Recently, "potato rice" has gained attention in China as an innovative processed food product. Made from fresh potatoes, buckwheat flour, corn flour, and glyceryl stearate, it offers a unique texture—chewy ...
A heated debate has erupted after Egerton University released a study titled ‘Influence of On-farm Pesticide Practices and Processing Methods on Pesticide Residue Levels in Potato Tubers in Nyandarua County, Kenya’. ...
As the first batches of open-ground potatoes from southern Russia hit the shelves in early June, consumers can expect some relief from soaring retail prices. However, the potato market remains ...
Nikolai Leshik, Head of the Crop Production Department at the Ministry of Agriculture, announced that Belarus aims to harvest 11 million tons of grain, including rapeseed. This target aligns with recent ...
Governor Alexei Besprozvannykh has called for a ban on potato exports from Kaliningrad until the region reaches full self-sufficiency. However, local farmers claim they already avoid exporting due to unprofitable ...
Recent reports from Russia’s Potato Union and the Union of Organic Farming highlight growing concerns over the 2024 harvest season. Extreme heat in southern regions and erratic temperature fluctuations are ...
The German early potato season has officially kicked off, with the first batches arriving from Palatinate and Baden-Württemberg—over a week earlier than last year. According to Lothar Meyer, a potato ...
Transitioning to organic farming requires meticulous planning, with soil health, pest management, and market access playing pivotal roles. Below is a detailed breakdown of the process across key potato-growing regions. ...
Conventional potato farming has taken a heavy toll on global soils. Decades of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and intensive tillage have led to: 1-2% annual loss of soil organic matter (SOM) (FAO, ...
Potatoes are a staple crop worldwide, but viral and bacterial diseases can drastically reduce yields. Disease-free seed potatoes, produced through tissue culture and advanced propagation techniques, offer a solution. Gansu ...
In 2025, a collaborative effort between the Chongqing Agricultural Technology Extension Station and the Kaizhou District Agricultural Development Service Center established a 105-mu (≈7 ha) demonstration field in Tianci Village, Baihe Street, Kaizhou District. The project ...
In Dingxi’s Anding District, known as China’s "Potato Capital," farmers are embracing a new season with free high-quality seed potatoes. The Qinglan Mountain Township is distributing the high-yield "Qingshu No. ...
In a landmark event for Indonesia’s agricultural sector, Kerinci Regency successfully harvested its first batch of G0-class potato seeds at the Balai Benih Induk (BBI) Kentang Kayu Aro on May 7, 2025. This milestone underscores ...
In a significant step toward seed renewal and agricultural resilience, 25,000 kg of second-generation Picasso seed potatoes have been distributed to farmers in Kyrgyzstan’s Alay district. Sourced from Dutch breeding programs, these ...
Farmers and agricultural organizations in the Khabarovsk region are significantly expanding potato cultivation this year. The total planted area is expected to grow by 100 hectares, reaching 1,200 hectares for commercial farms, ...
Stavropol Krai has received a significant shipment of high-quality seed potatoes from North Ossetia-Alania, reinforcing regional potato farming efforts. Before planting, the potatoes underwent strict pest inspections by the North Caucasus ...
The European Commission (EC) reports that potato planting in the North-Western European Potato Growers (NEPG) region—including Germany, the Netherlands, France, and Poland—has progressed swiftly due to dry weather since late ...
Recent data reveals a startling surge in Kyrgyzstan’s potato imports from China, raising alarms over food security and self-sufficiency. According to China’s General Administration of Customs, Kyrgyzstan imported 34,500 tons of ...
Russia’s Ministry of Agriculture has announced a 13% reduction in state subsidies for potato and vegetable production, allocating 3.7 billion rubles in 2024—800 million rubles less than the previous year. According to the ...
Recent spring frosts in Russia have sparked discussions about their potential effects on potato yields. According to Vladimir Akatyev, chairman of an agricultural cooperative, the frosts did not directly damage ...
Royal HZPC Group is poised for a historic financial year, with projected revenues surpassing €500 million—a significant increase from the previous year. This growth is driven by strong global demand ...
Powdery scab is a soil-borne disease that thrives in cool, moist conditions, causing unsightly lesions on potato tubers and galls on roots. Unlike other pathogens, Spongospora subterranea can survive in soil for ...
Russia is grappling with an unprecedented potato price crisis, with costs soaring to record levels. According to Russia’s Federal Statistics Service, potatoes have seen the steepest price increase among all food ...
Potatoes are a cornerstone of the American diet, appearing in everything from chips to frozen hash browns. However, recent recalls of potato-based products have raised alarms about food safety risks ...
Frito-Lay North America, a PepsiCo division, recently launched Lay’s Thai-Style Red Curry potato chips, capitalizing on the growing U.S. demand for international flavors. The product features lemongrass, coconut milk, and red chili—ingredients ...
Potato farming faces significant challenges due to bacterial wilt (Ralstonia solanacearum), a devastating disease that causes severe yield losses worldwide. In Indonesia alone, bacterial wilt can reduce potato yields by 30-70%, ...
In Russia’s Krasnodar Krai (Kuban), potato prices have surged dramatically, with reports of a 100% increase over the past year. Consumers in Armavir are paying up to 300 RUB/kg in supermarkets, while discounted potatoes ...
Switzerland’s potato sector continues to struggle with declining cultivation areas and unpredictable weather, forcing the country to rely on imports to meet demand. According to Swisspatat, as of March this year, ...
The city of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is set to become a key hub for potato processing as Belgium-based Agristo prepares to break ground on a $450 million facility—its first in the United ...
According to recent data from Avito, seed potatoes in Chelyabinsk Oblast are being sold at consistent rates: Rozara variety (small tubers) – 500 rubles per bucket (Miass) Generic varietal potatoes – 400 rubles per 12-liter bucket (Kartaly) ...
A United Response to PCN: Science and Practice in One Guide PCN: A Persistent Threat to Potato Production Potato cyst nematodes (PCN), specifically Globodera pallida and G. rostochiensis, remain a ...
Wireworms, the larval stage of click beetles (Elateridae), are a major pest in potato fields worldwide. These pests tunnel into stems and tubers, causing stunted growth and opening pathways for ...
The planting season for potatoes has officially begun in Kabardino-Balkaria, with the republic’s Ministry of Agriculture projecting cultivation on 7,000 hectares—consistent with the region’s annual averages. While small-scale farmers dominate production, ...
Recent discussions about potential fines for planting "illegal" potato seeds have caused confusion among farmers, agronomists, and home gardeners. However, experts confirm that the restrictions apply only to commercial use of ...
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Yeoju Agricultural Cooperative in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, recently organized a potato-planting event in collaboration with the Hometown Women’s Group (Hyanggo Jubu ...
Wisconsin’s potato industry is a powerhouse, contributing $320 million annually and ranking as the third-largest potato producer in the U.S., according to the latest USDA data. Additionally, the state is among the top five for ...
As temperatures rise and soils warm up, farmers face a critical decision: plant potatoes early for a potential head start or wait to avoid summer drought risks. With the 2025 ...
Since Brexit, the EU has banned seed potato imports from the UK, disrupting a once-thriving trade. Before 2021, Scotland supplied Ireland with a significant portion of its seed potatoes, particularly ...
The agricultural world has just witnessed a historic milestone with the granting of plant breeders' rights for the first-ever skin-transplant potato variety. Developed by KeyGene, a leading company in plant ...
Potato farmers and seed growers across Scotland are eagerly looking for solutions to enhance tuber yields, particularly for seed production. A promising trial conducted by SAC Consulting, part of Scotland’s ...
Seed potatoes are the foundation of a successful potato crop. Good handling and preparation practices not only protect seed health but also help maintain physiological age—a major factor influencing yield, ...
The quality of seed potatoes directly influences crop yield, plant health, and farm productivity. High-quality seed potatoes not only allow for greater production using less land but also contribute to ...
As the warm days of spring approach, so too does one of the most anticipated events in northeastern North Carolina’s agricultural calendar—the 2025 North Carolina Potato Festival, scheduled for May ...
The potato—a staple food for over a billion people and the world’s third most important food crop—is under siege. Once considered reliable and climate-resilient, this tuber is now facing growing ...
Alegria in the Spotlight: PotatoEurope 2025 Begins with Strong Planting Conditions and Big Expectations With early April planting complete and weather conditions on their side, organizers of PotatoEurope 2025 are ...
Your Planters: Crop Update For Potato Planting From Across The U.S. The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its latest Crop Progress Report, offering a snapshot of how ...
Potatoes are the second most important food crop in Kenya after maize, contributing significantly to household income, food security, and national GDP. Yet, despite the crop’s economic significance, most Kenyan ...
Agricultural enterprises in Russia's Bryansk region have commenced early potato planting, aiming to recover from last year's significant production shortfall. With expanded planting areas and supportive regional initiatives, farmers are ...
Herbicide Innovations 2025: What You Need to Know As global agriculture continues to face mounting challenges from herbicide-resistant weeds, changing regulations, and rising input costs, the importance of precise, diversified ...
A Dangerous Disease for Potatoes in Oryol Potato farmers in Oryol are being warned about a growing threat to their crops: potato cancer. The fungal disease, caused by Synchytrium endobioticum, ...
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