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Proyecto chileno busca eliminar los pesticidas en la agricultura
January 25, 2018

Proyecto chileno busca eliminar los pesticidas en la agricultura

Por primera vez se busca utilizar microorganismos presentes en diversos cultivos para generar bíoproductos naturales que tengan relaciones beneficiosas con el cultivo.
Bolivia invertirá 3.5 millones de dólares en investigación sobre papa
October 02, 2017

Bolivia invertirá 3.5 millones de dólares en investigación sobre papa

El dinero es otorgado por el Gobierno de Corea y busca aumentar los rendimientos del cultivo en el país. El proyecto prevé la construcción de un centro en Cochabamba dónde los investigadores bolivianos puedan fortalecer sus capacidades de investigación.
Washington Potato Producers To Vote On Marketing Order
May 11, 2017

Washington Potato Producers To Vote On Marketing Order

Washington potato producers will vote from June 9–23, 2017, on whether to continue the federal marketing order regulating the handling of Irish potatoes grown in Washington.
LaJoie and Davenport Appointed to Lead Potatoes USA Industry Outreach Committee
April 10, 2017

LaJoie and Davenport Appointed to Lead Potatoes USA Industry Outreach Committee

Jay LaJoie of Van Buren, Maine and Jason Davenport of Arvin, California were appointed to the Potatoes USA Executive Committee on March 16, 2017 and will co-chair the Industry Outreach Committee.
Potatoes USA International Marketing Committee Meeting Overview
April 02, 2017

Potatoes USA International Marketing Committee reports on growing export opportunities

The Potatoes USA international marketing committee met prior to the Annual Meeting in Denver March 15 & 16. The committee heard how U.S. potato exports have grown 183% in the past 20 years and now account for close to 20% of production.
Potatoes USA Board Members for 2017 Sworn in during Annual Meeting
March 23, 2017

Potatoes USA Board Members for 2017 Sworn in during Annual Meeting

The Potatoes USA Board Members for 2017 were sworn in during its Annual Meeting in Denver Colorado.
Tomorrow's Leaders Trained at 2017 Potato Industry Leadership Institute
March 02, 2017

Tomorrow's Leaders Trained at 2017 Potato Industry Leadership Institute

The 2017 Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI) provided training to 22 US potato growers and industry representatives in leadership development, public policy, marketing, team building and public communication.
Pavelski and Hamerski enter Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association Hall of Fame
February 28, 2017

Pavelski and Hamerski enter Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association Hall of Fame

Richards Pavelski and Donald Hamerski entered the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Hall of Fame Hall. The WPVGA Hall of Fame honors lifetime achievement in the development of Wisconsin’s potato industry.
Brazil introduces anti-dumping duty for frozen potatoes from Germany, Belgium, France and The Netherlands
February 19, 2017

Brazil imposes anti-dumping duty on frozen potato from Germany, Belgium, France and The Netherlands

Last week the Brazilian Government has decided to impose an anti-dumping duty on frozen potatoes (tariff code 2004.10.00; mostly frozen french fries) imported from Germany, Belgium, France and The Netherlands. The level and duration of the anti-dumping duties are not yet published.
A New Year, New - Idaho - Potato Recipes
January 20, 2017

A New Year, New - Idaho - Potato Recipes

Following an online potato recipe contest ('Fully-Loaded Idaho Potato Cook-off'), Kenmore awarded Crystal Schlueter’s unique and easy-to-make recipe for Mashed-Up Kimchi Reuben Tater Bombs with Sweet Onion & Gochujang Aioli the grand prize.
Potato Expo 2017 Sees Success as Growers Network and Learn
January 11, 2017

Potato Expo 2017 Sees Success as Growers Network and Learn

Potato Expo 2017, held January 4-6 in the city of San Francisco, featured one of the highest number of attendees and exhibitors, the second annual Spud Nation Throwdown Chef Cook-Off, and optimism over the future of the potato industry.
US Potato Growers Select 2017 National Potato Council Leadership
January 10, 2017

US Potato Growers Select 2017 National Potato Council Leadership

At the National Potato Council’s (NPC) 2017 Annual Meeting January 6-7 in San Francisco, Dwayne Weyers of Aspen Produce, LLC, in Center, Colorado, was elected to serve as NPC’s 2017 President and to lead the council’s Executive Committee.
Prince Edward Island Potato Board selects new Chairman
December 30, 2016

Prince Edward Island Potato Board elects new Chairman

Rodney Dingwell of Morell was elected as the new Chairman of the Prince Edward Island Potato Board.
National Potato Council Adds Kam Quarles as Senior Director of Public Policy
December 20, 2016

National Potato Council Adds Kam Quarles as Senior Director of Public Policy

The National Potato Council (NPC) has added Kam Quarles as Senior Director of Public Policy.
United Potato Growers of Canada: New Alberta processing plant good news for whole industry
December 18, 2016

United Potato Growers of Canada: New Alberta processing plant good news for whole industry

The plans for a new multi-million dollar Cavendish Farms potato processing plant in Lethbridge, Alberta, should not concern the Prince Edward Island potato industry, says the general manager of the United Potato Growers of Canada.
Lindsey Dodgen joins Potatoes USA as Assistant Marketing Manager
December 14, 2016

Lindsey Dodgen joins Potatoes USA as Assistant Marketing Manager

Lindsey Dodgen is Potatoes USA’s newest team member, joining the team as the Assistant Marketing Manager supporting the Retail, Market Access, Seed, Reputation Management, and Industry Outreach Programs.
SNAC International Names Elizabeth Avery as New President
November 22, 2016

SNAC International Names Elizabeth Avery as New President

Elizabeth Avery was appointed President of SNAC International during the International Board of Directors meeting on September 29. She will begin as President on January 16, 2017 and take over the roll of CEO on July 1, 2017 from outgoing-CEO Tom Dempsey after the six-month transition period.
Mark Klompien new CEO of United Potato Growers of America
November 16, 2016

Mark Klompien new CEO of United Potato Growers of America

United Potato Growers of America announced today that its executive board has unanimously chosen Mark Klompien as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer, replacing Jerry Wright.

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