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Farmers have brought the first harvest of young potatoes to Moscow's fairs from the Rostov region, Krasnodar Krai, Dagestan, and Crimea, according to the official website of the capital's mayor....

Farmers in Russia's Astrakhan region are preparing to harvest young potatoes from 12,000 hectares, according to Governor Igor Babushkin. In total, agricultural producers in the region are cultivating 90,000 hectares...

Brazil’s potato market is entering a period of increased supply as producers intensify harvesting activities during the country’s dry season crop. The expansion in production is expected to improve product...

Colombia’s agribusiness sector is facing a challenging period marked by slowing production, climate-related risks, and increasing pressure on agricultural supply chains. Despite these difficulties, some companies continue to demonstrate resilience...

Biologist Gabdulkhay Samigullin from Naberezhnye Chelny has shared recommendations on proper potato hilling, noting that the frequency of the procedure depends on the potato variety, weather conditions, and the state...

In acidic soil, many garden crops struggle — cucumbers, beets, onions, and cabbage grow poorly. For tomatoes and potatoes, however, dolomite flour is absolutely essential, as it is the number...

Producer prices for potatoes in Russia have fallen by more than 60% over the past year, according to the Potato Union. Alexey Krasilnikov, director of the association, reported that carrots...

The sowing campaign is ongoing in the Republic of Buryatia. According to the regional government, despite a cold spring and frequent rainfall that have affected the timing of field work,...

Agricultural enterprises and farmers in Trans-Baikal have completed potato planting, with the total area under cultivation reaching 617 hectares. According to Albina Koreshkova, head of the regional Ministry of Agriculture,...

Kazakhstan is taking a major step toward fertilizer self-sufficiency by building its first ammonium nitrate production plant. The project, valued at over 804 billion tenge, is expected to transform the...

The first potatoes of the new season have appeared on the shelves of local stores in Astrakhan. The tubers are being packaged in large paper bags and delivered to retail...

Fat-Agro, an enterprise within the Bavaria group of companies, recently hosted Rudolf Schwartzel, an international seed potato expert and representative of the Swiss research center Agroscope, for a working visit....

Farmers in Agra (Uttar Pradesh, India) are facing a severe potato price crash, with cold storages packed and distress written across their faces. Despite assurances from the Horticulture Minister, prices...

Perm-based company Simplex, founded in 2018 from scratch, has spent eight years developing technologically advanced and safe plant nutrition systems tailored to Russian realities. As product manager Evgeny Demidov told...

Russia's mineral fertilizer industry has undergone significant transformation in recent years. Companies have abandoned the previous model, where products were created based on factory capabilities and then sold under the...

In January–April 2026, the median price of mineral fertilizers in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai reached 150 rubles, marking an 8% increase compared to the same period last year. At the same...

Simple, nostalgic, and quick to prepare, this recipe transforms humble potatoes into the star of the meal. Country-style potatoes pair perfectly with fluffy pancakes and fried eggs for a late...

McCain Foods, one of the world's largest producers of frozen potatoes, has announced a new partnership with the Tour de France. Starting in 2026, McCain will become the official French...

On May 29, the Halo Garden at the foot of the Ming City Wall along the Qinhuai River officially opened, and on its first day, Nanjing launched its inaugural "WA!...

In Ningbo, China, potatoes are affectionately known as "Western taro" or "sweet potatoes" by locals. A beloved dish made from flat taro (pressed potatoes) has become a favorite comfort food...

Following the great geographical discoveries of the 15th century, the global spread of food crops profoundly shaped human civilization. The potato stands as one of the most representative examples. Over...

Due to slow market activity, potatoes have remained in storage longer than usual, significantly increasing the risk of disease development. The dry harvest conditions of 2025 led to greater tuber...

The Belgian vegetable and potato processing industry is raising alarms over new French sustainability legislation known as EGAlim 3 and its associated HVE level 3 (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification. While...

Arable farmer Theo den Engelsman in Poortvliet, Zeeland, is currently harvesting early potatoes of the Frieslander variety for the Alvantho auction in Sint-Annaland. The first auction day of the season...

On the eve of Russian Farmer's Day, celebrated on June 10, Kemerovo Oblast Governor Ilya Seredyuk highlighted the region's agricultural leaders. With over a thousand farms operating in Kuzbass, one...

Siberian farmers harvested 2.4 million tons of potatoes in 2025, accounting for 12.3% of Russia's total crop and securing third place among all federal districts, according to an analysis by...

The Boguslavsky cooperative in Sol-Iletsk has nearly sold out its remaining last year's potato harvest, with only 20 tons of the popular "Queen Anne" variety left. Thanks to fully automated...

The Boguslavsky cooperative in Sol-Iletsk has nearly sold out its remaining last year's potato harvest, with only 20 tons of the popular "Queen Anne" variety left. Thanks to fully automated...

Peasant farms in the Jewish Autonomous Oblast have overfulfilled their potato planting plan by 100.2%, with seed tubers planted across 202 hectares, according to the regional agricultural department. However, this...

Scientists at Gorsky State Agrarian University in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania have developed and patented two new potato varieties, "Farn" and "Adeon," after more than 16 years of painstaking...

Agricultural producers on Sakhalin Island have dramatically increased their use of Russian seed potatoes, with domestic varieties accounting for 93% of purchased planting material in 2026. According to the regional...

Farmers in Russia's Novosibirsk region have dramatically reduced potato and open-field vegetable plantings in 2026, driven by a severe drop in prices. According to regional agricultural data, potato acreage has...

Tesco has introduced Tesco Finest Potato Burger Rolls to its premium private label bakery range, positioning them as the ideal choice for consumers looking to elevate their barbecue offerings this...

The branch of the Russian Agricultural Center (Rosselkhoztsentr) for the Novgorod and Pskov regions has begun planting potato microplants in its own greenhouse complex. This season, 22,000 microplants grown in...

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...

Miratorg, one of Russia's largest agricultural holdings, plans to launch its Grand Fries deep potato processing plant in the Orel Region by the end of 2026, according to Governor Andrey...

In 2026, the total sown area for agricultural crops across all categories of farms in Karelia is planned at 25,600 hectares, according to the regional Ministry of Agriculture. The vast...

In 2026, the Kaliningrad Region plans to allocate more than 4,000 hectares for potatoes and over 1,000 hectares for vegetables, according to the press service of the regional Ministry of...

Vegetable farms in the region have completed potato planting for this season. According to preliminary data, the area under the crop in the organized sector reached 710 hectares, matching last...

Japanese sweet potato is opening a new avenue for economic development in Son Tay Thuong commune, Quang Ngai province, Vietnam. After more than four months of pilot implementation in partnership...

The national potato sector in Peru—the historic birthplace and genetic cradle of the world’s most famous tuber—is preparing for its premier institutional event. From June $22$ to $24$, $2026$, the...

The dry season potato harvest (safra de seca) in the southern region of Minas Gerais—the leading potato-producing state in Brazil—has commenced for the $2026$ agricultural cycle. Despite minor planting delays...

The frozen potato industry in South America continues to be anchored by the massive agro-industrial ecosystem of Balcarce, Argentina. McCain Foods has solidified its position as the undisputed leader in...

Coinciding with the international celebrations of Potato Day, the Araucanía region of Chile has initiated a major transition toward eco-friendly agriculture. The newly launched project, "Papa Huella Cero: protocolo de...

Mendoza's potato sector has entered an ambitious new phase of development with the official launch of the Mendoza Potato Cluster (Clúster de la Papa de Mendoza). Unveiled during the second...

The department of Intibucá—celebrated as the premier agricultural engine of Honduras's potato sector—is grappling with an escalating operational crisis. Local potato growers are facing a complex web of environmental and...

On the occasion of International Potato Day—designated by the United Nations in $2023$ to recognize the nutritional, economic, and cultural value of the world's most consumed tuber—Chilean agriculture is showcasing...

The Mexican potato sector is facing a highly challenging agricultural cycle. A combination of historic heatwaves, severe water scarcity, and rampant pest infestations has heavily impacted key potato-producing regions in...

The potato is far more than a staple food in Bolivia—it is a cornerstone of cultural identity, food security, and rural economics. As global organizations highlight its strategic importance on...

International Potato Day, celebrated worldwide, holds a highly special meaning for Colombia. This versatile tuber has firmly established itself as the country's second most important food staple, surpassed only by...