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Agricultural experts in Belarus remain optimistic about the 2025 potato harvest, projecting yields comparable to last year’s 430 quintals (43 metric tons) per hectare. Some farms are even aiming for 500 quintals (50 metric tons), a challenging…
Dangjin City in South Chungcheong Province is supporting potato farmers by supplying 2 tons of ‘Chubaek’ seed potatoes for autumn cultivation. The Dangjin Agricultural Technology Center announced that applications will open on a first-come, first-served basis starting August 22. High-Quality…
Sacheon City in Gyeongnam Province has announced that applications for the 2025 autumn supply of certified seed potatoes will be accepted until August 29, 2024, via local administrative welfare centers. A total of three varieties are available: Sumi: 18 tons…
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 Industry Technology System Seminar and the Gansu Academy…
The provincial government of South Sulawesi (Pemprov Sulsel) and the Gowa Regency administration have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector by distributing 175,000 rooted potato cuttings (basic seeds) to five local seed breeders in Gowa. This initiative,…
In the scorching July heat, the potato fields of Gongmen Town, Zhangjiachuan County, are in full bloom, with purple flowers swaying in the wind. Farmers are busy applying pesticides using advanced sprayers mounted on tractors—a key step…
Potato productivity in Indonesia remains far below its potential, despite rising demand. One key issue is the limited availability and quality of seed potatoes, according to Meksy Dianawati, a senior researcher at the National Research and Innovation…
In a significant step toward agricultural modernization, Haryana’s government has partnered with the International Potato Center (CIP) to enhance the production of Early Generation Seed (EGS) potatoes in the state’s southern districts—Charkhi Dadri, Bhiwani, Mahendragarh, and Rewari. The project, backed by…
Potatoes are a staple crop, cultivated in over 150 countries worldwide, providing essential nutrients such as high-quality protein (up to 4.6% per tuber) and vital amino acids. Just 600 grams of potatoes can meet a person’s daily…
A farmer in Volgograd recently received a 20-ton shipment of seed potatoes from Udmurtia. However, the labels lacked crucial information: the packaging date (in the required "month year" format) and the batch number. This violation was detected…
Arkhangelsk Oblast has positioned itself as a leader in the production of elite seed potatoes, thanks to its favorable phytosanitary conditions and climate, which help maintain disease-free crops. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Trade of…
UK potato farmers are navigating a difficult season marked by falling prices and uneven crop performance due to contrasting weather conditions across the country. Ex-farm potato prices have dropped sharply in recent months, driven by an oversupply across Europe, which has suppressed domestic market…
