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八月 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.
八月 13, 2025
España: Patatas Melendez y su crecimiento de 12%
La empresa facturó 140 millones de euros en 2024, consolidando su liderazgo en el sector de la patata fresca. La empresa refuerza su modelo de cercanía con el campo, la sostenibilidad y la innovación para garantizar calidad, empleo y crecimiento rentable.
八月 12, 2025
Dutch Consul Explores Investment and Agricultural Collaboration at Beirut Erbil Company
Beirut Erbil Company received His Excellency, the Consul of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Erbil, Mr. Adriaan Jsselstein, at its headquarters. He was accompanied by Mrs. Eva Fijen, Second Secretary for Economic Affairs at the Dutch Embassy in Baghdad, along with members of the Dutch Consulate staff.
八月 12, 2025
IFCG-Egypt to Exhibit at Anuga 2025, Showcasing Next-Gen Sweet Potato Fries
IFCG-Egypt will be participating as an exhibitor at the Anuga Food Trade Show 2025, one of the world’s most influential platforms for food innovation and global sourcing. They will showcase the latest generation of frozen sweet potato fries. Sponsored Content
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八月 12, 2025
Potato Growers Urged to Perform Pre-Harvest Residue Testing Amid Dry Conditions Affecting Nematicide Breakdown
Potato growers should test for nematicide residues like Nemathorin 10G before harvest due to dry conditions slowing breakdown. Follow the 119-day wait after application and use accredited labs for testing to ensure crop safety and meet standards.
八月 11, 2025
Want to Speak at Potato Expo 2026? Call for Proposals Highlighting Innovation in Potato Cultivation
NPC invites proposals for Potato Expo 2026 sessions on innovation, tech, trends & collaboration. Formats: 20–40 min talks or panels. Submit by Sept 12; notifications by Oct 10. Topics: production, trade, tech, research, policy & more.
八月 11, 2025
African Plant Protection Agencies Unite to Combat Devastating Potato Pest Threat
IITA, FAO & partners equip 12 African nations to detect/manage Potato Cyst Nematodes, a pest slashing yields & threatening trade, via training, diagnostics, awareness & regional cooperation to protect farmers’ livelihoods & potato production.
八月 11, 2025
University of Manitoba welcomes Linda Schott as Potato Sustainability Chair
The University of Manitoba has named Dr. Linda Schott as the first UM Research Chair in Potato Sustainability, a key role focused on educating students and promoting innovation and sustainability in Manitoba’s growing potato industry.
八月 07, 2025
McCain Foods India Launches First Regenerative Agriculture Demo Farm in Gujarat to Boost Sustainable Potato Farming
McCain Foods India launched its first Regenerative Agriculture Demonstration Farm in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, on World Environment Day to promote soil health, biodiversity, and water efficiency, supporting its goal of 100% regenerative farming by 2030.
八月 07, 2025
ICAR-CPRI Launches Kufri Chipbharat-1: India’s New High-Yield Potato Variety for Chip Processing
CPRI launched Kufri Chipbharat-1, a new potato variety for processing, marking a significant advancement in India's agricultural sector. The release, attended by key officials, supports India's position as the second-largest global potato producer.
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
Perú: industria de snacks firma contratos con productores locales
Productores de Huánuco acordaron vender 2975 toneladas de papa variedad Capiro a Inka Crops, en un contrato que beneficiará a más de 900 familias y fortalecerá la integración de la agricultura familiar al mercado agroindustrial.
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.




