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German farmers are raising alarms over devastating harvest losses caused by stolbur disease, a phytoplasma infection transmitted by the reed planthopper (Pentastiridius leporinus). The pathogen, Candidatus Phytoplasma solani, attacks solanaceous crops—primarily potatoes and sugar beets—causing ...

In the Babushkinsky district of Russia, farmers in the village of Fetinino woke up to a devastating sight—their freshly planted potato fields had been completely destroyed by wild boars. "Our potatoes vanished ...

Potatoes remain one of the most demanding yet profitable crops in modern agriculture. In Russia’s Tambov region, Vi Grow has mastered the art of growing specialized potatoes for French fry production, achieving consistent high ...

On March 5–6, 2025, the city of Cheboksary, capital of Chuvashia, hosted the XVII Interregional Agricultural Exhibition, an event that once again proved to be a major gathering for professionals, farmers, and ...

Herbicide Innovations 2025: What You Need to Know As global agriculture continues to face mounting challenges from herbicide-resistant weeds, changing regulations, and rising input costs, the importance of precise, diversified weed control ...

The potato industry in Maine is experiencing a shift, driven by consumers' growing interest in potatoes with distinctive sizes, shapes, colors, and flavors. To address this trend, the University of Maine Cooperative ...

The initiative focuses on two certified Russian potato varieties, “Meteor” and “Vostorg,” grown in-vitro under a collaborative agreement with the A.G. Lorch Federal Potato Research Center. Researchers are studying the response of ...

In the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, farmers are facing a new set of challenges due to the unpredictable weather patterns and the heavy fog that has been affecting their crops, especially ...

On January 16, 2025, Mahindra EPC Irrigation Ltd achieved an impressive 20% increase in its stock price, closing at ₹122.1. This sharp rise positioned it as the top gainer in the BSE's ...

The global potato chips market is showing impressive growth, driven by innovations, changing consumer preferences, and increasing demand for healthier snacks. This article analyzes key market players, technological advancements, and regional trends ...

The Expanding Role of Resistant Starch in the Global Food Industry The global resistant starch market is experiencing remarkable growth, projected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% from ...

Tajikistan experienced a record potato harvest in the first ten months of 2024, producing 1.13 million tons, a remarkable 20.6% increase compared to the previous year. This surge in production is driven by increased planting areas ...

Ireland's organic vegetable market is marked by stark contrasts: while demand for organic produce surges, 70% of the vegetables bought by Irish consumers come from imports. This imbalance presents a unique challenge ...

The dehydrated potato products market is growing rapidly, driven by demand for convenience and healthier food options. Innovations in drying and packaging technologies, alongside sustainability initiatives, are shaping the industry’s future. Challenges ...

This article discusses how potatoes are contributing to food security and economic growth in Africa, highlighting production trends, processing innovations, and strategic marketing in key potato-producing nations.

Solynta, a pioneering Dutch company, is at the forefront of this revolutionary approach to potato cultivation. Their ground breaking work in hybrid breeding and true potato seeds is driving the transformation of ...

For generations, potato farming has relied on traditional methods. However, a transformative leap forward is now taking place with the introduction of direct sowing of true potato seeds. This innovative approach holds ...

The 2024 potato growing season presented unprecedented challenges for the North-Western European Potato Growers (NEPG), an organization representing Belgium, the Netherlands, France, and Germany. Climate volatility, economic pressures, and unpredictable market conditions ...

RPE’s new sweet potato program is set to transform the fresh produce market by providing consumers with convenient and flexible options that cater to a variety of lifestyles. As sweet potatoes continue ...