HOST: Viktor Kovalev (Global Market and Strategy)PROJECT: International Potato Tour 2026PARTICIPANTS:Kristof Wallays — AgristoIrakli Kordadze — FrixxPeter Van Dael — Roger & Roger (Croky brand) In Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, a meeting took place that went…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), we visited a unique and highly advanced potato production enterprise in Ankara, Turkey. This facility is not just another greenhouse operation—it is a fully integrated, technology-driven system focused on…
https://youtu.be/eCzAlKCeH_E Armenia’s potato sector reflects a complex mix of tradition, resilience, and structural limitations. Unlike large-scale farming systems seen in many countries, Armenian agriculture is dominated by smallholder farms, where even 10 hectares is considered a solid…
https://youtu.be/cAABCGKnBoI The potato industry in Armenia continues to rely on dedicated farmers who combine tradition with practical innovation. One such grower, with more than two decades of experience, offers a clear взгляд into how modern potato farming…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), the POTATOES.NEWS team visited potato-growing regions of Armenia to explore real field conditions, farmer challenges, and technological gaps. The discussions revealed a sector with strong potential but facing significant…
The International Potato Tour (IPT) continues to expand global cooperation and is proud to introduce a new technology partner — MATTON Machinery. This partnership brings together technology and expertise to advance the global potato industry, from cultivation…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), a key meeting with farmers was held in Azerbaijan, bringing together growers, agronomists, and industry representatives to discuss real challenges in potato production and practical solutions for increasing efficiency.…
The current state of the agricultural sector of the Republic of Azerbaijan is characterized by deep transformation, in which potato farming occupies one of the central positions. As part of the global project International Potato Tour, the…
https://youtu.be/k1kvaqfRUpI As part of the International Potato Tour, the POTATOES NEWS team visited the village of Duygali in the Shamkir district of Azerbaijan — one of the country’s key potato-producing regions. Here we met Zaman Mammadov, a…
ntroduction: A Sector at a Turning Point Armenia’s agricultural sector is undergoing a structural transformation. The shift from traditional farming practices to technology-driven agribusiness models is no longer optional—it is essential for survival. As part of the…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), the POTATOES NEWS team continues to explore emerging potato-growing regions and real production environments. The next stop is Azerbaijan — a country where a new seed potato industry is…
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 to 27, ANSA is implementing a comprehensive…