
八月 01, 2026
Potato Association of America concludes 110th annual meeting with new leadership and research focus
The Potato Association of America (PAA) concluded its 110th Annual Meeting in New Orleans with the installation of its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, recognition of Honorary Life Members and the announcement of the 2027 meeting in Minneapolis.
七月 30, 2026
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission Backs Revolutionary Sweetpotato Milk to Reduce Waste
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission and Rootsii are developing a first-of-its-kind sweetpotato milk from surplus crops. Backed by USD 1.82 million funding, the sustainable dairy alternative aims to reduce waste and create new markets for growers.
七月 30, 2026
Renaissance BioScience expands RNAi biopesticide platform to target wireworms
Renaissance BioScience has secured Genome BC funding to develop a yeast-based RNAi biopesticide targeting wireworms. The project aims to extend the company's RNAi platform to soil-dwelling pests, offering a potential new tool for potato growers.
七月 29, 2026
Un estudio del CIP/WPC analiza el potencial del procesamiento de papa en la zona andina
Un estudio del CIP/WPC concluye que la zona andina tiene una oportunidad clara para ampliar el procesamiento de papa, sustituir importaciones y agregar valor local, pero para lograrlo deberá desarrollar variedades adaptadas a la industria, fortalecer el acceso a semilla de calidad y mejorar la colaboración entre investigación, productores, semilleristas y empresas procesadoras.
七月 28, 2026
Perú: El Niño favorece avance de plaga y obliga a destruir 100 hectáreas de papa
Productores de papa en Quilmaná (Perú) destruyeron unas 100 hectáreas de cultivo tras un brote de plaga favorecido por las altas temperaturas asociadas a El Niño. Estiman pérdidas de 2 millones de soles y piden apoyo del Gobierno.
七月 27, 2026
Cellar Insights Launches Rotten Potato Data Project to Strengthen Early Warning for Potato Storage Spoilage
Cellar Insights launched the Rotten Potato Data Project, inviting Canadian growers to share historical potato storage spoilage data. The project uses machine learning to improve early warning for rot and storage losses while paying participants. Sponsored Content
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七月 21, 2026
Global Seed Potato Trade Enters a New Biosecurity Era as Countries Strengthen Phytosanitary Controls
Global seed potato trade is entering a new biosecurity era as countries tighten phytosanitary rules, expand digital ePhyto certification, and strengthen disease testing, making certified, traceable seed essential for global market access.
七月 17, 2026
McCain Foods Launches Ceres AI-Supported Grower Pilot Program to Improve Potato Field Visibility and Decision-Making
McCain Foods launches a Ceres AI-supported grower pilot program to improve field visibility and decision-making. The AI solution helps potato growers optimize scouting, coordination, and in-season crop management.
七月 14, 2026
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Agristo Potato Processing Facility in Grand Forks
Agristo has officially broken ground on its new potato processing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The project is expected to create 300–350 jobs, process 275,000 tons of potatoes annually, and begin production in fall 2029. Sponsored Content

七月 09, 2026
SAI Platform launches Regenerating Together Programme at 2026 Annual Event
SAI Platform launched its Regenerating Together Programme during the 2026 Annual Event, bringing together industry partners to advance regenerative agriculture through practical implementation, collaboration and resilient production systems.
七月 09, 2026
Agristo Joins Potato Sustainability Alliance as New Processor Member
Agristo has joined the Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) as a Processor Member, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable potato production. The move supports industry collaboration as Agristo expands its first U.S. processing facility.
七月 08, 2026
Global Demand for Frozen French Fries Continues to Grow Despite Market Challenges
Global demand for frozen French fries grow steadily in 2026 driven by QSR expansion, retail frozen food sales and convenience trends. Rising consumption supports processing potato demand despite supply volatility, higher costs and climate risks.
七月 08, 2026
Brasil: Conexión Brasileña de la Papa 2026, evento que reunirá a los principales actores del sector
La Asociación Brasileña de Papas Frescas (Abbin) organizará Conexão Batata Brasileira 2026 en Campinas los días 20 y 21 de noviembre. El evento reunirá a la cadena de la papa con una feria comercial, foros técnicos y actividades de networking.




