Agronomy

Potatoes have shown to provide increased protection against aphid attacks, especially concerning the management of non-persistent aphid-vectored viruses. In response to the prevalence of mosaic virus potato virus Y (PVY)...

When planting the inter-dams in potato cultivation, erosion protection is in place from the start.

The risk of herbicide damage because of excess rainfall can be even more pronounced in fields with sandy soils

Neonicotinoid insecticides are important for managing Colorado potato beetles and aphids in potatoes, but challenges to their use are growing.

Philip Kear reports on Dr. Jieping Li's groundbreaking work in potato protoplast division, highlighting a significant advancement for CIP-China's research goals. This milestone paves the way for developing resilient potato...

A notable inclusion in the UPSC 2023 exam is the Small Farmers' Large Fields (SFLF) model, which is gaining attention as a pioneering initiative in participatory farming. Developed by Dr....

Join us in welcoming Agrey Nyakunga, our new Operations Manager at Kilimo Kisasa Ltd. With 8 years of experience in Dutch variety seed potato production, Agrey brings expertise in HZPC...

Current Market Dynamics and Future Prospects Overview As the potato industry reflects on the outcomes of last fall’s record processing crop, stakeholders across Canada are strategizing amidst shifting market dynamics....

In Spain, early potato harvest is underway in the agricultural region of Cartagena, in the southeast of the country. Despite suboptimal ripening conditions, Cartagena potatoes arrive in time to compete...

As global weather patterns undergo significant shifts, essential crops face the challenges posed by the evolving climate. Among these crops, potatoes, a staple in many diets worldwide, are particularly susceptible...

Root rot is a common and detrimental disease that affects potato plants, causing decreased yield and quality of the crop. It is caused by various soilborne pathogens such as Pythium,...

Potatoes News is excited to extend a warm invitation to companies operating in the realm of potato disease protection, potato cultivation, potato seed cultivation, manufacturing of equipment for potato cultivation...

The disease known as Pythium Leak, scientifically named Pythium ultimum, is identified by initial tuber symptoms such as grey to brownish lesions with a water-soaked appearance, usually developing around wounds,...

The ring rot bacterium, scientifically known as Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. Sepedonicus, poses a significant threat to potato crops, with its highly infectious nature and resilience in various environments. Understanding the...

Action items to improve your irrigation system. Is your irrigation system operating as efficiently as you’d like?

#PotatoGrowthStages #PlantEstablishment #TuberInitiation #TuberBulking #Maturation #CropManagement #PotatoFarming #OptimalConditions Potato plants undergo distinct growth stages that are crucial for their overall development and yield. Understanding these stages and their requirements can...

#GrowingPotatoes #Agricultural Innovation #SandGrownPotatoes #FarmingMethods #QueenAnne #DownUnder #Appearance #SustainableFarming In the vast landscape of agricultural innovation, one peculiar trend is catching the attention of farmers and scientists: potatoes thriving on...

#ZeroTillage #PotatoCultivation #SustainableFarming #ClimateChangeMitigation #FoodSecurity #EnvironmentalImpact #AgriculturalInnovation #WomenEmpowerment #ResourcePreservation #AgriculturalResearch In the realm of modern agriculture, the paradigm of #Zero_tillage_potato cultivation is emerging as a game-changer, revolutionizing the way we...

#SnowDepth #AgricultureTechnology #IoTSolutions #CropManagement #SoilHealth #WinterkillPrevention #FarmingRisks #SnowMeasurement #AgriculturalProductivity #WeatherImpact #PrecisionFarming Seing is Believing – Snow Depth in 4K Snow, often seen as a picturesque winter phenomenon, plays a crucial...

Foliar fertilization is the process of applying fertilizer nutrients directly to plant leaves. In addition to roots, leaves are also capable of absorbing plant nutrients.

When the mustard is incorporated into the ground, it acts as a natural biofumigant New research on P.E.I. is using mustard and arugula to tackle pest problems in potato fields with...

Many say cover crops only really work in no-till systems

Soil compaction occurs on all soils in the Netherlands. Growers know what the causes are, but do not always act accordingly. According to researcher Derk van Balen of WUR Open Teelten, this...

Healthy root systems are a key to success in any crop. They are “the plants digestive system”, according to Bio Gro founder Peter Aleman. “Roots are about surface area. More...

Humic acids and new varieties combat salt stress in the soil But there are ways to counteract salinization. In Egypt, trials with the humic acid based POWHUMUS® preparation showed convincing...

Calcium plays an important role in the growth and development of plants. Cell membrane health is very crucial to the survival and health of the plant cell.

What’s wrong with my potato crop? Getting to the bottom of that question involves diligence and knowledge.

Grower are reminded to use caution when selecting humates. Like all other products, humates are available in varying qualities and concentrations

Some of the species cover crops we select, their exudates actually suppress some of the pathogens for our potatoes,” said Perry, pointing to potato early die or Verticillium wilt, which...

Cover crops perform a range of functions. From protecting vulnerable soils to promoting soil biology to providing much-needed food for birds and bees, these crops often complement permanent land features...

Common scab is one of the oldest bacterial diseases of potatoes.

#PotatoFarming #AgriculturalInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #FarmSuccess #Agronomy #CropManagement #SeedSelection #FarmingRevolution #BryanskOblast #AgriculturalEngineering Discover the exceptional journey of Mikhail Rublyov, a visionary farmer from Bryansk Oblast, who has redefined potato farming in the...

#ClimateChange #Agriculture #EvaporationRates #WaterScarcity #SustainableFarming #BlackSeaRegion #IrrigationManagement #CropDiversity #FreshwaterReservoirs #TurkishAgriculture Recent research in Turkey's Black Sea region has revealed a concerning trend: increasing evaporation rates are posing a significant threat...

#Potatoplanting #physiologicalwaterrequirements #criticalperiod #irrigationmanagement #simulationmodel #agriculturalproduction #yieldimprovement #potatocropresearch This article explores the physiological water requirements and critical periods of potato crops, and how to achieve high yield and quality potato...

Alternaria, also known as early blight, is a fungal pathogen that primarily affects potato crops. Here's a summary of key information about Alternaria: Pathogen: The main species of Alternaria affecting...

#PotatoTerraceRevolution #UttarakhandFarmers #TraditionalFarming #TumrhiPotato #AgriculturalResearchCenter #SustainableAgriculture Discover the remarkable efforts undertaken in Uttarakhand's Tehri district to preserve and revitalize traditional farming practices. This article explores the cultivation of the local...

#potatotuberization #plantdevelopment #phytochrome #lightinteraction #carbohydrates #oxygenavailability #geneticregulation #genes #transcriptionfactors #RNAs #agriculture #cropproductivity We examine the impact of phytochrome, light interaction, carbohydrates, oxygen availability, and the intricate interplay of genes, transcription...

#Agriculture #PotatoCultivationARC #AgriculturalResearchCouncil #CropYield #FarmingTechniques #Training #KnowledgeSharing #InternationalPotatoCenter #Bihar #AgricultureUniversity #UHSBagalkot #Farmers #Agronomists #AgriculturalEngineers #Scientists This article explores the significance of ARC (Agricultural Research Council) in potato cultivation, its multiplication...

#potatofarming #precisionplanting #agriculturaltechnology #cropmanagement #sustainability #soilhealth Precision farming techniques have revolutionized the agricultural industry, and potato farming is no exception. The latest technology, such as the Grimme UK Repeating One-Row...

#Egypt #potatoproduction #agriculture #weatherchallenges #newtechnologies #high-qualityseeds #governmentsupport #exports #revenue #economy Despite facing weather challenges, the country has managed to produce a remarkable amount of potatoes, surpassing the previous year's volumes....

#potatoplanting #USDAreport #agriculture #farmers #agronomists #agriculturalengineers #farmowners #scientists #potatoindustry #soilmoisturelevels Potato planting season is underway, and the latest USDA Potato Progress & Condition Report Week Ending: 5-6-2023 shows promising progress...

Weeds are a significant problem for farmers worldwide, causing yield losses and reducing the quality of crops. Traditional methods of weed management, such as tillage and herbicides, have negative impacts...

Biostimulants can act as an insurance policy for growers this spring, especially as another wave of frosts threatens to knock crops back. So far, winter has been wet and except...

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The aim must be to prevent erosion and allow the water to seep away slowly. One solution: transverse dams.

As the global population burgeons past 8 billion and climate change makes it harder to grow food, scientists in South America are tapping the power of wild potatoes to breed...

Work on the application of mineral fertilizers to the soil by the farms of Transbaikalia in 2022 increased by 10% compared to the previous year, said the head of the...

Belgian processors Agristo and Clarebout are leading the way with significant contract price increases for french fries grown during the 2023 growing season.Late last week, Agristo announced that the processor...

During a trip to the Tyumen region, Minister of Agriculture Dmitry Patrushev held a working meeting with the head of the region Alexander Moor. The parties discussed the current indicators...

University of Idaho Extension has published a new bulletin to help potato farmers recognize the symptoms of bacterial ring rot (BRR) and protect their operations from this devastating potato crop disease.   Idaho...