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A recent survey by the International Potato Center in Vĩnh Long Province, Vietnam, explores the benefits and challenges of the rice-sweet potato crop rotation. The study highlights improvements in pathogen control, greenhouse ...

A meeting of the Coordinating Council for Potato Production was held in Kostanay, Kazakhstan, with the participation of representatives of Russian regions and their local colleagues. The event was attended by leading ...

Alternaria spp. cause different diseases in potato and tomato crops. Early blight caused by Alternaria solani and brown spot caused by Alternaria alternata are most common, but the disease complex is far more diverse.  Alternaria species adopt a ...

According to the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Galicia led the nation in potato cultivation area in 2023, with 17,770 hectares, surpassing Castilla y León's 16,934 hectares. Among these dedicated farmers is Óscar ...

The threat of emerging plant diseases has become more frequent as global warming and international trade are increasing. Blackleg and soft rot of potatoes caused by the group of bacteria in the ...

An individual approach to the detection of potato viruses using the Potato Virus Elisa Kit The latest solutions to combat potato viruses: offers from M/s Afnan TradersAn individual approach to the detection ...

Meloidogyne chitwoodi and M. fallax belong to the root-knot nematodes, which is a polyphagous group of highly adapted obligate plant pathogens of about 100 species. Root-knot nematodes are distributed world-wide and parasitise ...

Biofumigation is the use of green manures crops which release biocidal molecules into the soil after their incorporation. This best practice was developed in several countries to cope with the withdrawal of ...

Last month, the World Potato Congress 2024 brought together over 150 global experts at the Waite Research Institute to showcase cutting-edge potato farming technologies and creative product innovations. From advanced soil diagnostics ...

This article details the early start and increased volume of the Polish potato season for 2024/25, discussing the challenges faced by growers and the impact of weather and pathogens on the crop.

The article describes a seminar held in the Gorodetsky District of the Nizhny Novgorod Region, organized by August Company, where the focus was on identifying and treating potato diseases amidst a cold ...

In Southeast Asia, where climatic conditions present challenges for agriculture, maintaining high seed potato quality requires specialized expertise and attention. In this context, Md. Akhteruzzaman's role as QC Advisor at Supreme Seed ...

Late blight caused by Phytophthora infestans is the leading killer in potato production, which can cause the death of leaves and stems and tubers to rot, seriously threatening potato yield and causing ...

The Michigan Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Alliance hosted members of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) pesticide regulatory team for tours of several ...

This article highlights the increased risk of potato diseases in Russia due to high rainfall, emphasizing the need for vigilant pest and disease management to protect crops. It outlines key strategies for ...

Clavibacter sepedonicus is a bacterial potato pathogen, threatening potato production across the world.  In some potato growing countries, this potato pathogen is widespread, but on the eradication of the causative agent of ring ...

Different stages of tuber infection (photo by Maria A. Kuznetsova, All-Russian Phytopathology Research Institute, https://gd.eppo.int/taxon/CORBSE/photos) Clavibacter sepedonicus, causing potato ring rot, (https://gd.eppo.int/taxon/CORBSE) is a major bacterial  pathogen of potato in many potato-growing ...

Potato field (photo by Maria A. KUZNETSOVA, All-Russian Phytopathology Research Institute) Weeds can cause a lot of problems in potatoes. These reduce crop cover through competition for nutrients and keep many plant ...

Mechanization is undeniably transforming agriculture in Kenya. The rise of organizations providing mechanization services is a game-changer, making advanced farming equipment accessible to smallholder farmers who can’t afford to buy their own ...

Photo by © Maria A. Kuznetsova (All-Russian Phytopathology Research Institute) Late blight is a disease, caused by an oomycete, Phytophthora infestans. This is a growing concern in many regions, growing potatoes. For decades, ...

There are some seed-borne diseases that are a concern for many potato growers worldwide, in particular in the European countries. In a recent decade, the most devastating potato disease is recognised potato blackleg, caused ...

Hydroponic seed potato production is transforming potato farming by providing clean, disease-free seeds and enabling rapid multiplication and year-round production. This technology, gaining traction in Kenya, offers significant benefits for farmers and ...

Potato blackleg, caused by bacteria from the Pectobacterium spp. and Dickeya genera, poses a significant threat to seed potato production. This disease not only leads to substantial yield losses but also affects ...

We are excited to invite you to join our WhatsApp community dedicated to the latest discussions on the diagnosis of pathogens and certification processes for potatoes. This is an excellent opportunity for ...

Clavibacter sepedonicus is recognized as one of the most devastating potato plant pathogens in Europe and over the world. It is capable of causing significant losses in potato crops due to downgrading during ...