Viktor Kovalev

Viktor Kovalev

History of potato cultivation Azerbaijan

History of potato cultivation Azerbaijan

Potatoes were introduced to Azerbaijan in the late 18th century during the rule of the Qajar dynasty, which controlled the territory that includes modern-day Iran, Azerbaijan, and parts of Central Asia. The first potatoes were brought to the region by the Russian army, which used Azerbaijan as a base during their war with Persia. Initially, potato cultivation in Azerbaijan was limited to small-scale farming, and it was not until the early 20th century that large-scale cultivation began. In the early years of the 20th century, Azerbaijan became a major supplier of potatoes to the Russian Empire, with large quantities of the crop being exported to St. Petersburg and Moscow. During the Soviet period, which began in the 1920s, potato cultivation in Azerbaijan was heavily promoted by the government. Large state-owned farms were established, and modern farming methods and equipment were introduced to increase production. The potato became one of the main crops grown in the region, with significant quantities being exported to other parts of the Soviet Union. After Azerbaijan gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, potato cultivation continued to be an important part of the country's agricultural sector. However, the collapse of the Soviet system led to...

Potato glut revives old fears of Doaba farmers

Potato glut revives old fears of Doaba farmers

Low prices may force them to dump produce I Growers seek govt’s help “We really hope the situation improves in the coming days, otherwise we will again have to dump potatoes on the road,” fears Dilbar Singh from Nakodar, who cultivated potatoes on 55 acres. This year low prices of the crop have made farmers terrified. Therefore, they want the government’s help to salvage them from the current situation. A few years ago, farmers were forced to throw their produce on the roads after they did not get the required amount. This time, too, farmers have been saying that they are getting nothing for their crop. “Rs 4-5 per kg is what we are getting right now. The input cost is much higher. We will get nothing, the situation is grave and it seems it will get worse in coming days,” says Kirpal Singh from Musapur village. Another farmer, Bhupinder Singh, from a village near Phagwara has been cultivating potatoes on 70 acres. He remembered the days when they (farmers) would get good rates. He says he had got Rs 8 to Rs 10 per kg on the previous occasion. “Is war chance zyada ne road te aan de (there...

History of potato cultivation Australia.

History of potato cultivation Australia.

Potatoes were not originally native to Australia and were introduced by European explorers in the late 18th century. The first recorded planting of potatoes in Australia was by Sir Joseph Banks, who brought them from Brazil on the HMS Endeavour in 1770. In the early years of European settlement, potatoes were not widely grown due to a lack of suitable land and equipment. It was not until the mid-19th century that potato cultivation began in earnest, with the introduction of better agricultural machinery and the discovery of new potato-growing regions. The first commercial potato crops in Australia were grown in Tasmania, where the cool climate and rich soil proved to be ideal for potato farming. By the late 1800s, Tasmania was producing large quantities of potatoes, which were exported to mainland Australia and overseas. Potato farming soon spread to other regions of Australia, including Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia. In the 20th century, advances in technology and the development of new potato varieties led to increased productivity and better quality potatoes. Today, potatoes are one of the most important crops in Australia, with the country producing over 1.3 million tonnes of potatoes annually. Potato farming is particularly important...

History of potato cultivation. New rubric for all countries of the world

History of potato cultivation. New rubric for all countries of the world

Potatoes are one of the most important crops in the world and have played a significant role in the history of agriculture. The cultivation of potatoes began thousands of years ago in the Andes mountains of South America, where indigenous people first domesticated the crop. From there, the potato spread throughout the world and is now a staple food in many countries. In the 16th century, Spanish conquistadors brought potatoes to Europe, where they were initially used as animal feed. However, people eventually began to realize their nutritional value and started to cultivate them as a food crop. By the 18th century, potatoes had become a major crop in Europe and were a key factor in the population growth of many countries. In the 19th century, potato cultivation spread to North America, where it became an important crop in the United States and Canada. Today, potatoes are grown in nearly every country in the world, with China and India being the largest producers. Potatoes are typically grown in areas with cool climates and well-drained soil. They require a lot of water, but too much water can lead to disease and rot. Potatoes are typically planted in the spring and harvested...

Drought and frost batter vital potato crops in Bolivia

Drought and frost batter vital potato crops in Bolivia

Dozens of furrows lie barren in a dusty field on the Bolivian highlands. It should be replete with potato plants ready for harvest, but a deadly combination of drought and frost proved too much for the crop. Cristobal Pongo, one of many peasants of the Aymara Indigenous group who devote their lives to potato farming in this region highly susceptible to climate change, looks dejectedly upon the dismal scene. "The potato is our life. We harvest, we sell... It is our livelihood... (it pays) for our children's education," the 64-year-old told AFP as he knelt in his field about 4,000 meters (13,100 feet) above sea level. This year, Pongo will have nothing to sell at the market in Calamarca, some 70 kilometers south of the capital La Paz. He does not know what he will do. "The frost has killed the potato... Look at it, it is dead," he said, crestfallen. Pongo's crop is not the only one affected by bad weather during the growth season. And the resulting shortage has seen the price of potatoes shoot up sevenfold to almost $2 per kilogram (2.2 pounds) in some markets. This in a country where more than a third of the...

Registration open for the Upcoming World Potato Congress Webinar

Registration open for the Upcoming World Potato Congress Webinar

The World Potato Congress Inc. is extremely pleased to present a webinar with Dr.  Alison Lees, Potato Pathologist with The James Hutton Institute, Dundee, UK on February 28, 2023 at 9.00am Eastern Standard Time (EST).Webinar Title: Potato Tuber Blemish Diseases: Status and Management.Potato blemish diseases are often considered collectively but are caused by unrelated pathogens with specific epidemiological characteristics and are each individually influenced by environmental conditions and management practices. Similarly, losses due to reduced yield and quality, and the relative importance placed on the diseases, are variable with management practices varying according to local practices and regulations. With these points in mind, the presentation will review the status of some of the prevalent potato skin blemish diseases such as black dot, silver scurf and black scurf and the research findings in relation to options for effective disease control.                               Alison Lees is a senior potato pathologist and leads the Epidemiology & Disease Control research group at The James Hutton Institute in Dundee, Scotland. She has a Ph.D in wheat diseases obtained from Harper Adams University College & The John Innes Centre and 27 years research experience focusing primarily on the epidemiology, detection...

Europatat Congress 2023 – Registrations are open!

Europatat Congress 2023 – Registrations are open!

The Polish Potato Federation and Europatat are excited to announce the opening of registrations for theannual Europatat Congress that will take place in the beautiful city of Gdansk (Poland) from 5 to 7 June 2023.Register today and don’t miss the opportunity to join the annual gathering of the European potatocommunity! Click here to register Under the slogan “The Changing Geopolitical Landscape and the Future for Potato Trade”, this year’s event willexplore the impact of current geopolitics for international agri-food trade but also the effect of EU’s GreenDeal’s goals for potato trade inside and outside Europe and the latest Polish sector’s developments.On Monday 5 June, Europatat members will review the different activities of the association during themeetings of its five Commissions (consumption potatoes, seed potatoes, sustainability, technical and regulatoryissues, and RUCIP). On the next day, Tuesday 6 of June, the Europatat General Assembly will take place in themorning and later on, the public session of the Congress will assess the state of play of the potato sector anddiscuss the priorities and challenges facing the potato business in Europe and beyond. Stay tuned, main speakerswill be announced very soon.Besides the professional working programme, the Europatat Congress will also offer several social events...

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