United Nations Proclaims May 30 as International Potato Day
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) welcomed the move, saying it will raise awareness about potato’s role in ensuring foot security for billions.
December 11, 2023
World Potato Congress Inc. - Announcing the Resolution on the International Day of Potato by the United Nations
The World Potato Congress Inc. has announced that the resolution on the International Day of the Potato has been adopted by consensus of the United Nations General Assembly earlier this week.
December 11, 2023
Brasil: aumento de precios debido a las lluvias y problemas en la cosecha
En Brasil los precios aumentan debido a la temporada de lluvias.
December 10, 2023
Boulder canyon and Grillo’s pickles team up to launch a limited time only Classic Dill Pickle Kettle Style Potato Chip
Boulder Canyon and Grillo's Pickles have teamed up to launch a limited-time Classic Dill Pickle Flavored Kettle Style Potato Chip. This collaboration offers a crunchy and flavorful snack, combining the all-natural freshness of Grillo's Pickles with Boulder Canyon's better-for-you potato chips.
December 10, 2023
World Potato Congress Inc. Webinar in English & Spanish on potato losses on December 12
World Potato Congress Inc. is pleased to present the Webinar: "Opening the Black Box of Losses in the Potato Value Chain" presented by Luciana Delgado on December 12
December 06, 2023
Chile: bajan los precios de la papa tras temporada históricamente alta
En Chile se destaca la baja en el precio de la papa y se insta a la población a elegir frutas y verduras de estación.
December 06, 2023
Brasil: una mirada a los desafíos de la producción de papa en los últimos años
Marcos Rogério Boschini, veterano de la producción de papa en Brasil, cuenta su historia y las turbulencias competitivas del mercado brasileño de los últimos años.
December 04, 2023
Brasil: fuertes lluvias hacen al alza en los precios
En Brasil aumentan los precios debido a las grandes lluvias y altas temperaturas.
December 04, 2023
Argentina: comienza la cosecha de papa en la provincia de Buenos Aires
Comienza la cosecha de papa en la zona central de la provincia de Buenos Aires.
December 03, 2023
Chile: Servicio Agricola y Ganadero fiscaliza comercialización en área restringida
Servicio Agricola y Ganadero (SAG) detiene en Chile la comercialización ilegal de papa.
December 03, 2023
México: la región de Sinaloa cierra una fuerte temporada de siembra
En la zona norte de México la siembra de papa esta por concluir.
December 02, 2023
Reyco Systems Expands its Presence with a New Facility in Columbia Basin, Washington
Reyco Systems and Idaho Steel, a global leader in innovative food processing technology, has announced the opening of its new manufacturing and repair facility in Eltopia, Washington.
Beyond Insecticide: How wireworm behaviour gives clues to managing their population
Wireworms are a common potato plant predator, living in soil and feeding on roots. They are notoriously difficult to control, and populations are increasing in farm fields across Canada
November 30, 2023
Newtec to Exhibit Brand New Weighing Machine at Potato Expo 2024
Newtec has announced its presence at the Potato Expo 2024, scheduled from January 10 to 11 in Austin Convention Center.
November 30, 2023
PEI Potato Industry Recognizes Ray Keenan, others at Awards Banquet
The 2023 PEI Potato Industry Awards Banquet was held in Charlottetown and four very deserving members of the industry were recognized at the event.
November 30, 2023
McCain Foods launches new subsidiary, Presia Ag Insights, focused on potato yield forecasting, harvest time optimization and enhancement of on-farm sustainability practices
McCain Foods has announced the launch of Presia Ag Insights ("Presia").
November 30, 2023
Researchers at UPEI experimenting with making hydrogen from potato peels
Researchers at UPEI are experimenting on food scraps, wood and UV light to produce hydrogen gas.
November 29, 2023
UTIA PhD Student Bioengineers Potato Plant to Detect Gamma Radiation
PhD student Rob Sears engineered the potato plant, also known as a phytosensor, to indicate high radiation levels through changing leaf fluorescence.