AGROTECHNOLOGY

In a strategic move to stabilize food prices and support local agriculture, the Lumajang Regency Food Security and Agriculture Office...

In an effort to increase shallot production, the Batang Regency government in Central Java has begun implementing True Seed of...

Spain is experiencing a rise in mid-season potato production, expected to grow by 3.1% during the 2024 campaign, reaching a...

Argentina has reached a new milestone in the agricultural sector with the first-ever export of seed potatoes by HZPC América...

The government of the region, within the framework of the state program for the development of agriculture, provides potato growers...

Early Harvest Yields Promise in Arkhangelsk Farmers in the Arkhangelsk region have kicked off the mass harvest of early potato...

The selection was carried out on plantings of the first field generation of potatoes of the Krasa Meshchery, Argo, Bagira...

In a significant move to enhance crop storage technologies across Europe, Europatat, the European Potato Trade Association, has welcomed Omnivent...

Thirteen years after first showcasing its innovative potato sprout management technology at Potato Europe, UK-based Biofresh Safestore is making a...

Following Success of Double Paper Bagger The Double Paper Bagger has been on the market for some time now, after...

As climate change continues to disrupt traditional farming practices, U.S. farmers are facing increased risks from unpredictable weather patterns, including...

In 2008, a new variety of potato was introduced to the French market: Princesse Amandine. With its smooth skin, creamy...

The farmers of Una district in Himachal Pradesh are facing significant challenges as they begin the planting season for potatoes....

Discover the latest insights into the dynamic world of potato markets! From shifting export trends to the impact of pricing...

As schools reopen after the summer break, the demand for potatoes in the retail sector is rising, providing a much-needed...

In a significant leap forward for agricultural biotechnology, researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences have utilized CRISPR/Cas9 technology...

Current Market Situation New season Queens potatoes have begun to appear in the market as they reach maturity. The introduction...

When it comes to potato production in the United States, the Russet variety reigns supreme. Renowned for its versatility in...

Pseudomonads produce a wide array of antimicrobial compounds including 2,4-diacetylphloroglucinol (DAPG), which possess a broad-spectrum antagonistic effect against phytopathogens. Rhizospheric...

The 1840s Irish potato famine stands as a stark reminder of the devastating impact plant diseases can have on food...

Bolivia's potato heritage is as rich as its diverse landscapes. With over 2,400 varieties of native potatoes, the country is...

Epitrix tuberis and E. cucumeris are major pests of potatoes in North America. E. tuberis causes the most serious damage because the larval feeding can...

The Si-POTA project, spearheaded by students Satrio Budi Arifin, Ahmad Ardiansyah, Fadhila Khatami Putra, Anggita Nurisa Maharani, and Chosy Isni...

Potato blight, caused by the pathogen Phytophthora infestans, is a major concern for potato growers. The disease thrives in humid...

Haulm destruction in potatoes can be achieved by mechanical or chemical methods or using a combination of the two. Bed...

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) are an important global food since they are rich incarbohydrates and offer significant amounts of protein, vitamins,...

Potatoes are a cornerstone of Emilia-Romagna's agricultural economy, particularly notable for the production of the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)...

The tuber flea beetle species Epitrix papa Orlova-Bienkowskaja (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Alticinae) is a new exotic pest of potato in Europe, present in...

Pragati Dahal, a graduate student from Nepal, is undertaking a master’s thesis in applied economics under the guidance of Chris...

Potatoes, a major economic crop, are significantly impacted by Fusarium dry rot, a prevalent postharvest disease. Despite the broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties of...

Black dot (Colletotrichum coccodes) has become an economically significant potato tuber disease due to its capacity to cause early foliage...

Deciphering the mechanisms underlying insecticide resistance is key to devising appropriate strategies against this economically important trait. Myzus persicae, the green...

The future of potato crop production is a hot topic at Potatoes in Practice (PiP), the UK’s largest field-based potato...

The U.K. potato market is currently witnessing robust contract movement, aligning well with the increase in crop volumes. As more...

Synchytrium endobioticum is an A2 pest for many regions, and details of its biology, distribution and economic importance can be found...

Synchytrium endobioticum causes potato wart disease. Synchytrium endobioticum is an obligate parasite which does not produce hyphae but sporangia, which...

New PET Technology Sets a New Standard in Sprout Suppression, Fry Colour Preservation, and Cost Efficiency In the ever-evolving landscape...

The 2024 growing season in Haute-Vienne, France, has been a challenging one for farmers, especially those cultivating potatoes, tomatoes, peas,...

In the rolling fields of Ploubazlanec in the Côtes-d’Armor, the harvest of early potatoes—also known as primeurs—is in full swing....

Global Potato Production: China Leads, U.S. Holds Fifth Place In the world of agriculture, potatoes are a staple crop, essential...

When Too Much of a Good Thing Becomes a Bad Thing: Examining Nitrogen Use Under Limited Irrigation As drought conditions...

Potato wart disease is one of the most important quarantine diseases of potato in the world. The disease is caused...

Climate Challenges and Their Impact on Global Potato Production The potato market across the globe is experiencing significant fluctuations due...

Synchytrium endobioticum is a quarantine potato disease in many countries. Potato is the only cultivated host, but wild Solanum spp. are also...

Due to heavy rainfall in the Primorsky Territory, there is a strong waterlogging of the soil. The regional Ministry of...

Alternaria spp. cause different diseases in potato and tomato crops. Early blight caused by Alternaria solani and brown spot caused by Alternaria alternata are most...

The Northwestern European Potato Growers (NEPG) has raised alarms about the unprecedented risks faced by potato farmers this year. Late...

The Rising Threat of Late Blight Late blight is the most serious disease affecting potatoes, capable of destroying entire crops...

According to the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Galicia led the nation in potato cultivation area in 2023, with 17,770 hectares,...

Late blight, caused by Phytophthora infestans, is the most devastating disease of potato worldwide that can cause up to 100% crop...