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DLG President Hubertus Paetow addresses participants at the opening of PotatoEurope and SugarBeet Expo 2026 in Springe, Germany.
September 21, 2026
PotatoEurope 2026 and SugarBeet Expo Open with Focus on Climate-Resilient Root Crop Production
PotatoEurope 2026 and SugarBeet Expo opened in Germany, showcasing innovations for climate-resilient root-crop production. DLG President Paetow highlighted drought, pests, global markets and the need for competitive, sustainable farming systems.
PotatoEurope 2026
May 10, 2026
PotatoEurope 2026 to showcase potato technology, machinery and field innovations in Germany
PotatoEurope 2026 will return to Germany on September 9-10, 2026, at the Rittergut Gestorf estate near Hanover, showcasing the latest technology and innovations in potato cultivation and processing.
Reed glasswinged leafhopper on a potato leaf – the spreading pest at the center of new calls by Germany’s potato sector for intensified research and coordinated control strategies.
January 13, 2026
Germany’s Potato Industry Calls for Urgent Research as Leafhopper Pest Threatens Crop Resilience
Germany’s potato industry calls for urgent research and coordinated measures against the spreading reed glasswinged leafhopper to protect cultivation, jobs, and regional economic strength.
Industry experts and global audiences come together on stage at Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, where six specialist forums will drive dialogue on innovation, sustainability and the future of the international fresh fruit trade.
January 07, 2026
Fruit Logistica 2026: Six Stages Unite the Global Fresh Produce Industry to Shape the Future
Fruit Logistica 2026 (4–6 Feb, Berlin) brings the global fresh fruit industry together with six expert stages, 200 speakers and multilingual talks, covering markets, farming, technology, logistics and future innovation.
When FRUIT LOGISTICA takes place from 4 to 6 February 2026, Berlin will become the global home of fresh produce.
December 01, 2025
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026: Where Global Fresh Produce Meets Innovation and AI Trends
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026 (4–6 Feb, Berlin) gathers the global fresh produce industry for innovation, networking, and market insights. With 2,500+ exhibitors, expert forums, tech showcases, and the 20th Innovation Award, it drives the future of fresh produce.
Fruit Logistica 2026
November 19, 2025
Science-Driven Horticulture Takes Center Stage at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026
Robotics, imaging, sensors and data-driven tools will lead fruit and vegetable innovation at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026. The FRUTIC Science Symposium on 6 February will highlight advances shaping global horticultural production and postharvest management.
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A large number of potato plants grew in the greenhouses of the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology in the summer of 2025.
October 20, 2025
Germany to Decode Genetic Data of 6,357 Potato Varieties to Develop Drought-Resistant, Sustainable Crops
Germany’s POMORROW project will decode the genes of 6,357 potato varieties to advance breeding of drought-tolerant, pest-resistant and nutrient-efficient potatoes, supporting sustainable, climate-smart farming and securing future global food supplies.
The potato is an important crop plant, shown here with (left) and without (right) virus infection. Photo: Sara Fišer, NIB, Ljubljana (CC BY-NC-SA)
August 13, 2025
Researchers Develop a Genome Model to Boost Potato Stress Tolerance and Yield
Researchers from the Universities of Potsdam and Erlangen, the Max Planck Institute and the National Institute of Biology in Ljubljana developed Potato-GEM, a genome-scale metabolic model to study growth–defense trade-offs in crops.
Small group 1 during the practical part of the ‘Potato Specialist’ training course with Max Schümann (left) and Ariane Weiß (right)
July 02, 2025
DKHV Kicks Off 'Potato Specialist' Training: Theory Meets Practice in Lüneburg, Germany
The DKHV launched its 'Potato Specialist' training in Lüneburg Heath. Over 3 days, 46 participants explored potato botany, cultivation, plant protection, and quality standards through expert lectures and hands-on sessions. Next module is in autumn.
Join DKHV and UNIKA for a seven-day mini-series, “Potato.Cosmos.Culture – Stories from the Potato Universe,” exploring the potato's role in culture, innovation, and sustainability across the world and beyond.
June 02, 2025
Potato.Cosmos.Culture: DKHV and UNIKA Launch Global Campaign for 2nd International Day of Potato 2025
In celebration of International Day of Potato, DKHV & UNIKA launch a LinkedIn series on May 24, 2025, showcasing the potato’s global impact on food, culture, and innovation—plus a postcard campaign for key decision-makers. #PotatoCosmosCulture
The motto of FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025, "Fruitful Connections," emphasizes the event's dedication to cultivating meaningful partnerships and promoting collaboration throughout the industry
February 10, 2025
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025 attracts record-breaking participation and provides unrivalled platform for industry growth
Fruit Logistica, the leading trade show for the global fruit and vegetable business returned to Berlin from 5 to 7 February 2025, with over 2,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries and all parts of the fresh produce value chain.
FRUIT LOGISTICA offers numerous networking opportunities.
December 16, 2024
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025: Fruitful connections for the global fresh produce business
FRUIT LOGISTICA, the world’s leading trade show for the fresh produce business, remains the number one place for industry professionals from all over the globe to maintain and expand their professional network, discuss new trends and ideas, and grow their business.
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January 08, 2024
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September 15, 2022
PotatoEurope 2022 confirms its place as international venue for the potato industry
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