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Paraguay: capacitación para la producción de papa
November 11, 2024
Paraguay: capacitación para la producción de papa
En el "Día de Campo" en Carapeguá, productores aprendieron técnicas para optimizar la producción de papa y cebolla, promoviendo el abastecimiento nacional y la rentabilidad.
Salomé Prat, a researcher from the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) at the Centre for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) and Christian Bachem, a researcher at Wageningen University (WUR).
November 11, 2024
Improving nitrogen use efficiency in potatoes on a genetic level
Researchers have identified the StCDF1 gene as a key regulator in potatoes, enhancing nitrogen use efficiency and paving the way for the development of high-yielding, nitrogen-efficient cultivars.
(LR) Richard Baker - CEO and Gerard Backx - Former CEO of Royal HZPC Group
November 10, 2024
HZPC says goodbye to Gerard Backx and calls for resilience revolution
Potato breeding company HZPC says goodbye to Gerard Backx and calls for resilience revolution This year's Potato Days of potato breeder Royal HZPC Group were marked by a farewell and a new beginning.
Royal Avebe and ChainCraft announce strategic collaboration
November 10, 2024
Royal Avebe and ChainCraft enter strategic collaboration to convert residual potato juice into high value products
ChainCraft, a pioneer in the production of circular chemicals and Royal Avebe, a global leader in potato-based starch and protein innovations, are proud to announce a huge step towards a strategic collaboration by entering into a Heads of Agreement.
Genesis Fertilizers
November 07, 2024
Genesis Fertilizers expands partnerships with CARBONCO and Whitecap to develop a proposed low carbon-intensity fertilizer plant
Genesis Fertilizers Limited Partnership has solidified two strategic partnerships to further its vision of developing a low carbon-intensity fertilizer production facility.
November 04, 2024
México: perspectivas para el Valle del Yaqui
La sequía es una variable que ha afectado las superficies productivas para la próxima zafra.
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A Helping Gene for Healthier Plants
November 01, 2024
New Gene Discovery Offers Method to Boost Potato Plant Resilience to Fungi, Drought, and Climate Stress
Researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) have discovered a new gene that controls plants' sensitivity to threats like fungi and drought. The working of this gene was confirmed in potatoes and tobacco.
Lluvias en España dificultan el trabajo en el campo
October 30, 2024
España: el clima y las lluvias dificultan el trabajo en el campo
La cosecha de patata en Xinzo de Limia está al 60%. Coristanco necesita otros 5 días buenos para acabar la cosecha.
Group picture of the entire consortium at the last project’s meeting held in Bonn on 29-30 May 2024
October 28, 2024
ADAPT project comes to an end after four important and productive years of potato research
The ADAPT project, funded by the EU Horizon 2020 program, has concluded with significant advancements in developing climate-resilient potatoes, bringing together a multidisciplinary team to enhance stress resilience and breeding strategies for future potato crops.
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October 28, 2024
Climate crunch time is here, new United Nations report warns
Countries must start curbing emissions immediately, according to the UN Emissions Gap Report 2024.
Einride Partners with PepsiCo to Electrify US Frito-Lay Food Routes
October 26, 2024
Einride Partners with PepsiCo to Electrify US Frito-Lay Food Routes
Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, has announced its partnership with PepsiCo, with a fleet of digitally optimized electric trucks live in Memphis, Tennessee.
La proxima semana arranca la cosecha de papa en el norte del estado
October 21, 2024
México: congreso nacional de papa
Será en Los Mochis durante la última semana de noviembre y convocará a los distintos actores del sector productivo.
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October 20, 2024
Researchers Discover Key Link between Carbon Storage and Farming Method
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PepsiCo Foods North America announces key hires to boost agricultural best practices and sustainability
October 18, 2024
PepsiCo announces key hires to boost agricultural best practices and sustainability in North America
PepsiCo is strengthening its commitment to agricultural innovation and sustainability by announcing two pivotal job openings at its Plano headquarters. The company is seeking a Potato Storage Research & Best Practices Manager and a Senior Manager – Best Practices & Sustainability to drive forward its initiatives in crop quality and environmental stewardship.
Argentina: lluvia en Salta afecta los precios al alza
October 16, 2024
Argentina: lluvia en Salta afecta los precios al alza
La lluvia afectó la producción y distribución de papa, llevando a un aumento en los precios a $12 y $13 mil la bolsa.
España: desastre en el norte de Burgos
October 16, 2024
España: desastre en el norte de Burgos
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Tribal farmers of Leh district adopting ICAR-CPRI-improved potato varieties
October 08, 2024
Tribal farmers of Leh district adopting ICAR-CPRI-improved potato varieties
The ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute organised a front-line demonstration programme showcasing improved potato varieties to empower local farmers and promote sustainable agricultural production.

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