Asia

South Korea's import statistics reveal a decade of structural displacement. According to the Korea Trade Statistics Promotion Institute, potato imports...

South Korea’s potato sector operates under a paradoxical statistic: annual production reaches 600,000 tons of table stock (“sunshine potatoes”), yet...

POTATOES NEWS and the International Potato Tour are proud to announce a strategic regional partnership with Green Perfect Plant (GPP)...

As part of the International Potato Tour, our team visited Egypt — one of the key countries in global potato...

The agricultural sector of Pakistan is undergoing a profound structural transformation, driven by the need to shift from extensive farming...

Potato cultivation in Pakistan during the 2024–2026 period represents one of the most dynamic yet structurally vulnerable sectors of the...

Bangladesh's potato farmers are navigating a painful economic paradox. After a record harvest of 115 lakh (11.5 million) tonnes in...

In Sha Tou Town, Ziyang District, the traditional practice of burning rice straw has been replaced by a sophisticated, dual-pathway...

In Xianhu Town, Wuming District of Guangxi, China, the winter potato planting season is showcasing a model of technology-driven, intensive...

In Qian Shuikou village, Shandong, a quiet agricultural revolution has unfolded, demonstrating the potent synergy of agronomic specialization and digital...

The European potato market, long a model of integrated processing and stable growth, is undergoing its most significant structural shift...

From an exclusive interview of Mr Simon Heck taken by Devendra K from IndianPotato.com As the Director General of the...

Governor Igor Babushkin recently announced the start of the potato harvesting season in Astrakhan Oblast, highlighting impressive yields and the...

In Changning Township, a 10,000-mu potato farming base has become a model of modern agricultural practices. The fields, adorned with...

The much-anticipated harvest season for the specialty "Maru-Aka" potatoes in Akitsu, Higashihiroshima, has finally reached its peak. While this year’s...

June marks the peak harvest season in Shibing County’s Yangliutang Town, where farmers in Diba Village are reaping the rewards...

In Jianyang District’s Jukou Town, potato farming is undergoing a significant transformation thanks to the adoption of mechanized harvesting. On...

From January 1 to June 13, 2024, China exported over 32,000 tons of food-grade potatoes to Russia’s Amur Oblast through the "Kani-Kurgan" checkpoint, according...

Kyrgyzstan will begin exporting potatoes to Belarus under a new agreement signed at a business forum in Minsk, as reported...

The potato industry is poised for a significant event with the announcement that Mantra Agri Solutions will be the Title...

In Siziwang Banner, Ulanqab—China’s leading potato-producing region—farmers are ditching traditional soil-based cultivation for aeroponics, a high-tech method where potato seedlings grow...

At a time when South Korean farmers are deeply engaged in both harvesting and planting potatoes, news of a potential...

Every year, Indian potato farmers harvest a bumper crop in February–March, only to face collapsing prices and high post-harvest losses....

1. Uzbekistan’s Potato Import Structure (Recent Years) Uzbekistan’s demand for potatoes is roughly 4 million t per year, while domestic harvests run between...

Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has issued a timely call to action for the nation’s potato...

In a striking development that’s sending ripples through the international potato industry, Turkey’s potato exports have soared by an astounding...

Kazakhstan is grappling with a domestic potato shortage, which has led to increased imports from neighboring countries like China and...

South Korea’s Jeollanam-do province is raising urgent concerns about the approval of genetically modified organism (GMO) potatoes imported from the...

In early March 2025, specialists from Russia's veterinary laboratory detected a quarantine disease in a shipment of potatoes imported from...

Support for farmers, prevents loss-making salesThe West Bengal Cabinet has approved a minimum purchase price (MSP) of Rs 900 per...

Support for farmers through government subsidiesThe Haryana government has announced the expansion of the Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana (BBY) to include...

Main factors for the sharp increase in suppliesIn 2024, potato supplies from China to Russia increased fivefold, reaching 46.7 thousand...

An Indian Potato Success Story for the Global Stage. For international readers interested in the vibrant agricultural landscape of India,...

Iran has seen a sharp increase in potato and home appliance prices due to supply problems and currency restrictions. We...

In the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, farmers are facing a new set of challenges due to the unpredictable weather...

Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh is known for its substantial contribution to potato production, with an increasing cultivation area every...

Uzbekistan aims to achieve complete self-sufficiency in potato production by 2027, eliminating reliance on imports. Despite cultivating potatoes on 290,000...

In an effort to manage domestic prices and ensure market stability, Kazakhstan has announced a six-month ban on potato exports...

The Union of Potato and Vegetable Growers of the Republic of Kazakhstan reported a significant increase in potato production in...

Tajikistan experienced a record potato harvest in the first ten months of 2024, producing 1.13 million tons, a remarkable 20.6% increase compared to the...

According to the Ministry of Economy of the country, the budget aimed at the development of sectoral programs in 2023...

Tajikistan has achieved remarkable success in potato production, reaching a record output of 1,139,936 tons in the first ten months...

The Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR), Central Potato Research Institute (CRPI) Research Station in Upper Shillong conducted a significant...

Training Initiative Under Krishi Swarna Samridhi Week ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Dimapur in Nagaland state of India has taken a significant...

Overview In a significant shift in regional trade dynamics, Bangladesh is actively seeking to diversify its sources for potato and...

China, producing nearly 100 million metric tons of potatoes annually, is a key player in global food security. However, rising...

Americana Foods stands as a testament to six decades of culinary excellence and market innovation in the Middle East and...

Introduction Potato cultivation is a cornerstone of Egypt's agricultural sector, serving both domestic consumption and export demands. With significant investment...

Every year, as the earth awakens to the promise of a new harvest, farmers across India eagerly plant their potato...

The potato fields of Lalmonirhat and surrounding districts in northern Bangladesh are facing a new challenge: the high price of potato seeds. Farmers, who...