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The Expanding Potato Processing Industry The global potato processing industry is poised to reach a market value of $35 billion by the end of 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% over the…
The Inception of 'Potato-Turned Rice'In a remarkable stride toward food security, Yunnan Province in southwest China has launched the first production and marketing trials of ‘potato-turned rice.’ This rice-shaped starch product is made from potatoes using a…
Potato farming in Argentina has become an increasingly unsustainable activity for many producers, as rising costs and falling market prices put the future of the sector at risk. According to Mario Raiteri, counselor at Coninagro and vice…
In the heart of Spain’s Llanada Alavesa, a crisis is unfolding as unharvested seed potatoes rot in saturated fields. Excessive rainfall between September and December 2024 has left 20% of the region’s 100 hectares of seed potato…
Potatoes are a staple crop enjoyed worldwide in countless forms—boiled, fried, or baked. However, improving their taste is a key concern for farmers aiming to meet consumer expectations. Experts assert that cultivation practices and soil management have…
In an effort to rejuvenate seed potato stocks, the laboratory at Irkutsk State Agrarian University named after A. A. Ezhevsky has initiated the harvest of the regionally adapted "Babr" variety. This innovative work employs advanced aeroponic systems,…
For farmers and agricultural professionals, selecting a potato variety that balances productivity and ease of care is paramount. The "Bogatyr" potato stands out as a high-yielding, low-maintenance variety that has quickly gained popularity among gardeners and farmers…
The "Ilyinsky" potato variety, developed by Moscow breeders, has become a game-changer for farmers and gardeners alike. According to agronomist Ksenia Davydova, this variety combines high yields, drought resistance, and excellent storage qualities. With an average yield…
Agronomist Kseniya Davydova has provided clarity on a long-standing question among potato growers: does cutting seed potatoes impact yield? According to Davydova, when seed material is scarce, cutting potatoes into three or four parts is a viable…
Potatoes, a staple food for millions, are highly sensitive to changes in temperature and climate. As global temperatures rise, Chinese scientists are working to develop heat-resistant potato varieties to secure food supplies. At a research facility northwest…
The breeding is just not the “act” of crossing.To start a breeding program it’s necessary to clearly establish the target market, then have a genetic base with good data, develop field tests and use tools to collect…
Doaba Region's Successful Potato Season Farmers in the Doaba region are reaping the rewards of a profitable potato season, with the demand for early varieties of potatoes, like Kufri Pukhraj and Kufri Uday, driving prices upward. Potato…
