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In 2024, Washington State farmers shattered the world record for potato yield, producing an astounding 111,343 pounds per acre, equivalent to approximately 125 tonnes per hectare. Officially recognized by the World Record ...

Nufarm’s European Sustainable Potato Platform (SPP) is providing farmers with innovative tools and technologies to enhance crop resilience and sustainability. Integrating resistant potato varieties, biofungicides, biostimulants, and NUCROP hybrid electric desiccation technology, ...

In a remarkable display of community spirit and agricultural success, a youth brigade in Krasnoyarsk Krai has harvested over 9.5 tons of potatoes per hectare in this year's "Potato Field" event. The ...

John Rasic’s examination of a vast virgin pastureland reveals significant soil variations despite uniform environmental conditions. His critical perspective challenges the claims of some regenerative agriculture experts and underscores the importance of ...

Tianjin, September 7, 2024 On September 6, the 14th China International Potato Expo and the 2024 China Dingxi Potato Conference were held in Dingxi City, Gansu Province. Ma Tingli, Deputy Secretary and ...

IndianPotato.com reports that McCain Food India recently collaborated with the Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) to conduct a comprehensive training program for farmers engaged in potato contract farming in Punjab and Gujarat. ...

As climate change continues to disrupt traditional farming practices, U.S. farmers are facing increased risks from unpredictable weather patterns, including more frequent droughts, heat stress, and erratic rainfall. To counter these challenges, ...

In 2006, Pierre-Henri Belvas began his agricultural career on a polyculture-livestock farm in Regnauville, Pas-de-Calais. However, the demands of dairy and pig farming, coupled with limited profitability, led him to reconsider his ...

This article explores the historical significance of the potato during Canada’s Gold Rush, highlighting its role as both a critical food source and a form of currency.

Potato Days UK is a two-day field event that brings together potato growers, industry professionals, and researchers for live machinery demonstrations, expert discussions, and networking opportunities. Hosted by DLG and supported by ...

The Si-POTA project, spearheaded by students Satrio Budi Arifin, Ahmad Ardiansyah, Fadhila Khatami Putra, Anggita Nurisa Maharani, and Chosy Isni Maharesi, represents a significant leap forward in agricultural technology. Under the guidance ...

Haulm destruction in potatoes can be achieved by mechanical or chemical methods or using a combination of the two. Bed formation and machinery set-up If considering a combined mechanical and spray approach, ...

Pragati Dahal, a graduate student from Nepal, is undertaking a master’s thesis in applied economics under the guidance of Chris McIntosh, head of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology (AERS). ...

As he assumes his role, Prof. Toth expressed his enthusiasm for leading the EAPR, highlighting the association's unique blend of researchers, extension specialists, and industry professionals. He described the EAPR as a ...

Subtitle: Key Takeaways from Agrico’s Demonstration of Organic Cultivars Last week, Agrico hosted a series of informative field visits for organic growers at their BioSelect trial fields in Oudemolen and Emmeloord. These ...

The Michigan Potato Industry Commission's Box Bin Tour 2024, scheduled for August 22, will provide a detailed review of new potato varieties, storage plans, and ongoing trials. The event includes site visits, ...

The article highlights the upcoming Potato Field Days hosted by PAPAS, focusing on innovations in seed quality, new varieties, and growing practices. It emphasizes the opportunity for industry professionals to engage with ...

The UK Potato Days stand as a pivotal event in the agricultural calendar, bringing together a wide array of industry professionals to explore the latest innovations and practical solutions in potato cultivation. ...

Boris Contreras Kusch to Speak at the ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL FORUM "FAT-AGRO" on August 15-16, 2024 Boris Contreras Kusch, a renowned agro-engineer and co-founder of Papas Arcoiris, will be a ...

This article covers the recent visit of Potatoes USA's Executive Committee to the Red River Valley, focusing on their interactions with farmers, researchers, and processors in North Dakota and Minnesota. It highlights ...

In a significant initiative in Bauchi State, an NGO named Catalysing Strengthened Policy Action for Healthy Diets and Resilience (CASCADE) has provided empowerment to 1,482 women smallholder farmers with orange-flesh potato vines ...