U.S.-based Iott Seed Farms has implemented an intelligent system for monitoring temperature and airflow in each of its 16 storage bins, ensuring the quality and freshness of seed potatoes during storage and transport
Smart Management of Seed Potato Storage
Iott Seed Farms, based in the United States, has unveiled an impressive level of organization in their storage and logistics operations. The facility features 16 specialized shipping and storage bins, each equipped with temperature and airflow monitoring systems. This setup ensures stable conditions for seed potatoes at every stage—from storage to transportation.
Microclimate Control: The Key to Quality
This kind of system is especially vital for seed potatoes, whose quality directly affects future yields. Intelligent control prevents overheating, freezing, and condensation—common causes of rot and seed loss.
On POTATOES NEWS, we’ve previously explored similar digital innovations in potato storage—cases from the Netherlands and Germany featured comparable systems. Now, the U.S. example stands out as a benchmark for efficiency, particularly for large farms and exporters.
Benefits for Export and Business Sustainability
Automation in storage management significantly reduces human error and allows immediate response to any deviations from the norm. This is crucial for export operations—stable temperature conditions and product quality build trust with international buyers.
Do you think the Russian market is ready for this level of investment in automated potato storage? What technologies do you see as the most promising in the near future?
