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The dry season potato harvest (safra de seca) in the southern region of Minas Gerais—the leading potato-producing state in Brazil—has commenced for the $2026$ agricultural cycle. Despite minor planting delays caused by erratic rainfall early in the…
The frozen potato industry in South America continues to be anchored by the massive agro-industrial ecosystem of Balcarce, Argentina. McCain Foods has solidified its position as the undisputed leader in the regional frozen potato market, utilizing its…
Coinciding with the international celebrations of Potato Day, the Araucanía region of Chile has initiated a major transition toward eco-friendly agriculture. The newly launched project, "Papa Huella Cero: protocolo de transición agroecológica para los sistemas productivos de…
Mendoza's potato sector has entered an ambitious new phase of development with the official launch of the Mendoza Potato Cluster (Clúster de la Papa de Mendoza). Unveiled during the second edition of "Habemus Papas II"—a premier event…
The department of Intibucá—celebrated as the premier agricultural engine of Honduras's potato sector—is grappling with an escalating operational crisis. Local potato growers are facing a complex web of environmental and commercial pressures. A combination of massive market…
On the occasion of International Potato Day—designated by the United Nations in $2023$ to recognize the nutritional, economic, and cultural value of the world's most consumed tuber—Chilean agriculture is showcasing a profound technological transformation. Facing severe climate…
The Mexican potato sector is facing a highly challenging agricultural cycle. A combination of historic heatwaves, severe water scarcity, and rampant pest infestations has heavily impacted key potato-producing regions in the north of the country. According to…
The potato is far more than a staple food in Bolivia—it is a cornerstone of cultural identity, food security, and rural economics. As global organizations highlight its strategic importance on the world stage, local communities in Bolivia…
International Potato Day, celebrated worldwide, holds a highly special meaning for Colombia. This versatile tuber has firmly established itself as the country's second most important food staple, surpassed only by rice. Beyond its indispensable role in the…
Farmers in Saratov Region have completed potato planting for this season. According to the regional Ministry of Agriculture, 710 hectares were allocated to the crop in the organized sector of the agro-industrial complex, matching last year's level.…
According to the Potato Union, producer prices for potatoes in Russia have fallen by more than 60% over the past year. Alexey Krasilnikov, Director of the association, told Agroinvestor that the only crop in the "borscht set"…
Vegetable farms in Russia's Saratov region have completed potato planting, and the harvest is expected to match or slightly exceed last year's figures, according to the regional Ministry of Agriculture. A total of 6.8 thousand hectares have…
