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A recent social media report from the remote Chukotka Autonomous Okrug in Russia’s Far East has painted a vivid picture of agricultural supply chain failure. Residents of towns like Bilibino are reportedly ...

As part of the ongoing International Potato Tour (IPT), our team visited Pakistan — a country with dynamic agricultural potential and distinctive characteristics in the potato sector. The trip combined in-depth industry ...

For agricultural professionals, the enduring mystery of which potato variety fuels In-N-Out Burger's iconic fries is more than a culinary curiosity—it's a case study in the precise alignment of agronomic traits with ...

International Potato Tour — India | Potato Summit, Delhi At the Potato Summit in Delhi, the International Potato Tour continues its mission: meeting the people who are building the real potato industry ...

The Primorsky Krai in Russia's Far East has successfully harvested and placed into winter storage a significant reserve of potatoes and vegetables, totalling over 90,000 tonnes. According to regional data, the organized ...

In the remote settlement of Turukhansk, located in Russia's Krasnoyarsk Krai within the Arctic Circle, local authorities recently levied significant fines against three retailers for excessive price markups on staple foods. Inspections ...

On December 5th, in the village of Magan near Yakutsk, a new 500-ton capacity potato storage facility was officially opened, specifically designed for seed material. This event, attended by local and regional ...

Price Decline as a Driver of Food Stability Brazil is experiencing a notable drop in potato prices, directly contributing to a more affordable basic food basket for consumers. As potatoes remain a ...

In the rural municipality of Pansy, Manitoba, Mel and Helen Kachur have redefined retirement by transforming three acres into a powerful engine for community food security. Dubbed the "Garden of Eden," their ...

A recent multinational study published in Food Science & Nutrition has delivered a stark warning, identifying an increased lifetime cancer risk for children who consume potato chips due to acrylamide (AA) exposure. Using precise ...

The guidance from a culinary expert to select potatoes in mesh or perforated packaging is more than just a shopping tip; it is a direct reflection of the fundamental physiology of the ...

In a single morning on October 18th, a force of 80 volunteers braved adverse weather to harvest 11,096 pounds of potatoes at the University of Wyoming’s Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center ...

In a major effort to preserve Andean agrobiodiversity and enhance food security, the Association of Native Potato Guardians of Peru (AGUAPAN) and the Yanapay Group have distributed eight tons of native potato ...

The Russian Federal Service for Intellectual Property (Rospatent) has officially registered "Tambov Potato" as a new Geographical Indication (GI). This legal status formally recognizes the intrinsic link between the product's specific qualities ...

The Russian Federal Service for Intellectual Property (Rospatent) has officially registered "Tambov Potato" as a new Geographical Indication (GI). This legal status formally recognizes the intrinsic link between the product's specific qualities ...

In an industry where margins are tight and sustainability is increasingly mandated, a Belgian startup called Polysense is demonstrating a powerful new application for artificial intelligence. Founded by recent engineering graduates, the ...

Breeder Boris Contreras grew up chasing native potatoes across Chile’s islands with his father, a university researcher. Today he leads Novaseed, a family-run program that blends that wild diversity with modern breeding—producing ...

Jan Ryser, a 32-year-old farmer from Golaten in the Swiss canton of Bern, is facing a modern agricultural nightmare. Despite a successful harvest, he is unable to sell 32 tonnes of his ...

The theft of a commercial quantity of potatoes from a field in Russia's Bryansk region is more than a local crime story; it is a symptom of a widespread and often underestimated ...

In a sweeping regulatory action, Russian prosecutors have issued formal warnings to more than 5,300 companies accused of unjustified price increases on essential food items in 2025. The crackdown, personally overseen by ...

A recent government initiative in South Sulawesi distributes 350,000 potato seeds to local farmers, aiming to boost productivity and food self-sufficiency. This article analyzes the strategic benefits of localized seed distribution, its ...

Potato cyst nematode (PCN), a microscopic but devastating pest, is now the target of a coordinated offensive across 12 African nations. With funding from the WTO’s Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) and technical ...

The Tver Testing Laboratory (affiliated with the Federal Center for Animal Health) recently completed exhaustive quality control checks on 11,000 metric tons of potatoes grown in Russia's Tver region. The results set a new ...

On September 1, 2025, Calbee Potato will launch 200g packs of frozen, pre-cut "Inca no Mezame" potatoes - marking the company's first expansion beyond frozen fries into prepared ingredients. The product features: 10mm cubed ...

According to the Kuzbass Ministry of Agriculture, locally grown potatoes and vegetables can only be stored in fresh condition until April under current conditions. Beyond that, traders must rely on imported produce ...

The Kyrgyz government is intensifying efforts to stabilize food prices and ensure domestic supply, particularly for staple vegetables like potatoes and carrots. With rising regional demand and fluctuating prices, the Ministry of ...

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 ...

The Alberta government has allocated a one-time $3.2 million capital grant to 12 applied research associations (ARAs), including Farming Smarter near Lethbridge, to advance agricultural research and technology adoption. This funding will ...

In 2025, Calbee initiated a trial program in two Japanese elementary schools—Setagaya’s Nakazato Elementary and Osaka’s Toyosaki Elementary—where around 80 students cultivated potatoes using Potato Bags, a portable, soil-filled growing medium developed by Calbee Potato and ...

In North Korea’s inland regions, such as South Pyongan and Hwanghae provinces, farmers typically plant potatoes in mid-March and harvest them after the summer solstice (June 21). However, reports from Radio Free ...

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 ...

Russia’s Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) recently halted a major biosecurity threat—14,100 tons of Egyptian potatoes contaminated with quarantine pests. The shipment, intercepted at Novorossiysk port, contained potato tuber moth ...

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 ...

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 ...

The global food processing industry faces mounting pressure from rising resource costs, stringent sustainability regulations, and labor shortages. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), nearly 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted ...

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 a significant development for post-harvest handling and food preservation, researchers at the Chungnam Agricultural Research and Extension Services have demonstrated that vacuum-packed cut potatoes maintain excellent quality for up to 10 days when stored ...

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 ...

The Novgorod region is making significant strides in developing its own potato seed production, ensuring food security and reducing dependence on foreign varieties. According to the regional Ministry of Agriculture, local farmers ...

The U.S. potato industry continues to navigate shifting consumer preferences and economic challenges, as highlighted in Potatoes USA’s 2024 Foodservice Volumetric Report. While total potato volume in foodservice declined by 1.6% year-over-year (July 2023–June 2024), ...

Central Food Processing Minister Chirag Paswan recently highlighted Uttar Pradesh’s vast potential in food processing, particularly in Agra, known for its potatoes and petha (a sweet made from ash gourd). His remarks ...

Royal HZPC Group is poised for a historic financial year, with projected revenues surpassing €500 million—a significant increase from the previous year. This growth is driven by strong global demand for high-quality, ...

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 ...

Frito-Lay North America, a PepsiCo division, recently launched Lay’s Thai-Style Red Curry potato chips, capitalizing on the growing U.S. demand for international flavors. The product features lemongrass, coconut milk, and red chili—ingredients that reflect ...

Join us on 21 May with FAO and the World Potato Congress to explore how one tuber can transform farming communities

Legacy, innovation, and new nutritional horizons — an interview with Chilean breeder Boris Contreras https://youtu.be/wLbdTVNbWa4 The Contreras potato story began with a father’s expeditions for wild potatoes and continues in the son’s ...

Despite being a global staple feeding over 1.3 billion people, the potato has long resisted major breeding improvements due to its complex genetics. The crop’s tetraploid nature—with four sets of chromosomes instead ...