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United States Retail potato sales increased in April – June 2022 (Q2)
July 09, 2025
Brasil: cosecha en Vargem Grande impacta sobre los mercados
La oferta de papa aumentó considerablemente con la cosecha de Vargem Grande, en el estado de São Paulo.
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July 09, 2025
Argentina: heladas en el norte afectan gran parte de los cultivos
En el Valle de los Pericos las bajas temperaturas ocasionaron daños en la producción de papa, zapallito, chaucha y frutilla
Luciano Velázquez, creador de la Papatrónica, tecnología para evitar pérdidas en la producción de papa.
July 09, 2025
Argentina: sensor para medir impactos en tiempo real
Un equipo argentino desarrolló la Papatrónica, un dispositivo en forma de tubérculo que mide impactos en tiempo real, ayudando a evitar pérdidas millonarias y a mejorar la sustentabilidad alimentaria.
Potato Market Update 24th August
July 09, 2025
The Potato Politics of Putin Exposes Economic Isolation in Russia and the Changing Nature of Conflict
When looking for evidence of a changing global order, consider the potato. Russia is currently experiencing record shortages of this widely consumed staple food.
Private labels rise as quality and value rival national brands
July 08, 2025
Study: Consumers Purchase Private Label Products Without Knowing
First Insight’s latest study, The Quiet Takeover of Private Label, finds that differences between private label products and national brands have blurred so much that most consumers can no longer distinguish between the two.
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July 08, 2025
España: bajos precios para los agricultores de Almería
Malas nuevas para los productores de patata temprana en la provincia de Almería, pues esta es la zona de Andalucía donde más barata se vende.
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July 08, 2025
Costa Rica: respaldo a la producción nacional
Frente a las masivas importaciones de papa, la cámara nacional de agricultura se pronunció en favor de los productores nacionales denunciando la situación que enfrentan.
3D food printing in action: TNO’s innovative technology combines with Royal Avebe’s potato-based ingredients to create sustainable, plant-based food solutions.
July 07, 2025
Printing the Future of Food: How Royal Avebe and TNO Are Using Potato Starch to 3D-print Plant-based Food
Royal Avebe and TNO are pioneering 3D food printing using potato starch to create plant-based meat alternatives. Discover how this sustainable innovation could transform global food production and improve food security worldwide.
Bashir Jalal, Iraq’s top Riviera potato grower, honored by Agrico representative Mr. Shaaban Nahar for 16+ years of excellence in Duhok’s potato sector.
July 07, 2025
Potato Farmer Bashir Jalal Honored as Top grower in Iraq of the Agrico Riviera potato variety
Bashir Jalal, a farmer from Duhok’s Sheikhan district, has been named Iraq’s top grower of the River potato variety by Agrico, thanks to 16+ years of dedication. His success highlights the Kurdistan Region’s thriving potato sector and growing exports.
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July 07, 2025
Area for Potato Cultivation in The Netherlands reaches New Heights in 2025
In 2025, over 83 thousand hectares of ware potatoes will be grown in The Netherlands. This is 8.6 percent more than last year. The last time the cultivation area of ​​ware potatoes exceeded 80 thousand hectares was in 2000.
Olivia Smith, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University
July 06, 2025
MSU Researcher Part of Internationally Recognized Study Highlighting Farm Diversification Advantages
A research team, including Michigan State University Assistant Professor Olivia Smith, gained international recognition in 2024 for a study showing that agricultural diversification benefits both growers and the environment worldwide.
Patrick Baudry, French astronaut and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, inspires attendees at the Europatat Congress 2025 in Lille with his keynote address on resilience and exploration.
July 06, 2025
Europatat Congress 2025: Europe Potato Industry Faces the Future with Innovation and Resilience
Europatat Congress 2025 in Lille brought together Europe’s potato leaders to tackle challenges like climate change, shifting consumption, and global trade. With optimism, speakers stressed innovation, sustainability, and adapting to consumer demands.
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Arafa Company’s state-of-the-art storage facility prepares for export loading. Proper curing, ventilation, and cold storage ensure potatoes remain firm and sprout-free on long journeys to key markets like Malaysia and the UK.
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Aviko is expanding its Gansu, China plant, boosting flake capacity by 70% to meet global demand, especially in Asia. The move supports sustainable growth, aligns with Cosun’s strategy, and strengthens Aviko’s global position in potato processing.
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CIP launches South Asia Regional Centre in Agra to boost potato research and farmer livelihoods.
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CIP Announces Launch of South Asia Regional Centre in Agra to Advance Potato Research and Farmer Prosperity
The International Potato Center (CIP) will establish its South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC) in Singna, Agra. The Union Cabinet, led by PM Modi, approved the move based on a proposal from the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

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