News on The Potato Supply Chain

December 10, 2024
Perú: productores organizados buscan vender variedades nativas al mundo
Roger Hidalgo Panduro, alcalde de Amarilis, busca fortalecer a los agricultores locales para aprovechar la producción agrícola y participar económicamente en el Mega Puerto de Chancay.
Potato growers invited to attend SACAPP conference in February
December 09, 2024
Potato growers invited to attend SACAPP conference in February
Meeting the challenges will be the focus of the 26th annual gathering in Dundee of the country’s leading potato producers and the companies that support them.
Dr. Charles Higgins has managed Norika’s varieties for North American distribution since 1994. He is soon retiring but will remain a part of the operation as a consultant.
December 09, 2024
Charles Higgins: A Legendary Career in the Potato Industry Comes to a Close
Agronomist, plant breeder, farmer. writer, philanthropist, mentor, potato ambassador, leader, Dr. Charles Higgins has been doing all those things for the better part of the past 50 years.
Award presented to the late Kevin McKenna’s family, L-R: Donald Stavert, PEI Potato Board Chair, Nolan McKenna, Linda McKenna, Caitlin McKenna, and Grant Compton, presenter of the award
December 09, 2024
PEI Potato Industry Honours Deserving Individuals at Annual Awards Celebration
The 2024 PEI Potato Industry Awards Banquet was held Friday, November 22 in Charlottetown and two very deserving members of the potato industry were recognized at the event.
Demonstration on Agronomic practices to People of Concern at Juru land in Nakivale camp
December 09, 2024
Agro-Nutrition: The role of orange-fleshed sweet potato in building resilient refugee communities in South-Western Uganda 
As of 2024, the global refugee population has surged to 43.4 million, a significant increase from 41 million in 2010! Uganda, now hosting over 1.74 million refugees, has emerged as Africa’s largest and the world’s fifth-largest refugee host nation.
December 08, 2024
Codex Alimentarius adopts the MRL for 1,4-dimethylnaphthalene potato sprout inhibitor
Great news for potato producers: Codex Alimentarius, the 'Food Code' has confirmed the safety of 1,4-dimethylnaphthalene (1,4-DMN) for use on potatoes. 1,4-DMN is a naturally occurring biocontrol agent that enhances dormancy, controls spouting and encourages field-fresh quality in stored potatoes.
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Official opening - Stefan Top (AVR Managing Director) & Kris Declercq (Mayor of Roeselare)
December 08, 2024
AVR opens revamped head office at the conclusion of 175th anniversary year
AVR, manufacturer of a full range of potato harvesting machines and a world player in that market segment, is concluding its 175th anniversary year with the festive opening of its revamped head office.
Branston is trialling electric lorries in its fleet
December 08, 2024
Potato Supplier Branston Gains International Validation On Net-Zero Goals
The ambitious net-zero goals of leading potato supplier Branston have been recognised by a pioneering organisation that supports businesses around the world to tackle the climate crisis.
SV Agri's In-House R&D Achieves DSIR Recognition, Unlocking New Possibilities in Agricultural Innovation
December 08, 2024
SV Agri's In-House R&D Achieves DSIR Recognition, Unlocking New Possibilities in Agricultural Innovation
Siddhivinayak Agri Processing Pvt Ltd (SV Agri) is proud to announce that its in-house Research & Development (R&D) unit has been officially recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR).
Potatoes on hand
December 04, 2024
Europa: se prohibe el uso de Metribuzina
Pese a gran resistencia por parte de los sectores productivos, desde el 24 de noviembre de 2024, su prohibición quedo reglamentada.
Potatoes in the market
December 04, 2024
Paraguay: presión de comerciantes para liberar la importación de papa
La Asociación de Importadores y Comerciantes Frutihortícolas (Asicofru) pide medidas “urgentes” para importar papa.
Randy Visser, who runs G. Visser and Sons, says he thinks it could be pretty devastating for P.E.I. producers.
December 03, 2024
Canadá: aranceles de Estados Unidos ponen a la producción en jaque
Los productores de papa de la Isla del Príncipe Eduardo temen que el arancel del 25% propuesto por Trump afecte gravemente sus exportaciones a EE. UU.
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México: heladas destrozan la producción
December 03, 2024
México: heladas destrozan la producción
Heladas causaron daños en 5,500 hectáreas de cultivos de papa, frijol y maíz, afectando a 3,000 productores con pérdidas cercanas a los 8 millones de pesos.
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December 03, 2024
Combination Scale and Baxmatic make Schuiling flexible while packing seed potatoes
Maatschap Schuiling, led by brothers Wietze and Gosse, is an agricultural family business focused on seed potatoes. What began with their grandfather after the war has grown into a flexible company delivering custom solutions to clients like Agrico and exporters. 
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November 28, 2024
Interpom 2024: More International and a record 24,000 Visitors
INTERPOM has broken all records with an impressive 23,998 visitors! Over the past few days, the potato industry gathered from all corners of the world at Kortrijk Xpo.
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November 28, 2024
From Sorting to Packaging: DKHV Training Enhances Knowledge on Potato Quality
The DKHV conducted a hands-on training session at Wild GmbH in Eppingen, enhancing QS specialists' knowledge on potato quality from sorting to packaging to ensure high standards throughout the supply chain.
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November 28, 2024
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November 27, 2024
Paraguay: policía detiene operación de contrabando en la frontera
Aunque no hubo detenidos, el caso evidencia la necesidad de mejorar las investigaciones para combatir este ilícito que afecta la producción nacional.

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