Search Result for 'Scotland'

In a move that reflects the growing ambition of Scottish snack brand Taylors Snacks, the company has secured its first listing in ALDI stores across the UK. This expansion marks a milestone ...

Extreme weather in Scotland is severely impacting the potato harvest, with heavy rainfall delaying planting and extending the harvesting period. This disruption poses risks to exports and requires additional machinery investment. The ...

Current Market Overview As of July 5, 2024, the prices for Maris Piper and White potatoes in England and Scotland have been notably stable, with no week-over-week fluctuations reported. However, a closer ...

A detailed analysis by SRUC explores Scotland’s pivotal role in the UK potato sector, focusing on seed potato production and its economic implications amidst shifting consumer preferences and Brexit-related challenges.

Explore the challenges faced by Scotland's potato sector, including declining fresh potato demand and Brexit-related export concerns, as outlined in a recent study by SRUC. The article emphasizes the sector's economic significance, ...

This winter season has been a particularly extreme one for the UK due to unpredictable weather and this has seriously affected one of our country's key crops - the potato. Wet weather, ...

The worst drought farms have faced in decades is making conditions worse.Experts have warned that potatoes may stop growing on Scottish soil over the next few years due to climate change. Farmers ...

Plans have been unveiled for a new International Potato Innovation Centre (IPIC) in Scotland. As Ewan Pate reports for Farmers Guardian, it will cost an estimated £40 million, and will be constructed at James Hutton ...

PCN Action Scotland, a project funded by the Scottish Government, is hosting an open day at a PCN trial site near Forfar, Angus on the 16th of August. The event is organised by SAC Consulting Solutions. ...

Set for a limited initial run of 250,000 bags, Mackie’s of Scotland Potato Crisps will launch a spicy chips flavor ahead of the festive season under the name of Boxing Day Curry. ...

After the Plant Health Centre led a working Group to identify a clear strategy for dealing with the Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) crisis, a report was delivered to the Scottish Government, which ...

Scientists at the James Hutton Institute have outlined plans for a Potato Innovation and Translation Hub as a centre of excellence to translate innovation and research into solutions for the potato industry. As Michael Barker reports ...

Industry leaders have said they will push to reinstate Scotland’s valuable seed potato trade with Europe at the opening of Solana Seeds’ new Scottish base on Wednesday (August 11). NFU Scotland vice ...

Growers have shunned a Scottish government proposal for a 'Scotland-specific' seed potato agreement with the EU

Scotland-based Strategic Potato Farm activity for a second year

Farming in the north-west of Scotland can be tough enough given the somewhat challenging weather conditions, but the right machinery can make things a little easier Mike Martin runs Garguston Farm at ...

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon helped to formally open Albert Bartlett’s new £17m chilled potato plant last month.She unveiled a special plaque during her visit to the leading potato firm’s Airdrie headquarters.The ...

The Highlander crisps plant at Bathgate, West Lothian, closed on July 31 with the loss of 28 jobs. The Italian parent company, Unichips SpA, said it was closing the factory due to ...

Current Market Situation New season Queens potatoes have begun to appear in the market as they reach maturity. The introduction of these early potatoes comes as a welcome relief, particularly with the ...

As the potato market in Ireland and the UK navigates a complex landscape of supply and demand, recent reports highlight both opportunities and challenges for growers, retailers, and consumers. From strong consumer ...

As he assumes his role, Prof. Toth expressed his enthusiasm for leading the EAPR, highlighting the association's unique blend of researchers, extension specialists, and industry professionals. He described the EAPR as a ...

The future of potato crop production is a hot topic at Potatoes in Practice (PiP), the UK’s largest field-based potato event on Thursday 8 August in Dundee. Hosted by the James Hutton Institute, ...

Reinstating Scottish seed potatoes into the EU market remains a priority amidst supply challenges and phytosanitary concerns. Amidst the ongoing ramifications of Brexit, UK seed potato producers have encountered barriers in exporting ...

The James Hutton Institute (Scotland) has confirmed the extension of funding for the 'Fight Against Blight' (FAB) scheme (https://blight.hutton.ac.uk/BlightReport) for the 2024 season, ensuring the continued protection of Britain’s potato crops against ...