Tag: crop rotation

As the vegetable planting season kicks off in Biysk, a sudden and prolonged cold snap in the Altai region has left some gardeners worried about their future harvest. However, according ...

Gardeners in the Ussuriysky Urban District are advised not to delay potato planting, not to skimp on seed material, and to pay close attention to crop rotation. According to Dmitry ...

Many gardeners wonder whether tomatoes and potatoes can be grown side by side. The clear answer is no, due to serious phytosanitary risks. Both crops belong to the nightshade family ...

In the Voronezh region, potatoes are traditionally planted in the first two weeks of May, when the soil warms to +9…+11°C (48–52°F) and the threat of frost has passed. A ...

As spring plowing gets underway in Huohong Township, the Shunhong Potato Planting Cooperative in Maoshajing Village is pioneering an optimized agricultural structure. Building on last year's successful harvest, the township ...

Treating the same garden plot to annual potato monoculture is a sure path to soil depletion and shrinking harvests. Experts warn that this "gluttonous" crop greedily consumes potassium, which is ...

In a significant agricultural achievement, the Rangpur region of Bangladesh has exceeded its potato cultivation target by 1% for the current Rabi season, with sowing set to continue into January. ...

The period following potato harvest presents a critical window for soil management. The soil profile is often depleted of nutrients, particularly potassium, and can harbor residual populations of pathogens like Phytophthora ...

The European market for organic potatoes is robust and expanding, projected to grow from €14.77 billion in 2025 to €23.23 billion by 2033. Germany, a key producer, dedicated approximately 12,400 ...

Visit of the “Potato Tour of Russia” to the family farm of Alexander Krylov (Arzamas District, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast) https://youtu.be/3cRXadS1TZ8?si=roNA1Ws6GLFSm--t Potato Tour of Russia: At Alexander Krylov’s Farm Highlights: 30+ ...

The 'Riviera' potato has garnered significant attention as an ultra-early variety, promising a harvest of new potatoes just 45 days after emergence. Such a rapid growth cycle (categorized as very ...

In Altai Krai’s unusually collaborative veg-growing scene, SOYUZAGRO stands out: nearly 1,000 ha of potatoes, steady processor partnerships, and a deliberate push on equipment and storage. The 2024 season was ...

The International Potato Tour (Международный картофельный тур) continues with a stop at the Babushkin family farm—an operation that treats soil as a living system and seed quality as a promise. ...

Interview with Alexander Viktorovich Shilin, CEO of APK “Raigorod” (Volgograd Region) In this episode of the International Potato Tour (Международный картофельный тур) we discuss how regenerative agriculture helps farms recover ...

Orenburg’s “Boguslavsky” cooperative: how to grow potatoes under 45–50 °C and hot dry winds. Night irrigation, heat-tolerant varieties, 25 kg bags, year-round staffing, and family succession. https://youtu.be/H7CAsNEmf84?si=ENtV7uqbkhCv7f8P Orenburg steppe, hot ...

Key themes: Volga-sourced irrigation and its evolution, a shift from a massive vegetable economy to a diversified model with dairy, workforce realities, and climate shifts seen by a hands-on practitioner. ...

Prepared as part of the International Potato Tour (IPT). In Yevgenyevka we met Viktor Ryambov, head of the farm enterprise “Sergey.” His story is about the “school of the field”: ...

International Potato Tour (Международный картофельный тур) visit to Slava Kartofelya. Conversation with Khasiat Sibulovich and Ramil Khasiatovich https://youtu.be/_gOK3N6W2Q4?si=yq18NtM2fRmlCxPV Slava Kartofelya is 24 years of steady growth built on simple, disciplined ...

A “Potato Tour across Russia” visit to Moscow Oblast. Conversation with Valentin Kozlov https://youtu.be/eWGJjwwFbTM Valmix is a rare example on the Russian market of a pure seed operation that has ...

Potatoes are a demanding crop, notorious for extracting high levels of nutrients—particularly nitrogen and potassium—and leaving the soil susceptible to erosion and disease. Simply proceeding to the next season without ...

A critical review from a grower highlights a growing divide between agronomic performance and end-consumer satisfaction, challenging breeders and producers to prioritize sensory qualities. This article examines the specific varietal ...

As potato growers prepare for the 2025 harvest season, understanding the precise moment to dig up tubers becomes critical for maximizing both yield and storage potential. Research shows that properly timed ...

August marks a critical phase in potato cultivation when Colorado potato beetles (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) produce their most destructive late-season generation. Research shows: A single female can lay 500+ eggs during summer (University of ...

Wireworms thrive in poorly managed agricultural systems. One major reason for their proliferation is crop rotation neglect. Repeatedly planting susceptible crops like potatoes, carrots, or beets in the same field leads ...

In Nakatsugawa, Japan, the summer vegetable harvest season brought together families, farmers, and members of the local workers' welfare organization, Joy Seven, for a hands-on farming experience. Around 1,700 participants harvested potatoes (Kitakari ...

June marks the peak harvest season in Shibing County’s Yangliutang Town, where farmers in Diba Village are reaping the rewards of their hard work. Over 100 acres of potatoes have ...

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. ...

In the fields of Wudu District, white potato blossoms sway in the May breeze, painting a picturesque scene. But beyond the beauty lies a story of agricultural innovation—where science, technology, ...

Farmers and agronomists in Russia’s Kurgan region are making progress in the fight against the golden potato nematode (Globodera rostochiensis), a destructive pest that threatens potato yields. Recent data shows ...

Why Kenyan large-scale potato farmers are planting yellow to protect their spuds Drive through potato-growing areas like Narok, Nyandarua, Nakuru and Meru and you’ll notice something surprising: bright yellow fields ...

At EARL de Ponthebart in Paimpol (Côtes-d’Armor, France), Alexandre Jacob and his family manage a 150-hectare farm, with 50 hectares dedicated to early potato production. The farm also grows winter ...

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 ...

In the heart of northern Europe’s potato belt, a quiet agricultural innovation is taking root—literally. Across several German regions, farmers are sowing oats around their seed potato fields, not for ...

In Washington state, vibrant marigold fields are blooming with potential, not just for beauty but for better farming practices. Simplot Grower Solutions (SGS) has launched the Marigold Project, an initiative ...

In the picturesque hills of Zhengning County, Gansu Province, a transformative agricultural practice is taking root. The Dengzhuang Village Mushroom-Grain Circular Agriculture Demonstration Park has become a hub of activity ...

This article provides essential guidelines for managing and preventing black scurf disease in potatoes, detailing symptoms, transmission, and treatment methods for professionals in the agricultural industry.

Potatoes often take the spotlight as a side dish, but Heimo Oberrauner, a farmer from Kirchbach, Austria, is on a mission to show that these humble tubers deserve more attention. ...

In the heart of Saint-Léon-le-Grand, Quebec, Bergeron & Sons, a family-owned potato farming enterprise, has reached a milestone by planting 1,860 acres of potatoes in 2024—a record for the company. ...