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August 25, 2020
France: Pandemic brought uncertainty to potato markets; focus need to be on quality, says UNPT
Covid-19 has shaken up all predictions and profoundly changed the fundamentals of the 2019 campaign in France and the rest of Europe. On the French fresh market, it has meant a revival in terms of household consumption.
August 24, 2020
United Kingdom: international potato trade drops
The latest trade data provided by the United Kingdom customs agency (HMRC) provide an overview of the full season of July-June 2019/20. Data shows that both imports and exports of potatoes (fresh and frozen) were down YOY and against the 3-year average.
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.
August 24, 2020
La patata de carne blanca es la 'top' y se cultiva en Salamanca
Yolanda Medina, presidenta de la Interprofesional, mantiene que este año se vende hasta a 30 céntimos el kilo porque la única ecuación es 'oferta-demanda'.
August 24, 2020
New potato variety, RPE Golden Red , will debut on store shelves this fall
This fall RPE launches a new red-skin potato variety, RPE Golden Red. They will be available in a three-pound, poly light-blocker, bilingual bag.
August 20, 2020
Canadian Potato Crop Update August 20, 2020
Right now, parts of Eastern Canada are facing moderate to severe drought conditions. Rainfall is critical for this crop. In Western Canada, the crop is running behind schedule as processors push to get new crop harvest underway. Prairie yields currently look average at best. Sponsored Content
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August 20, 2020
C. Meijer BV rebranded Meijer Potato
On 17 Augustus 2020, potato breeder, Meijer Potato, has presented its new corporate identity and company story. Meijer Potato's new corporate identity will be visible on all communication materials and locations.
August 19, 2020
Could acreage cutbacks, drought and quick COVID recovery cause potato shortage in Eastern Canada?
Potato farmers in Atlantic Canada are worried about their supply with COVID-19 and extreme weather conditions causing complications.
August 19, 2020
Wageningen University & Research to host PotatoEurope on 1 and 2 September 2021 in Lelystad, The Netherlands
Wageningen University & Research and DLG Benelux have signed a contract for hosting PotatoEurope 2021 at the location of Wageningen Plant Research in Lelystad, The Netherlands.
August 19, 2020
Across China: Hi-tech Potato Industry Boosts Poverty Alleviation
The potato industry in Ulanqab, dubbed the 'potato city' of China, has become one of the main industries to help farmers shake off poverty.
August 19, 2020
Het volledig programma van Aardappeldemodag Online
Het is bijna zover! Om 10.00 uur gaat de online aardappeldemodag open. Een kwartier tevoren ontvangt u per email de link die toegang geeft. Nog niet opgegeven? Het kan nog!
August 17, 2020
Potato Starch manufacturer Avebe has started campaign 2020
Today Avebe's potato campaign starts in the Netherlands. Following an unstable growing season, the first potatoes are being delivered to the Gasselternijveen location. Sponsored Content
August 17, 2020
Glycoalkaloids in potatoes: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) assesses health risks
EFSA has assessed the risks to human and animal health related to the presence of glycoalkaloids in food and feed, particularly in potatoes and products derived from potatoes.
August 17, 2020
Machu Papa de Perú, la variedad de patata más resistente al cambio climático
El Parque de la Papa es un lugar único. Allí se cultivan 1.300 variedades de patatas, pero solo una de ellas puede dar respuesta a la crisis alimentaria.
August 16, 2020
Jonge Boeren Programma krijgt virtueel vervolg tijdens Aardappeldemodag Online
De eerste editie van het Jonge Boeren Programma tijdens Aardappeldemodag 2018 was een groot succes. Twee jaar na deze speciaal voor jonge boeren georganiseerde bijeenkomst komt er nu een virtueel vervolg.
August 12, 2020
McCrum just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
The McCrum's, a 6th generation farming family, just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
August 11, 2020
Registration for the World Potato Congress 2021 in Dublin, Ireland is Now Open!
Registration for the World Potato Congress 2021from May 31 to June 3, 2021 in Dublin, Ireland is Now Open!
August 10, 2020
Santiago Domínguez: El Elemento Clave en el Cultivo de la Patata es la Existencia de Contratos
Entrevista con Santiago Domínguez, agricultor y dueño de una finca de Nueva Villa de las Torres (Valladolid)