The hard question: Pesticides or GMO’s
Walter De Jong shouts over the roar of fans in the greenhouse. He’s telling me about the seedlings beside him, which pepper the dark soil in a grid of small ...
Walter De Jong shouts over the roar of fans in the greenhouse. He’s telling me about the seedlings beside him, which pepper the dark soil in a grid of small ...
Potato is designated as a "Future Food" for food and nutritional security in the developing world (FAO, 2008). Globally, India is the second-largest potato producer in the world and ranks ...
Despite one of the most challenging years in British farming history, with early droughts followed by widespread floods, PepsiCo surpassed the target of a one-third reduction in water use using ...
ABSTRACT: - The unsung heroes of Punjab's quality seed potato production system play a crucial role in ensuring the supply of healthy seed potatoes to various parts of India. These ...
Mark Your Calendars for May 30th! A monumental event is on the horizon as May 30th marks the inaugural global celebration of the potato, announced by Celfia Obregón. From the ...
Collaborative Effort Aims to Empower Farmers Against Potato Cyst Nematode Pressure A pioneering effort to bolster the effectiveness of trap cropping in mitigating potato cyst nematode (PCN) pressure is underway, ...
José Ignacio Falces Provides Insights on the Continuous Presence of Spanish Potatoes in the Market Ensuring a consistent supply of Spanish potatoes throughout the year remains a key objective for ...
Potato Tuber Moth (Phthorimaea operculella) populations are on the increase across southern Europe, particularly around Mediterranean basin, and are likely to lead to significant in-store losses and threaten the trade ...
In a recent study, discovery regarding the use of specific LED light wavelengths to boost potato growth and yield, the findings are not only exciting but also hold immense promise, ...
Children across the United Kingdom have been harvesting new potato crops as part of the Potato Council’s primary school project, Grow Your Own Potatoes. Keen to observe educational activity in ...
Sainsbury’s has relaxed the product specification of Scottish potatoes to support farmers through one of the toughest seasons. The run of wet weather this season has left many Scottish farmers ...
Ri.Nova brings forth another engaging episode of Agricast, delving into a perennial issue: the onslaught of potato beetle attacks in Rwandan fields. These insects, whose larvae dwell in the soil, ...
Harinder Singh Dhindsa reports on the vital process of harvesting early generation potato seeds, shedding light on the significance of this step in potato cultivation. As the foundation of the ...
Root rot is a common and detrimental disease that affects potato plants, causing decreased yield and quality of the crop. It is caused by various soilborne pathogens such as Pythium, ...
In the new season, the republic will increase the area under socially significant and highly profitable crops. We are talking about oilseeds and fodder, as well as potatoes and sugar ...
The disease known as Pythium Leak, scientifically named Pythium ultimum, is identified by initial tuber symptoms such as grey to brownish lesions with a water-soaked appearance, usually developing around wounds, ...
An Eastern Oregon potato processing plant, Lamb Weston's Hermiston facility, has recently come to an agreement with state regulators regarding repeated wastewater violations. These violations have contributed to excess groundwater ...
The Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI) in Thiruvananthapuram, India, has successfully developed and obtained a patent for a size-based Chinese potato grader, addressing a longstanding challenge for farmers. Grading ...
Potato prices in retail markets across Kolkata have witnessed a significant increase over the past three days. The Jyoti variety has risen from Rs 22 to Rs 23 per kg, ...
As we commemorate World Water Day on March 22nd, let us honor the unsung hero behind one of the world's most beloved staple foods - the humble potato! Water plays ...
In the realm of potato cultivation, understanding the intricacies of physiological disorders is paramount to ensuring crop health and quality. One such disorder, swollen or enlarged lenticels, often raises concerns ...
In a bid to revolutionize potato farming, Giannis Anastasopoulos and the dedicated team have embarked on a mission to screen new potato varieties meticulously. Their focus? Resistance to nematodes and ...
Today, March 22nd, marks World Water Day, a global initiative aimed at highlighting the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of water resources. As we reflect on ...
As the potato growing season begins, The Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) will provide free Integrated Pest Management (IPM) supplies for Washington’s potato growers. IPM is a highly effective and ...
In the world of potato farming, success often hinges on meticulous care and attention to detail. One of the fundamental aspects that can make or break a potato crop is ...