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Jared Balcom, president of Balcom & Moe and fourth-generation grower from Washington State, is recognised for his leadership in advancing international market access for the United States potato industry.
January 29, 2026
Jared Balcom Named 2026 Potato Person of the Year for Global Trade Advocacy
Jared Balcom, a fourth-generation potato grower from Pasco, Washington, has been named the 2026 Potato Person of the Year in recognition of his long-standing leadership and advocacy on behalf of the United States potato industry.
Seed samples used in crop research and variety development at the Institute of Plant and Agricultural Science.
January 29, 2026
Over Ten Potato Varieties Now in Production, Boosting Mongolia’s Agriculture
Mongolia’s Institute of Plant and Agricultural Science introduced Darkhan-212 and Darkhan-222 potatoes, developed 100+ crop varieties, produces 400–450 tons of elite seeds yearly, and provides 80,000–100,000 healthy microtubers.
Members of the Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) 2026 Executive Committee, from left to right: Erika Wagner, Mike Wenkel, Tracy Shinners-Carnelley, and Ryan Vroegindewey, following leadership updates announced by the Alliance.
January 29, 2026
Potato Sustainability Alliance Announces New Board Members and 2026 Executive Committee
The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) has announced updates to its Board of Directors and Executive Committee, including the election of new leadership and the retirement of several long-serving directors. 
Key figures from EUPPA Facts & Figures 2025 highlighting the scale, production and global export reach of Europe’s potato processing industry.
January 29, 2026
EUPPA highlights scale and trade strength of Europe potato processing industry in 2025
The European Potato Processors’ Association (EUPPA) published its latest Facts and Figures for 2025, underlining the scale, economic impact and global trade reach of Europe’s potato processing industry.
European Snacks Association 2025 annual report
January 27, 2026
European Snacks Association releases 2025 annual report highlighting advocacy and policy engagement
The European Snacks Association (ESA) has released its annual report outlining the association’s advocacy work, policy engagement, working group activities and key events during the year.
La sobreoferta de papa en Chile presiona los precios y reaviva el debate sobre la necesidad de industrializar la cadena para dar estabilidad al sector.
January 27, 2026
Chile: sobreoferta y caída de precios interpelan a la cadena productiva
En Chile, el Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería (MAG) lanzó un plan piloto de trazabilidad agrícola para papa y cebolla con apoyo de OIRSA, mientras el sector papero enfrenta la llamada “paradoja de las papas”, donde altos rendimientos generan sobreoferta y caída de precios.
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January 27, 2026
Europa: precios de las patatas congeladas caen a su mínimo de los últimos tres años
En la Unión Europea, la caída de precios de las patatas fritas a fines de 2025 impulsó la demanda y las exportaciones en países como Bélgica, Países Bajos y Alemania. Fuera de Europa, la competencia de China e India y la baja de compras en varios mercados sigue limitando el crecimiento.
GRIMME new branch in Fisantekraal, Durbanville, Cape Town, supporting regional agricultural operations
January 26, 2026
GRIMME Opened a New Branch in Cape Town to Strengthen Support in Sub-Saharan Africa
GRIMME has opened a new branch in Fisantekraal, Durbanville, Cape Town, strengthening its presence in South Africa and the broader sub-Saharan Africa region.
EW Group acquires a majority stake in Solynta, backing the expansion of hybrid true potato seeds worldwide.
January 26, 2026
Solynta and EW GROUP reach major funding agreement to boost Hybrid True Potato Seed commercialization
Solynta, a leader in hybrid potato breeding, secured major growth funding as EW Group acquired a majority stake. The investment will speed its goal to double global potato yields while halving crop protection use and reducing land needs worldwide.
TOMRA Dry Peel Separator (DPS-16) featuring a perforated drum for efficient, water-free peel removal in high-capacity potato and vegetable processing lines.
January 26, 2026
TOMRA Unveils DPS-16 Dry Peel Separator, Boosting Potato Processing Capacity to 70 Tons Per Hour
TOMRA Food launches the DPS-16, a high-capacity dry peel separator processing up to 70 tons of potatoes/hr. Brushless, water-free, and easy to clean, it boosts efficiency and yield for potato and vegetable processors worldwide.
Chris Perry’s farm at Coaldale, Alta., is featured in a new television commercial emphasizing the Canadian content in FritoLay potato chips
January 22, 2026
Alberta potato grower invited to World Economic Forum discussions in Switzerland
A southern Alberta farmer has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, bringing Canadian agriculture into global discussions on resilient food systems. The annual forum concludes on Friday.
Belarusian farmers harvest potatoes amid a smaller-than-expected 2025 crop, raising concerns over future supply and potential price increases.
January 22, 2026
Belarus Potato Harvest Drops in 2025: Will Shortages Push Prices Up This Summer?
Belarus harvested 3 million tons of potatoes in 2025, down from 3.1 million a year earlier. While authorities say supplies are sufficient, experts warn imports may be needed by summer, potentially pushing prices higher.
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