News on Potato Cultivation

Workers from Butler Farms watch bin piler unload thousands of potatoes into a former military storage facility at Loring Development Center. (Courtesy: Bangor Daily News)
November 16, 2021
Trucking shortage hinders sale of record Aroostook County potato harvest
Aroostook County (Maine, US) may have pulled a record potato harvest out of the ground this year, but transportation slowdowns and a driver shortage are making it difficult to get the crop to market.
A mini shop for potatoes in Kigali, Rwanda
November 16, 2021
Middlemen plunge Rwanda potato farmers into losses
Potato farmers in Rwanda are counting their losses, claiming that they are selling their produce at 'giveaway' prices, despite the cost remaining high on the market.
Interpom finally brings the European potato chain together again.
November 16, 2021
Interpom brings the European potato chain together again. Finally!
Interpom 2021 is fast approaching – we are now on the home stretch! After a whole year of postponement, Interpom will finally be held on Sunday 28, Monday 29, and Tuesday 30 November 2021 in Kortrijk Xpo (B).
Patata Gallega
November 10, 2021
Historia de por qué la patata gallega es tan especial
Este tubérculo es el protagonista de platos tan reconocidos como la tortilla de Betanzos o el pulpo. Te explicamos por qué es tan valorada y cómo podemos sacarle todo el provecho.
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November 08, 2021
Yara joins Biden's climate coalition
Some of the largest companies in the world launched a shared initiative to reach the climate goals through ground-breaking technology, Joe Biden’s 'First Movers Coalition'. Fertilizer manufacturer Yara International is one of them.
La patata de Donna y Colin Craig-Brown sobre un camión de juguete.
November 08, 2021
This 7.9 kg potato could be the largest in the world
A New Zealand couple named Donna and Colin Craig-Brownla found a 25-pound potato by surprise buried in their backyard and ended up naming it Doug.
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Desarrollan en Argentina una herramienta para el control del tizón tardío de la papa.
November 08, 2021
Desarrollan en Argentina una herramienta para el control del tizón tardío de la papa.
Se trata de un sistema de alarma que determina los momentos críticos para el desarrollo de la enfermedad más importante de la papa. Con base en datos meteorológicos, la herramienta es una alternativa para la protección más sostenible del cultivo.
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November 07, 2021
Potato innovations in the fight against hunger and climate change at HZPC's Potato Days 2021
The Potato Days of HZPC are dedicated to the future of the potato. A future in which the potato provides an important contribution to the food security in the world and helps to combat climate change.
Dewulf launches state-of-the-art online configurator for its potato harvesters.
November 05, 2021
Configure your new Dewulf potato harvester online!
Dewulf, a full-liner in machines for the cultivation of potatoes and root crops, proudly presents its brand new online configurator for its potato harvesters
Timber river couple Jonathan Kummer and Emily Ryan.
November 05, 2021
Nova Scotia Couple Heeds the Call of The Family Farm, Sets Down New Brunswick Roots
The Covid-19 pandemic moment was a 'now or never' moment for Jonathan Kummer and Emily Ryan. The couple was living well and working in Halifax with an organizational design firm called Symplicity Design – until Covid-19 happened.
Jim Allister, founder, and leader of the Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) political party
November 04, 2021
Ban on seed potato imports will have 'devastating consequences' for Potato growers in Northern Ireland
Potato growers in Northern Ireland face a severe shortage of seed potatoes in 2022, according to Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) political party leader, Jim Allister.
El campo colombiano se moderniza con tecnología inteligente.
November 02, 2021
El campo colombiano se moderniza con tecnología inteligente
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November 02, 2021
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Kevin MacIsaac says usually one area or two areas of Prince Edward Island have good potato crops, but this year, things are looking good across the Island. (Courtesy: Cody MacKay/CBC)
October 30, 2021
Prince Edward Island potato crop is one of the best in 'many generations'. Now looking for markets
This year's potato crop on Prince Edward Island is being called one of the best in decades. But an industry analyst says potato growers will need to be patient in selling the bumper crop.
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October 30, 2021
Penn State potato research program chips in with valuable insights for industry
Pennsylvania has more potato chip manufacturers than any other state in the United States. Consequently, Penn State's potato research program is focused on potatoes for the production of potato chips.
New study predicts two popular American foods surprisingly resilient to climate change.
October 27, 2021
Study: Potato supply chain resilient to climate change
A new study led by researchers at the University of Florida predicts that the supply chains for two of American’s most popular plant-based foods — French fries and pasta sauce — are surprisingly resilient to climate change.
Nicole Stevens: A rising potato industry star.
October 27, 2021
Potatoes Australia Growers Profile: Nicole Stevens
Nicole Stevens traveled to Australia from the United Kingdom after completing her science and tourism management studies. Her career pathway has now diverted to horticulture.
La receta fitosanitaria digital es una herramienta obligatoria para cualquier tipo de pulverización.
October 25, 2021
Argentina: Cómo es la nueva receta fitosanitaria digital de Córdoba, que incluye trazabilidad
El Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganadería de Argentina puso en marcha el nuevo sistema online que también incorpora georeferenciación, precarga de lotes y determinación de puntos sensibles.

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