News on The Potato Supply Chain from Asia

China produce primera generación de papas híbridas a través de diseño de genoma.
July 05, 2021

China produce primera generación de papas híbridas a través de diseño de genoma

Un equipo de investigación del Instituto de Genómica Agrícola de Shenzhen, dependiente de la Academia China de Ciencias Agrícolas, avanza en un plan de diseño del genoma para papas híbridas.
Potato imports from Bhutan allowed again
July 01, 2021

Indian Government removes restrictions on potato imports from Bhutan

With retail potato prices rising sharply over April and May, the government of India has decided to permit the import of Potatoes from Bhutan without any license up to June 30, 2022.
Iraq: New agricultural project to create more than 500 jobs.
June 22, 2021

Iraq: New potato processing project to create more than 500 jobs

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Thursday laid the foundation stone of a potato production factory in Duhok, set to provide 500 jobs and make use of local potato products.
Potato harvest in Iraq and the Kurdistan region has started
June 11, 2021

Potato harvest in Iraq and the Kurdistan region has started

The potato harvest in Iraq has started. Staff of the Beirut Erbil Potato Processing Company (B.E.P.P. Co) - known in Iraq for their potato chips brands Mito and Mr, Krisper, but active throughout the entire potato supply chain - are working hard in various regions of Iraq from Karbala to Diyala to Al-Rabiah, Dohuk, Erbil, and beyond.
Azerbaijan starts growing a new potato variety, 'Murovdag'
June 08, 2021

Azerbaijan starts growing a new potato variety, 'Murovdag'

A new variety of potatoes named ‘Murovdag’ has begun to be grown in Azerbaijan, according to Elmar Allahverdiyev, director of the Research Institute of Vegetable Growing under the Ministry of Agriculture.
How Does a Potato Feel?
May 27, 2021

How Does a Potato Feel?

Ever Wonder What A Potato Feels…? Hebrew University of Jerusalem Develops Bio-Sensor to Detect Early Signs of Plant Stress and Prevent Crop Failures from Worldwide Climate Changes.
Potatoes From Paddy: Odisha Farmer’s Idea Saves 80% Water, Prevents Stubble Burning
May 17, 2021

Potatoes From Paddy: Odisha Farmer’s Idea Saves 80% Water, Prevents Stubble Burning

Dilip from Odisha learnt an innovative method to grow potatoes using agro-waste, to put an end to stubble burning.
Iran's annual export of potato rises 83%
May 13, 2021

Iran almost doubled its annual potato export

Hossein Asghari announced that 950,000 tons of potato has been exported in the past year, while the figure was 518,000 tons in its preceding year.
Georgia Seed Potato Model Farm Officially Open
May 01, 2021

Georgia Seed Potato Model Farm Officially Open

Dignitaries, researchers, and private sector representatives gathered this week in southwestern Georgia to celebrate the opening of a potato seed model farm.
Man postpones graduation to help farmers in NW China's Shaanxi develop potato processing industry
April 27, 2021

Student postpones graduation to help farmers in NW China's Shaanxi develop potato processing industry

Du Haotian, a postgraduate student at Northwest A&F University in northwest China's Shaanxi province, has helped a township in the province develop its potato industry by introducing new varieties cultivated by his school.
In Georgia, potato prices hit historic lows, stocks are at record levels, and imports are increasing
April 20, 2021

In Georgia, potato prices hit historic lows, stocks are at record levels, and imports are increasing

The Georgian team of EastFruit analysts draws attention to the unusual situation in the Georgian potato market this season.
Azerbaijan growing foreign varieties of potatoes
April 20, 2021

Azerbaijan is importing new potato varieties

New foreign varieties of potatoes are grown in Azerbaijan. Samir Verdiyev, a local farmer said he grows potatoes in six districts of the country, delivering only seeds of varieties to Azerbaijan.
Bangladesh Agricultural Corporation BADC contract growers export potatoes to Malaysia
April 20, 2021

Bangladesh Agricultural Corporation (BADC) contract growers for the export of potatoes to Malaysia

Potatoes produced by contract growers of the Bangladesh Agricultural Corporation (BADC) are now being exported to Malaysia.
Uzbekistan could sharply reduce the imports of potatoes in 2021
April 20, 2021

Uzbekistan could sharply reduce the imports of potatoes in 2021

In February EastFruit experts identified the main reasons for the sharp rise in potatos prices in Uzbekistan over the past few years, having analyzed trends in the production, import and consumption of potatoes for the period from 2000 to 2020.
Japan Tariff Reductions For US Potatoes - Fries Now Enter Tariff Free
April 17, 2021

Japan Tariff Reductions For US Potatoes - Fries Now Enter Tariff Free

Last week Japan eliminated its remaining 2.1% tariff on US frozen fries (HS 2004.10) as a result of the tariff concessions secured under the US-Japan Trade Agreement.
NASA Harvest And CropX Partner To Support Sustainable Ag Initiatives
April 12, 2021

NASA Harvest And CropX Partner To Support Sustainable Ag Initiatives

NASA Harvest (NASA’s Food Security and Agriculture Program) and CropX, a global leader in soil analytics for agriculture, today announced a strategic partnership that will give NASA Harvest unprecedented soil insights for its global agricultural monitoring efforts.
Bharat Insecticides Ltd. unveils its new identity as Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd.
April 05, 2021

Bharat Insecticides Ltd. unveils its new identity as Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd.

Bharat Insecticides Ltd. (BIL), a group company of Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui) specializing in crop protection products announced that it has changed its name to ‘Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd.’ with effect from 1st April 2021.
Next Generation varieties in Bangladesh
April 02, 2021

Next Generation potato varieties in Bangladesh

Agrico's Phytophthora-resistant Next Generation varieties Carolus and Alouette are cultivated in Bangladesh. These varieties provide a solid foundation for a sustainable and healthy crop. Because of their natural resistance to Phytophthora, they have increased yield security with the least possible input. This results in an optimum return.

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