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The demographic clock is ticking loudly across global agriculture, and the potato sector, with its high capital and expertise demands, sits squarely in the crosshairs. The data is unequivocal. In the United States, ...

In Sri Lanka's central highlands, the climate crisis is not a future projection but a present-day agricultural collapse. Recent catastrophic floods in key potato-growing regions like Badulla and Nuwara Eliya have left ...

Recent data from Komistat, the statistical office of Russia's Komi Republic, paints a concerning picture for open-field crop production in 2025, highlighting the acute vulnerability of traditional farming systems to climatic and ...

Recent field trials conducted by researchers at the St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (SPC RAS) provide compelling, data-driven evidence for the agronomic and economic value of ...

A seemingly simple product—a bag of washed 'Gala' potatoes—has achieved a significant first in Eurasian agriculture. Grown by the Belarusian company Agrocenter Sula, the "Babina Leta" brand has become the first crop product, ...

This is a significant achievement and a great opportunity for the project to reach a new audience and share stories about people and potatoes in an even more vivid light. About the ...

For decades, yield — tons per hectare — has been the dominant measure of success in agriculture. It is simple, intuitive and widely used. However, in the modern agri-food system this metric ...

In the nascent years of Indian independence, a quiet agricultural revolution was brewing in the fields of West Bengal. On January 24, 1953, this culminated in a landmark event: the first Farmers' ...

In a powerful endorsement of Australian agriculture, Dutch potato processor Farm Frites has received the green light for a A$300 million (€185 million) production facility in Dooen, Victoria. Slated to be the ...

It is a remarkable agronomic success story: a crop unknown in India four centuries ago is now its undisputed king of vegetables. As documented by the Indian Potato Association, the potato (Solanum ...

In China’s northern Hebei province, on the upland plains of Zhangbei County, a modern potato complex is quietly feeding a fast-growing downstream market: dehydrated potato flakes. The site belongs to Zhangbei Yade ...

In a significant advancement for regional food security, Jeju Island Agricultural Technology Institute has exceeded its hydroponic seed potato production targets by 49%, securing 10.4 tons of certified disease-free seed potatoes for ...

For farmers, agronomists, and agricultural engineers worldwide, China's advancements in potato breeding and cultivation technologies offer valuable insights into the future of sustainable crop production. From disease-free seed systems to salt-tolerant varieties, ...

For farmers, agronomists, agricultural engineers, and scientists working in agriculture, technological innovation is revolutionizing potato production systems. From disease-free seedling cultivation to automated smart greenhouses and deep-processing products like "bursting french fries," ...

The story of Mabits'oane Diholo, a 53-year-old potato farmer in Lesotho’s Maseru district, encapsulates a quiet revolution sweeping through the nation's highlands. Once a subsistence grower, she now runs a profitable enterprise, ...

For four consecutive weeks, Russia has seen deflation in fruit and vegetable prices, including potatoes, according to Rosstat. However, retail prices remain stubbornly high: young potatoes sell for ~60 RUB/kg, while washed ...

Researchers at the Komi Scientific Center (Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences) have achieved a significant milestone with their newly patented 'Pechera' potato (Patent #14077, July 2025). This remarkable variety demonstrates exceptional resilience ...

Farmers in the Omsk region have made significant strides in their early harvest season, collecting 2.1 thousand tons of potatoes alongside 800 tons of beets and carrots, according to Governor Vitaly Khotsenko. This marks a ...

Potatoes, one of the world’s most vital crops, trace their origins back to a remarkable natural hybridization event 9 million years ago in South America. Scientists have discovered that the potato’s genome ...

The provincial government of South Sulawesi (Pemprov Sulsel) and the Gowa Regency administration have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector by distributing 175,000 rooted potato cuttings (basic seeds) to five local seed ...

Arkhangelsk Oblast has positioned itself as a leader in the production of elite seed potatoes, thanks to its favorable phytosanitary conditions and climate, which help maintain disease-free crops. According to the Ministry ...

The agricultural potential of Dusun Dangklik in Tolokan Village has once again been showcased through a successful potato harvest conducted by the Sidomakmur Farmers Group. Under the leadership of Village Head Sugiyono, ...

While potatoes dominate Russian fields, a new contender is emerging—sweet potato (batat). According to Zulu Ramazanov, a farmer from the Astrakhan region, this crop could become the next big thing in Russian ...

In recent years, agricultural innovation has become crucial for sustainable development, especially in mountainous regions with limited water resources. The water irrigation project in Lin Tao County, China, represents a groundbreaking solution to these ...

In a significant move towards agricultural innovation, Qingcheng County has launched a pioneering potato replanting project covering thousands of acres. This initiative not only aims to boost crop yields but also serves ...

Recent breakthroughs in potato processing have led to the successful trial production of potato-based rice ("potato rice") and potato flour buns, marking a significant shift in how this versatile crop is utilized1. Unlike ...

In the first half of 2025, the Republic of Buryatia imported 4,700 tons of potatoes, with 5,000 tons sourced from Mongolia alone, according to Rosselkhoznadzor (Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance). This ...

In Pskov Oblast, a unique initiative is underway to bring back old potato varieties, driven by the Velikie Luki State Agricultural Academy. As highlighted by Alexander Nikandrov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture of ...

Potatoes, a staple crop in Switzerland, are increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat and water scarcity. According to recent reports, temperatures above 27°C halt potato growth entirely, and prolonged drought exacerbates the problem. ...

A recent survey conducted by Поле.РФ and the "Тет-о-Твет" platform, involving 6,903 respondents from across Russia, provides intriguing insights into public expectations for the future of agriculture. While 41% believe farming will become more technology-driven by 2030, only 10% foresee a full-scale high-tech transformation ...

Buryatia, a republic in Russia heavily reliant on potato imports from Mongolia, has been abruptly cut off from this supply chain. The Mongolian government recently imposed an embargo on potato exports, citing ...

This March, PepsiCo’s Lay’s brand launched a limited-edition "24-Hour Harvest Potato Chips" series in China. Sourced from farms in Zhanjiang, these potatoes were harvested, processed, and packaged within a single day—capturing the ...

In recent years, Chinese farmers have made significant strides in adopting modern agricultural techniques. The implementation of high-standard farmland projects and water-saving irrigation systems is revolutionizing traditional farming methods. One notable example ...

In Nakatsugawa, Japan, the summer vegetable harvest season brought together families, farmers, and members of the local workers' welfare organization, Joy Seven, for a hands-on farming experience. Around 1,700 participants harvested potatoes (Kitakari variety) and ...

PepsiCo has officially closed its Frito-Lay manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, California, ending 50 years of operation and leaving many employees without jobs. While the company has not disclosed exact layoff numbers, ...

In Goyang’s Janghang 1-dong neighborhood, a heartwarming initiative called the "Love Sharing Hanmaeum Farm" has brought together volunteers, local welfare organizations, and low-income families through agriculture. On June 23, the Janghang 1-dong Community Welfare ...

In Egypt, a "purple fever" is sweeping markets as consumers rush to buy purple potatoes, touted for their weight-loss and health benefits. Vendors report skyrocketing demand, with customers specifically seeking this vibrant ...

From January 1 to June 13, 2024, China exported over 32,000 tons of food-grade potatoes to Russia’s Amur Oblast through the "Kani-Kurgan" checkpoint, according to Rosselkhoznadzor (Russia’s agricultural watchdog). This marks a 39-fold increase compared to the same ...

Agroholding "Miratorg" has taken a major step toward self-sufficiency in potato production by planting 180,000 micro-tubers grown in laboratory conditions in Kaliningrad’s open fields. This initiative, part of a 1-billion-ruble investment, aims to develop elite seed potatoes, ...

The city of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is celebrating a significant economic and agricultural milestone as Agristo, a leading European potato processor, prepares to break ground on a $450 million facility in ...

The snack food industry relies heavily on agricultural production, with potatoes being one of the most important crops in the U.S. According to the USDA, potato farms harvested over 41 billion pounds of potatoes ...

The recent campaign by Thai snack brand Tasto, “What Emotion Tastes Like,” demonstrates how artificial intelligence can transform consumer engagement by linking emotions to food preferences. Partnering with creative agency CJ WORX, Tasto used ...

Recently, "potato rice" has gained attention in China as an innovative processed food product. Made from fresh potatoes, buckwheat flour, corn flour, and glyceryl stearate, it offers a unique texture—chewy and elastic—but ...

Nestled in the arid lands of Weiyuan County, Gansu Province, the Huichuan Potato Research Station—founded in 1965—has spent 60 years transforming the humble potato into a powerhouse of agricultural prosperity. What began as a modest ...

In a landmark event for Indonesia’s agricultural sector, Kerinci Regency successfully harvested its first batch of G0-class potato seeds at the Balai Benih Induk (BBI) Kentang Kayu Aro on May 7, 2025. This milestone underscores the region’s ...

Native potatoes, domesticated in the Andes thousands of years ago, represent one of Peru’s most significant agricultural treasures. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), there are over 5,000 varieties of potatoes globally, with ...

Potatoes are a cornerstone of the American diet, appearing in everything from chips to frozen hash browns. However, recent recalls of potato-based products have raised alarms about food safety risks in the ...

The city of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is set to become a key hub for potato processing as Belgium-based Agristo prepares to break ground on a $450 million facility—its first in the United States. Scheduled ...

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Jeongan-myeon Saemaul Association in Gongju-si, South Korea, recently organized a volunteer potato planting event on fallow land covering approximately 1,000 m². Members planted 100 kg of ...

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Yeoju Agricultural Cooperative in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, recently organized a potato-planting event in collaboration with the Hometown Women’s Group (Hyanggo Jubu Moim). Now ...