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Startling new figures confirm a major production shift within the heart of Europe's seed potato industry. For 2025, the combined seed potato cultivation area across the six main producing countries has reached 106,864 hectares, a substantial increase of 9,297…
The agricultural branch "Yubileiny-Agro" of the OJSC "Gomselmash" conglomerate is currently showcasing a masterclass in efficient potato harvesting. According to Director Sergey Drozd, the enterprise has already harvested 6 out of 12 planted hectares, yielding 185 tons…
The story of Mabits'oane Diholo, a 53-year-old potato farmer in Lesotho’s Maseru district, encapsulates a quiet revolution sweeping through the nation's highlands. Once a subsistence grower, she now runs a profitable enterprise, funding her children's education and…
A recent field demonstration at the "Sät" peasant farm in Kazakhstan's Kargaly region provided a tangible look at the rapid maturation of drone technology in modern agriculture. While the visit featured the harvesting of new potatoes, the…
In a recent feature, Vadim Makhanko, General Director of the Scientific and Practical Center of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) of Belarus for Potato and Horticulture, highlighted an interesting trend: farmers and private plot owners are…
For farmers, agronomists, and farm owners, the conversation about potatoes isn't just about red or white for dinner. It's about understanding the genetic potential, post-harvest physiology, and market dynamics that differentiate one cultivar from another. While consumers…
The recent collapse of Dutch potato processor CêlaVíta has sent ripples through the European agricultural community, highlighting the precarious nature of even established players in the value-added food chain. On August 12, 2025, the Wezep-based company—employing approximately…
A quiet revolution is transforming the European potato landscape, and its epicenter is in France. Long overshadowed by processing giants Belgium and the Netherlands, France has emerged as Europe's fastest-growing potato processing hub, with profound implications for…
In the highlands of Gangwon Province, South Korea, a quiet revolution is underway to future-proof one of the world’s most vital staple crops. On August 6, Pyeongchang County hosted a “Regional Adaptation Trial Evaluation Meeting” for new…
Nestled in the Loess Plateau, the city of Dingxi has orchestrated one of modern agriculture's most remarkable transformations. Once known as a land of subsistence farming, Dingxi has leveraged the humble potato to build a multi-billion dollar…
The global agricultural landscape is witnessing a significant shift towards value-added processing, and dehydrated potatoes are at the forefront of this transformation. With a market value of $7.72 billion in 2024, the dehydrated potato products sector is projected…
Since its announcement in January 2025, Agristo's planned $450 million potato processing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota, has progressed from a bold vision to a tangible project with breathtaking speed. This facility, one of the largest…
