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In the first half of 2026, prices for basic socially significant food products in Russia fell by an average of 10.4% compared to the same period last year, according to Stanislav Bogdanov, head of the Association of…
The global potato processing market, valued at $36.85 billion in 2023, is expected to grow to $65.17 billion by 2033, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.87% over the forecast period, according to a report…
A state-of-the-art complex for vegetable storage and processing is set to be constructed in the city of Solnechnogorsk, Moscow Region, with total investments reaching 500 million rubles (approximately $5.5 million). The project, announced by the regional Ministry…
In a significant stride toward solving the global plastic pollution crisis, researchers at the University of Barcelona have developed a novel method to produce high-value biodegradable bioplastic—polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB)—directly from raw potato starch. The process, which takes only…
At the "All-Russian Field Day – 2026" held in the Altai Territory, the development of domestic seed breeding emerged as a key topic, with participants concluding that Russian agricultural science is ready for large-scale implementation – particularly…
A significant surge in the cost of key food staples has been recorded in the Mexican food market. Potatoes and avocados led the list of basic basket goods that demonstrated a sharp price spike, putting noticeable pressure…
A steady decline in potato prices has been recorded across wholesale markets in Brazil. The downward trend has continued for the third consecutive week, driven by a gradual increase in supply resulting from the active harvesting of…
According to the latest report from the Ministry of Agriculture of Nicaragua (MAG), national potato production reached a volume of 36,800 quintals (approximately 1,690 tons) in this month of July 2026. These figures confirm the stable development…
In the province of Cañete (Lima region, Peru), agricultural producers are facing a massive crisis in the potato sector. Triggered by anomalous climate changes, an aggressive wave of pests has swept the area, forcing many farmers to…
An unprecedented surge in prices has been recorded in the Mexican fresh potato market. In some regions of the country, the cost of white potatoes for the end consumer has more than doubled, setting a historic record…
In the district of Cocachacra (Arequipa region, Peru), a specialized training program for local agricultural producers has been successfully completed. The initiative aimed to modernize potato cultivation methods, improve seed quality, and introduce environmentally safe pest control…
More than 40 days of scorching heat without rainfall have taken a heavy toll on grain crops in the Pavlodar Region. According to the regional agricultural department, about 78% of sown areas are in satisfactory condition, 15%…
