desde Argentina se mantiene constante.
United Potato Growers of Canada: February Holding Report
February 20, 2024

United Potato Growers of Canada: February, 2024 Holding Report

Total Canadian Potato Storage Holdings on February 1, 2024 totalled 74,031 million cwt which is up 8.2% over February 2023 and well above the five-year average

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