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九月 23, 2025
México: industria cancela contratos y el sector productivo paga las consecuencias
Productores de papa en Sinaloa enfrentan una crisis por el incumplimiento de contratos de la industria, que devolvió volúmenes pactados y saturó las bodegas, provocando caída de precios y desánimo para nuevas siembras.
九月 23, 2025
Electrifying Weed Control: Canada’s Weed Zapper Research Powers a Chemical-Free Future for Crops
Prince Edward Island researchers are testing the Weed Zapper, an electric tool offering a chemical-free alternative to herbicides. The 2-year study aims to cut costs, limit weed spread, and support sustainable pest management in horticulture crops.
九月 17, 2025
Campesinos de Ybytymí denuncian abandono oficial mientras la plaga arrasa los cultivos de papa
Los productores de papa de la Asociación Frutihortícola y Pecuaria de Ybytymí (Paraguarí), que reúne a 205 familias, alertan sobre una plaga que afecta sus cultivos, amenaza la economía campesina y agrava sus deudas.
九月 10, 2025
Michigan Potato Industry Commission Launches Late Blight Resource Webpage
A new webpage by the Michigan Potato Industry Commission offers growers tools to identify and manage late blight, featuring pathogen details, outbreak protocols, fungicide advice and links to monitoring organizations.
九月 08, 2025
‘Hope is Diminishing’: P.E.I. Potato Farmers Brace for Major Crop Losses Amid Severe Drought
P.E.I. potato farmers face major crop losses as drought grips the island. With only 10% irrigated land, yields are falling below average. Farmers like Andrew Lawless expect 30% losses, warning climate change demands urgent investment in irrigation. Sponsored Content
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九月 07, 2025
Renaissance BioScience Secures Australian Patent for Innovative RNA Biopesticide Technology
Renaissance BioScience Corp. secured an Australian patent on Sept 4, 2025, for its yeast-based RNA platform, targeting the Colorado Potato Beetle with eco-friendly biopesticides. It also eyes animal and human health markets.
九月 03, 2025
Colombia: plan de apoyo a los productores de Nariño
El gobierno de Colombia lanzó un plan de apoyo para pequeños productores de papa en Nariño, que incluye compra pública a precio justo y apertura de nuevos mercados para enfrentar la crisis generada por el contrabando y los bajos precios.
八月 26, 2025
Maine Potato Harvest at Risk as Drought Threatens Crops and Farmers Turn to Irrigation
Drought across Maine, with 80% of the state affected, threatens potato harvests. Experts warn stunted growth, urging irrigation. The USD 1.3 Billion industry faces risks as relief isn’t expected until early autumn.
八月 25, 2025
Uruguay Advances Potato Seed Innovation: Research and Farmers Join Forces to Boost National Production
Potatoes are the main vegetable crop in Uruguay, where production volume (20% of total vegetables), level of consumption (30 kg/inhabitant/year), and nutritional benefits make potatoes a staple food that contributes to food security.
八月 20, 2025
Oxbo and Allan Equipment Team Up to Advance Potato Planting and Harvesting in North America
Strategic partnership between Oxbo and Allan Equipment. Enhanced product portfolio to meet the demand of potato growers. Complementary strengths leveraging Allan’s technical innovation with Oxbo’s network.
八月 19, 2025
Canadian Research Shows Regenerative Practices Improve Potato Yields and Farm Resilience
A Canadian study shows regenerative practices in potato farming boost soil health, yields and carbon capture. Trials found plant diversity raises marketable yield and resilience without more diseases, supporting long term farm viability
八月 06, 2025
Colombia: productores piden regular precios de sus cosechas
Los productores de papa, afectados por el desplome de precios, exigen al Gobierno un precio mínimo de compra similar al establecido recientemente para el arroz, además de apoyos para cubrir la brecha entre costos de producción y precios de venta.
八月 06, 2025
Argentina: McCain redobla su apuesta en el país
La canadiense McCain celebra 30 años en Argentina. Lidera el mercado de papas prefritas y apunta a crecer en el consumo hogareño y nuevos destinos. En el país se consumen 100.000 toneladas anuales de papas congeladas, el 80% destinadas a gastronomía.




