Events and exhibitions

Volunteers in the Golyshmanovsky District of Tyumen Oblast have planted 50 hectares of potatoes. The plot was plowed twice, with soil preparation carried out by Vasily Kryukov, Andrey Nikiforov, and...

Mumbai, India — The VAFA Fresh Vegetables & Fruits Exporters Association, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), will organise an international Reverse Buyer–Seller...

Debbie Cannon from Syracuse, Utah, who has completed 195 marathons, recently ran the Pittsburgh Marathon on May 3, 2026, in a custom-made potato costume. She was one of 26 runners...

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has announced the launch of the National Week for Promoting Sustainable Pesticide Use, traditionally held during the last week of March. From March 23...

The World Potato Congress Inc. has announced a call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from parties interested in hosting the 15th and 16th World Potato Congresses, scheduled for 2030 and...

In celebration of the UN's International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, Patatas Meléndez has launched an initiative to highlight and amplify the voices of women in the agricultural sector....

Global Potato Summit 2026, one of the key international events for the potato sector, will take place on 16–17 December 2026 at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre in...

A new social trend known as "Gam-twi Meetings" (French fry gatherings) is rapidly gaining popularity in South Korea as a novel form of leisure activity. Originating on local community boards...

Chuvashia Hosts "Potato-2026": A Critical Gathering for Russia's Seed Independence and Agricultural Technology For agricultural professionals navigating Russia's evolving potato sector, the XVIII Interregional Exhibition "Potato-2026" in Cheboksary represents a...

The 3rd Innovative Seed Show, held by Harinder Farms in Punjab in February 2026, brought together potato growers, agronomists, and industry stakeholders around a single theme: early-generation seed potato production...

The Agravia agricultural exhibition in Moscow has quickly become one of the most important events in the region for anyone involved in modern agriculture, animal husbandry, and crop production. In...

December 2025 marked a landmark event for the agricultural media industry. The "International Potato Tour" project, created by Potatoes News founder Viktor Kovalev, has confirmed its global status. The expedition,...

In the Zhoushan archipelago of China's Zhejiang province, a remarkable agricultural model is redefining rural development. The "Five-Star Potato Commune," a women-led cooperative ("Jingong Common Prosperity Workshop"), has been recognized...

This article is prepared for publication as a framing piece for discussions that will continue at the Potato Summit in Delhi (December 11–13). The core idea is simple: as long...

A story emerging from the village of Karata in Dagestan sounds more like folklore than agronomy: an artist's request to a president leads to a gift of seed potatoes, which...

What began as a suggestion from a farmer has grown into a powerful community tradition that moves significant volume and strengthens the connection between agriculture and the public. Augusta Mayor...

We are proud and delighted to announce that we are an official international partner of the Global Potato Summit (GPS) 2025, one of the most important global events in the...

Scheduled for January 6-8 at the Gaylord Texan in Dallas, Potato Expo 2026 represents a monumental convergence of the North American potato supply chain. Hosted by the National Potato Council...

The KazAgro-2025 exhibition in Astana served as a powerful barometer for the evolving agricultural landscape in Central Asia. A key takeaway from the event was the clear and growing demand...

Prepared exclusively for Potatoes.NewsAstana, Republic of Kazakhstan https://youtu.be/nTDcmTWrQas The International Potato Tour (IPT) continues its journey across countries where potatoes are not just a crop but a strategic commodity. This...

In a strategic move to capture greater market share and value, the Northland Potato Growers Association (NPGA) is shifting its promotional focus squarely onto red tablestock potatoes. At the heart...

The recent 40th anniversary of the Wiesbacher Kartoffelmarkt (Potato Market) in Germany offers a compelling model for agricultural value-added promotion. This annual festival, which draws hundreds of visitors from across...

Marking the 140th anniversary of Vincent van Gogh’s masterpiece, "The Potato Eaters," the "PATATE" exhibition at the Vincent van GoghHuis in Zundert, Netherlands, offers a profound reflection on our relationship...

The "Bulbian Giant" competition, held as part of the "Bulba-Fest" in the Voronovo region of Belarus, has once again highlighted the incredible potential of the common potato (Solanum tuberosum). The...

The recent unveiling of a new national branding style by the National Tourism Agency has turned heads, not with grandiose architecture or historical figures, but with a symbol deeply familiar...

Nestled along the Wei River, Weiyuan County in Gansu Province has earned its reputation as China’s “Potato Seed Capital.” On July 19, 2024, national experts gathered here for the National Potato...

Potato farmers in Gangwon Province, particularly in Chuncheon, have long relied on the ‘Sumi’ variety. However, climate change has drastically reduced its yield and quality. The alternative, ‘Dubaek,’ also struggles...

In Goyang’s Janghang 1-dong neighborhood, a heartwarming initiative called the "Love Sharing Hanmaeum Farm" has brought together volunteers, local welfare organizations, and low-income families through agriculture. On June 23, the Janghang 1-dong...

On June 26, Washington State University (WSU) will host its annual Potato Field Day in Othello, Washington, bringing together researchers, farmers, and industry leaders to explore the latest innovations in potato production. With climate...

May 30 marks International Potato Day, a global recognition of the potato’s role in food security and nutrition. Peru, the birthplace of the potato, is home to over 3,000 native varieties, many...

Kook op 7 juni mee met VELT Zeeuws-Vlaanderen en draag bij aan het kunstproject Lieve Aardappel. Beeldend kunstenaar Wapke Feenstra groeide op in een Friese boerenfamilie, waar aardappelen werden besproken...

The International Day of Potato (IDP) 2025 was marked with great enthusiasm in Nakuru County, Kenya’s leading potato-producing region. Known for cultivating over 15 potato varieties, the county is home...

On 30 May 2025 growers, breeders, processors and scientists gathered for an online conference to review the season and outline the future of the crop that has fed the world...

In a landmark event for Indonesia’s agricultural sector, Kerinci Regency successfully harvested its first batch of G0-class potato seeds at the Balai Benih Induk (BBI) Kentang Kayu Aro on May 7, 2025. This milestone underscores...

Join us on 21 May with FAO and the World Potato Congress to explore how one tuber can transform farming communities

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Jeongan-myeon Saemaul Association in Gongju-si, South Korea, recently organized a volunteer potato planting event on fallow land covering approximately 1,000 m². Members planted 100...

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Yeoju Agricultural Cooperative in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, recently organized a potato-planting event in collaboration with the Hometown Women’s Group (Hyanggo Jubu...

We invite professionals from every link of the potato value chain to become featured guests in our continuing “Exclusive Interview” series. Inspire peers, showcase your know‑how, and gain a valuable...

With great excitement, the World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC) has announced that the 13th World Potato Congress will take place in Kenya in October–November 2026. This decision follows an agreement...

In early 2025, Lamb Weston—one of the world’s leading producers of frozen potato products—opened its doors to local farmers in Mar del Plata to showcase progress on what will become...

https://youtu.be/rp3izGiP2L4 In an exclusive interview for POTATOES NEWS, we spoke with Altay Batur, General Manager of the Turkish agricultural company Genta, founded in 1989. Genta is actively working both in...

As the warm days of spring approach, so too does one of the most anticipated events in northeastern North Carolina’s agricultural calendar—the 2025 North Carolina Potato Festival, scheduled for May...

Alegria in the Spotlight: PotatoEurope 2025 Begins with Strong Planting Conditions and Big Expectations With early April planting complete and weather conditions on their side, organizers of PotatoEurope 2025 are...

Tauripampa’s Native Potato Festival: A Celebration Rooted in Biodiversity and Knowledge In the Andean highlands of Peru, potatoes are more than a staple—they are a symbol of heritage, identity, and...

DKHV Launches 2025 "Fachkraft Kartoffel" Certification Program: Building Expertise in the Potato Sector As the potato industry evolves amid climate challenges, market pressures, and increasing quality demands, professional training becomes...

Join the XXX Latin American Potato Association (ALAP) Congress & the XI Ecuadorian Potato Congress in Quito, Ecuador July 28 – August 1 Dear Colleagues, Researchers, and Agricultural Enthusiasts,We invite...

Join professionals, researchers, producers, and everyone involved in the potato industry at these two major events—this is your chance to learn, share knowledge, and connect with leading experts. Here’s everything...

Gözde Ziraî invites you to a unique online conversation with the company’s Marketing Director, Metin Sut. In this interview, he will talk about his role at Gözde Ziraî, share development...