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Agricultural enterprises in Russia's Bryansk region have commenced early potato planting, aiming to recover from last year's significant production shortfall. With expanded planting areas and supportive regional initiatives, farmers are optimistic about meeting domestic demand and stabilizing…
Potato Boom in Southern Russia: Kochubeyevsky District Expects 3X Growth in 2025 Harvest Farmers in Kochubeyevsky District of Stavropol Krai are planning a remarkable expansion in potato production, projecting a harvest of over 7,000 tons in 2025.…
As potato prices in Russia surge by over 90% in a year, lawmakers are pushing for temporary price regulations to protect consumers. With inflation driven by poor harvests and market imbalances, the proposal has ignited debate over…
To meet domestic demand and stabilize rising prices, Russia is expanding its potato-growing area by 6,500 hectares in 2025. The decision follows a significant drop in the 2024 harvest and growing concern over retail price spikes. Government…
Huánuco Invests in Native Potato Production: A Model for Sustainable Highland Agriculture In the heart of the Peruvian Andes, the Regional Government of Huánuco (Gorehco) has taken a transformative step in revitalizing native potato cultivation. As of…
Tauripampa’s Native Potato Festival: A Celebration Rooted in Biodiversity and Knowledge In the Andean highlands of Peru, potatoes are more than a staple—they are a symbol of heritage, identity, and resilience. This spirit was fully alive at…
From Surplus to Sensation: The Story of Pieper-Mania The year 2015 may not seem far behind, but for Dutch potato growers and food lovers alike, it marks the unforgettable moment when “Pieper-mania” swept through Kwintsheul, a village…
DKHV Launches 2025 "Fachkraft Kartoffel" Certification Program: Building Expertise in the Potato Sector As the potato industry evolves amid climate challenges, market pressures, and increasing quality demands, professional training becomes an essential pillar for sustained competitiveness. Recognizing…
Manitoba’s Potato Sector Under Pressure as Processors Pull Back A wave of unexpected order reductions from major buyers like McCain Foods and J.R. Simplot Company has left Manitoba’s seed and table potato growers in a precarious situation.…
Fresh Potato Glut in France: Quality and Quantity Create Market Tensions The French fresh potato market has entered a period of significant stress in early 2025, marked by high inventories, declining prices, and limited export activity. According…
Protein from Potatoes: PoLoPo’s Breakthrough in Molecular Farming Scales Up As the global food system searches for more sustainable, efficient, and plant-based protein sources, Israeli startup PoLoPo has emerged at the forefront of molecular farming innovation. The…
Burts Launches New Flavor and Packaging with a Nod to British Farms and Artisan Cheese Burts Snacks Ltd, a premium British snack company known for its deep-rooted connection to local farming, has just introduced a new flavor…
