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Phosphorus fertilizer could become scarce in the future. The fossil reserves are exhausted. Russia as an important supplier is absent. In this way, the existing phosphorus in the soil can be better utilized. White lupins ...

Agrico is currently working on research into the application of nutrients, tailored to the requirements of individual potato varieties. The company has a close co-operation with Yara Benelux and Tolsma-Grisnich for this ...

Through four experimental studies in two production cycles, for the first time it was possible to develop the "critical dilution curves" of calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg) and sulfur (S) in cultivars (several ...

The results of the analysis of scientific data show that in the last decade a steady deficit of macro- and microelements in the soil has formed, due to their significant removal by ...

Soil fertilization does not always guarantee full availability of nutrients. Therefore, it is fully justified to supplement it with foliar feeding. Potato shows a varied (within quite wide limits) demand in relation to ...

A new study funded by the Alliance for Potato Research and Education, and published in Nutrients investigated the effect of increased dietary potassium from a whole food source–baked/boiled potatoes and baked French ...

 Micronutrients tend to fall by the wayside, but their importance should not be overlooked. A comprehensive nutrition plan is paramount. To find out more about what this means for growers, we talked ...

Over-application of fertiliser nutrients can cause growth and quality problems in vegetable crops. Irrigation water can supply a significant proportion of the nutrients required by a crop, particularly nitrogen, and these nutrients ...

In 2024, Washington State farmers shattered the world record for potato yield, producing an astounding 111,343 pounds per acre, equivalent to approximately 125 tonnes per hectare. Officially recognized by the World Record ...

Dingxi, located in China’s Gansu Province, has long been recognized as a prime potato-growing region, earning the title "Potato Capital of China." With over 200 years of potato cultivation history, the city ...

As climate change continues to disrupt traditional farming practices, U.S. farmers are facing increased risks from unpredictable weather patterns, including more frequent droughts, heat stress, and erratic rainfall. To counter these challenges, ...

In the quiet town of Halver, the Steffen family recently unearthed an agricultural anomaly—a giant potato that has left them and their neighbors in awe. Measuring nearly the size of a shoe ...

This article explores the historical significance of the potato during Canada’s Gold Rush, highlighting its role as both a critical food source and a form of currency.

The Si-POTA project, spearheaded by students Satrio Budi Arifin, Ahmad Ardiansyah, Fadhila Khatami Putra, Anggita Nurisa Maharani, and Chosy Isni Maharesi, represents a significant leap forward in agricultural technology. Under the guidance ...

Potatoes, typically containing only about 2% protein by weight, have not been a primary source of protein. However, ReaGenics has utilized advanced plant cell culture techniques to increase this figure to an ...

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) are an important global food since they are rich incarbohydrates and offer significant amounts of protein, vitamins, and dietary fiber . Although potatoes thrive best in temperate climates, they ...

Global Potato Production: China Leads, U.S. Holds Fifth Place In the world of agriculture, potatoes are a staple crop, essential for food security and economic stability. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) ...