AGROTECHNOLOGY

Researchers at the Komi Scientific Center (Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences) have achieved a significant milestone with their...

From August 14–15, 2025, North Ossetia will host the 12th International Potato Seed Production Forum at FAT-Agro LLC, uniting 150+ specialists from Russia, Belarus, Uzbekistan,...

Farmers in Bengal’s key potato-growing districts—Hooghly, Bankura, Purba Bardhaman, and others—are facing financial ruin as potato prices have plummeted from Rs...

Bangladesh produced 13 million metric tons (MMT) of potatoes in 2024, exceeding domestic demand by 4 MMT, according to the Bangladesh Cold Storage...

The North America Potato Storage Organization (NAPSO) and the Potato Association of America (PAA) co-hosted a groundbreaking Potato Storage Symposium in Madison, Wisconsin, drawing growers, researchers,...

According to the Kuzbass Ministry of Agriculture, locally grown potatoes and vegetables can only be stored in fresh condition until...

The upcoming launch of a modern logistics center in Chong-Alay District, Osh Province, marks a significant milestone for potato farmers,...

Agricultural experts in Belarus remain optimistic about the 2025 potato harvest, projecting yields comparable to last year’s 430 quintals (43...

Dangjin City in South Chungcheong Province is supporting potato farmers by supplying 2 tons of ‘Chubaek’ seed potatoes for autumn cultivation. The...

Sacheon City in Gyeongnam Province has announced that applications for the 2025 autumn supply of certified seed potatoes will be...

Nestled along the Wei River, Weiyuan County in Gansu Province has earned its reputation as China’s “Potato Seed Capital.” On...

The provincial government of South Sulawesi (Pemprov Sulsel) and the Gowa Regency administration have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the...

In the scorching July heat, the potato fields of Gongmen Town, Zhangjiachuan County, are in full bloom, with purple flowers...

Potato productivity in Indonesia remains far below its potential, despite rising demand. One key issue is the limited availability and...

In a significant step toward agricultural modernization, Haryana’s government has partnered with the International Potato Center (CIP) to enhance the production of Early...

Potatoes are a staple crop, cultivated in over 150 countries worldwide, providing essential nutrients such as high-quality protein (up to...

A farmer in Volgograd recently received a 20-ton shipment of seed potatoes from Udmurtia. However, the labels lacked crucial information:...

Arkhangelsk Oblast has positioned itself as a leader in the production of elite seed potatoes, thanks to its favorable phytosanitary...

From July 2024 to March 2025, U.S. seed potato exports experienced significant growth, particularly in Central America, where shipments surged...

The Russian agricultural watchdog, Rosselkhoznadzor, recently detected a violation involving a 20-ton shipment of seed potatoes delivered to a farm in Volgograd Oblast. The...

The Predgorny District is set to host its fifth annual Field Day in Borgustanskaya stanitsa, showcasing 15 potato varieties, including 10 Russian-bred selections developed by local...

Young potatoes, now available at weekend farmers' markets, are gaining popularity not just for their taste but also for their...

While potatoes dominate Russian fields, a new contender is emerging—sweet potato (batat). According to Zulu Ramazanov, a farmer from the...

For years, farmers believed that plucking potato flowers would redirect energy toward tuber development, increasing yields. However, scientific studies and...

At the Institute of Agro-Biotechnologies in Syktyvkar, scientists are conducting groundbreaking research on soil enrichment techniques to maximize potato yields....

The 2024 organic potato season is shaping up to be a strong one, with many fields nearing optimal sizing due...

In the highlands of Xundian County, Yunnan Province, a remarkable agricultural transformation is taking place. A 1,185-acre ecological potato farming demonstration project...

For half a decade, the KPO Vostok waste processing complex in the Egorievsk district of Moscow Oblast has been conducting groundbreaking agricultural...

For years, farmers debated whether removing potato foliage before harvest was necessary. However, agronomic research and field experience now confirm...

Firdus Salavatullin, a farmer from Buinsky District, had high hopes for this year’s early potato and beet crops. His fields...

Kaliningrad’s farmers will begin delivering locally grown young potatoes to store shelves in the next one to two weeks, according...

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Russia has already harvested 240,000 tons of potatoes by mid-July—a 64,000-ton increase (+36%) over the same period in...

The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Ecology of the Tula Region has officially set new subsidy rates for potato...

At the *Belagro-2025* exhibition in Minsk, scientists from the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus showcased groundbreaking advancements in potato breeding, including the eye-catching "Wildberries" variety....

Egypt’s potato exports have surged in 2025, with volumes up 25% compared to 2024, exceeding one million tons by May (Arafa for Export...

Recent breakthroughs in potato processing have led to the successful trial production of potato-based rice ("potato rice") and potato flour buns,...

The Alberta government has allocated a one-time $3.2 million capital grant to 12 applied research associations (ARAs), including Farming Smarter...

With the global population projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050 (UN, 2022), agricultural production must increase by 60% to meet demand (FAO, 2023)....

Calbee Inc. is set to launch its latest limited-edition thick-cut potato chip, “Potato Sensation. Savory Hokkaido Kelp Soy Sauce Flavor,” on January...

In 2025, Calbee initiated a trial program in two Japanese elementary schools—Setagaya’s Nakazato Elementary and Osaka’s Toyosaki Elementary—where around 80 students cultivated potatoes...

Seosan City, a key potato-producing region in South Korea, has taken a major step toward securing the future of its...

In North Korea’s inland regions, such as South Pyongan and Hwanghae provinces, farmers typically plant potatoes in mid-March and harvest...

Russia’s Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) recently halted a major biosecurity threat—14,100 tons of Egyptian potatoes contaminated...

In Pskov Oblast, a unique initiative is underway to bring back old potato varieties, driven by the Velikie Luki State...

From January 1 to June 13, 2025, inspectors from the Rosselkhoznadzor (Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance) examined...

Russia’s agricultural sector struggles with a critical shortage of high-quality seed potatoes. According to the Russian Grain Union, the country’s...

Uzbekistan and Egypt have taken a major step toward strengthening agricultural cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on...

At the All-Russian Field Day-2025 in Volgograd, Artem Ivanov, the Minister of Agriculture of the Kaliningrad region, announced the region’s agricultural projections...

The small Breton town of Plœuc-L’Hermitage has earned national recognition as its beloved La Pomme de Terre en Fête (Potato Festival) was...

In 2025, Russia experienced an unexpected potato shortage, despite farmers expanding planting areas by 10,000 hectares, which was expected to yield...