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In a significant leap forward for agricultural biotechnology, researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences have utilized CRISPR/Cas9 technology to create a new generation of potatoes with enhanced resilience to both ...

A Promising Opportunity for Potato Cultivators and Entrepreneurs. The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan is making significant strides in the agricultural export sector as it approaches the final stages of negotiations with ...

The 1840s Irish potato famine stands as a stark reminder of the devastating impact plant diseases can have on food security. The blight that ravaged Ireland’s potato crops, caused by the pathogen ...

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) are an important global food since they are rich incarbohydrates and offer significant amounts of protein, vitamins, and dietary fiber . Although potatoes thrive best in temperate climates, they ...

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 ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled three new potato varieties—Kufri Chipsona-5, Kufri Bhaskar, and Kufri Jamunia—at the India Agricultural Research Institute. These varieties offer high yields, climate resilience, and nutritional benefits, with ...

This article highlights the International Potato Center's efforts in advancing genetic improvement for potato breeding, the significance of these developments, and opportunities for young researchers to contribute to this vital work.

ARS scientists in Boise are employing cattle grazing as a strategic tool to manage invasive grasses and reduce wildfire risks on western rangelands. Through prescribed grazing and innovative practices like High-Intensity Low ...

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 ...

When Too Much of a Good Thing Becomes a Bad Thing: Examining Nitrogen Use Under Limited Irrigation As drought conditions worsen, farmers are increasingly adopting limited irrigation strategies, providing crops with some, ...

Potato wart disease is one of the most important quarantine diseases of potato in the world. The disease is caused by Synchytrium endobioticum, which after infection causes tumour-like outgrowths near a meristematic tissue. The ...

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 ...

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 ...

This article discusses recent research findings on managing nitrogen levels under limited irrigation conditions. The study highlights the importance of optimizing nitrogen use to improve crop yields, reduce costs, and minimize environmental ...

Paradiso Potato Variety Sets New Yield Records in Uzbekistan In an impressive agricultural achievement, the early maturing, high-yielding Paradiso variety from Agrico Netherlands has produced an outstanding yield of 48 tons per ...

This article covers the release of the NPC 2024 Annual Potato Yearbook, highlighting progress on legislative, regulatory, and marketing priorities, along with updated industry statistics and program overviews.

A Call to Action Against a Formidable Foe Late blight affects both foliage and tubers, capable of decimating entire crops within one to two weeks. The pathogen's ability to develop resistance to ...

Uncovering the Health Benefits of Purple Potatoes Despite extensive and ongoing research into potatoes by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), new findings from the Guelph Study and Development Center of AAFC have ...

Farmers, agronomists, entrepreneurs, and industry specialists discussed innovations in potato cultivation and export opportunities On July 17th, the city of Kostroma in the Russian Federation hosted Potato Day, bringing together farmers, agronomists, ...

Dear colleagues and agricultural industry professionals, We invite you to participate in the annual International Scientific-Practical Forum "FAT-AGRO", which will take place on August 15-16, 2024, The forum focuses on current issues ...

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 ...

Potatoes South Africa's vision for 2050 marks a pivotal moment for the industry, setting a strategic direction aimed at sustainability, innovation, and economic growth. With the support of partners like AECI Plant ...

In a strategic move to bolster its presence and capabilities in the agribusiness sector, Syensqo has announced a partnership with Agtech Innovation, a renowned center for agricultural innovation located in the Piracicaba ...

Iscon Balaji Foods (IBF) has embarked on a revolutionary journey to empower over 8,000 farmers cultivating potato variants across 25,000 acres in seven Indian states. The Iscon Balaji Gyan Yatra, or Knowledge ...

In the U.S., Northern root-knot nematode is widespread across cooler climates, while Columbia root-knot nematode is only found in the northwestern region. Both species infect potato tubers, causing a bumpy or rough ...