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China Strengthens Phytosanitary Controls on Seed Potato Imports
August 03, 2026
China Suspends Seed Potato Import from Zebra Chip Disease Affected Countries
China has introduced new phytosanitary measures to prevent the entry of Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum (CLso), suspending seed potato import approvals from affected countries and tightening import requirements for planting materials.
China tightens fertilizer export restrictions as supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz add pressure to global markets and raise concerns over availability and prices
March 23, 2026
China restricts fertilizer exports, tightening global supply amid market disruptions
China has restricted fertilizer exports to protect its domestic market, adding further pressure to global supply chains already affected by disruptions linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. China is one of the world’s largest fertilizer exporters, shipping more than USD 13 billion worth last year.
Agricultura inteligente en la provincia china de Gansu impulsa la producción anual de papa y semillas mediante biotecnología y automatización.
February 04, 2026
China: investment in technology makes it possible to produce in the middle of winter
Thanks to technological innovation, agricultural facilities in Gansu enable the vegetable industry to supply fresh products consistently throughout the year.
China potato drought research
October 16, 2025
Selecting and understanding the mechanisms of drought tolerance in potato cultivars of China
China grows 25% of the world’s potatoes, but 60% of its crop is in arid northwest regions where shallow roots and short growing seasons make them drought-sensitive. Researchers test drought-tolerant varieties and biochemicals to ease soil stress.
Harvesting new potato varieties in western high elevation Sichuan Plateau at 3400 masl.
September 08, 2025
Shaping the Future of Potatoes in Sichuan: Breeding Strategies and Their Impact
Both Sichuan’s potato production area and total yield remain among the largest in China. The province’s unique geographic features support year-round planting and supply, delivering strong economic and social benefits.
Potato field in China
April 28, 2025
16th Potato Industry Development Conference in Tengzhou in Eastern China promoted industrial investment
The 16th Tengzhou Potato Industry Development Conference was recently held in Tengzhou, located in the Shandong Province in Eastern China, to promote industrial investments and tap development potential. 
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China’s sets out on a mission to protect potatoes from climate change
January 04, 2025
China Sets Out on a Mission to Protect Potatoes from Climate Change
Chinese scientists are working urgently to safeguard potato crops - a critical food source worldwide - against the growing threat of climate change. 
China: Average Wholesale Prices of Fresh Potatoes (RMB/kg)
July 18, 2023
China: Frozen French Fry Exports Exceed Imports
Fresh potato production for MY 2022/23 (September to August) is forecast at 93 million metric tons (MMT), a small decrease from the estimated 95 MMT produced in MY 2021/22 owing to reduced acreage.
A farmer holding two potatoes poses for a picture in Hongrui Village of Pingluo County, Shizuishan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 2, 2021
March 20, 2023
NW China's 'potato land' embraces new technology
As the potato-planting season approaches, baby potatoes from northwest China's Xiji County are making their way to the fields of farmers across the country's major potato-producing area.
Challenges and opportunitiesfor HZPC in China
February 28, 2023
Challenges and opportunities for potato company HZPC in China
Exceptional weather conditions, strict corona measures and political elections. Potato company HZPC has been involved in China since the beginning of this century, but as in the Netherlands, every year is different.
Increasing potato production for food security in China could bring varied environmental benefits. Courtesy: CIP
January 25, 2022
Growing potatoes in rice paddies is a sustainable intensification in Southern China
With approximately 19% of the global population and just 9% of the world’s arable land, China has long sought to improve food production and, in recent decades, potatoes have played an increasingly important role in that quest.
China: Average Wholesale Prices of Potatoes
October 04, 2021
Frozen French Fries Production in China Expands
In a recent report USDA-FAS forecasts a fresh potato production in China of 94 million tons for marketing year 2021/22. This is a 5% decrease from the estimated 99 million tons in the previous year, a result of decreased acreage.
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On behalf of World Potato Congress President, Roman Cools, Elven Huang, WPC Director and Lu Xiaoping, WPC International Advisor awarded the plaque to Yang Yalin along with city leaders Zhang Shaoxiong, Su Jianhong, and Hao Liuyong.
August 24, 2020
World Potato Congress Inc. Recognizes Zaotong as 'Potato Plateau Seed Potato Capital of the World'
On August 18, 2020, a meeting was held in Zhaotong city, China. World Potato Congress (WPC) President Roman Cools, Dr. Peter VanderZaag, WPC Secretary and Brian Douglas, General Manager attended virtually.
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August 19, 2020
Across China: Hi-tech Potato Industry Boosts Poverty Alleviation
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December 12, 2018
La labranza y el acolchado son clave para el cultivo de papa en China
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Hillsides are terraced in the Loess Plateau, Dryland Agricultural Research Station, Doupo Village, China. (Courtesy: Xianqing Hou).
November 30, 2018
Soil tilling, mulching key to China’s potato crop
Rong Li and colleagues at Ningxia University in Yinchuan, China set out to discover if different tilling and mulching practices could improve soil moisture - and potato yields - in the Loess Plateau.
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Agricultural Equipment Manufacturer Grimme inaugurated its new plant in China
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