The Lost Spuds of Sand Mountain: A Case Study in Agricultural Transition
The landscape of Sand Mountain in DeKalb County, Alabama, tells a familiar story in American agriculture: the shift from diverse, ...
Tag: Farm Economics
Cavish Farms Leads the Way: How Sustainable Potato Farming is Shaping P.E.I.’s Agricultural Future
Prince Edward Island’s potato industry is taking a major step toward sustainability, thanks to a new research initiative by Cavendish ...
Potato Prices in Stavropol Krai: Market Stabilization and Regional Price Variations
In May–June 2024, potato prices in Stavropol Krai soared to 150–200 rubles per kilogram due to supply shortages and seasonal demand fluctuations. ...
Dutch Potato Exports Plummet: What’s Driving the Decline and How Farmers Can Adapt
Recent data from the Dutch Potato Organization (NAO) reveals a worrying trend: international buyers are turning away from Dutch potatoes, ...
Stolbur Disease Outbreak in Germany: A Growing Threat to Potato and Sugar Beet Farmers
German farmers are raising alarms over devastating harvest losses caused by stolbur disease, a phytoplasma infection transmitted by the reed planthopper (Pentastiridius ...
Record Potato Growth Meets Market Resistance: What’s Next for Farmers?
The 2024 potato season has started unusually early, with strong crop growth driven by favorable weather conditions. "We’re actually too ...
PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay Closure in California: What It Means for Agriculture and the Future of Snack Production
PepsiCo has officially closed its Frito-Lay manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, California, ending 50 years of operation and leaving many ...
U.S. Potato Exports: Growth in Frozen, Fresh, and Seed Markets Amid Global Challenges
Between July 2024 and March 2025, U.S. potato exports presented a mixed performance, with notable increases in frozen, fresh, and ...
The Organic Transition: A Data-Driven Guide for Farmers and Agronomists
Transitioning to organic farming requires meticulous planning, with soil health, pest management, and market access playing pivotal roles. Below is ...
Russia Cuts Potato and Vegetable Production Subsidies by 13% – What Does It Mean for Farmers and Agribusiness?
Russia’s Ministry of Agriculture has announced a 13% reduction in state subsidies for potato and vegetable production, allocating 3.7 billion rubles in ...
Potato Prices and Exports: Why Only 5% of Kaliningrad’s 2024 Harvest Left the Region
Kaliningrad’s Potato Market: Export Trends and Price Dynamics Recent reports from the Kaliningrad Ministry of Agriculture reveal that only 5% of ...
Potato Price Surge in Kuban: Will Summer Bring Relief for Farmers and Consumers?
In Russia’s Krasnodar Krai (Kuban), potato prices have surged dramatically, with reports of a 100% increase over the past year. Consumers in ...
Why Potato Seed Prices Are Soaring in Chelyabinsk – And What It Means for 2025
In the Chelyabinsk region of Russia, the price of seed potatoes has reached an all-time high: up to 500 rubles ...
Spring Sprint: Dutch Farmers Race to Plant Potatoes Early in the Driest March on Record
The contrast couldn’t be greater. In 2023 and 2024, Dutch farmers were delayed in planting their seed potatoes until late ...
Crisis in the Cellar: Manitoba Potato Growers Face Heavy Losses as Major Buyers Slash Orders
Manitoba’s Potato Sector Under Pressure as Processors Pull Back A wave of unexpected order reductions from major buyers like McCain ...
Potato Surge in Ireland: Cool Weather Boosts Demand as Planting Accelerates Across the Country
Cool Evenings, Hot Market: Ireland’s Potato Demand Surges in Early 2025 After a rocky start to 2025, Ireland’s potato sector ...
Rising Potato Demand in Europe and the UK: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
The festive season has always been synonymous with hearty meals, and potatoes are a staple on tables across Europe and ...
Russia Considers Increasing Potato Imports: Will This Stabilize Prices for 2024?
In response to declining potato harvests and skyrocketing prices, Russia's Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Economic Development are exploring ...
Potato Harvest in Russia: Despite Weather Challenges, Farmers Ensure Adequate Supply
The annual potato harvest is a crucial event for Russian agriculture, and 2024 has been no exception, especially for the ...
Farmers Face Losses Despite Potato Production Surge in 2024
According to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK), potato production in Turkey is forecasted to increase by 14% in ...
How Heavy Rainfall in Chimborazo is Shaping Potato Prices in Riobamba: Challenges and Solutions
In recent months, the agricultural landscape in Ecuador, particularly in the province of Chimborazo, has been dramatically transformed by intense ...
Early Potato Harvest in Lower Saxony: Promising Quality Amidst Weather Challenges
Early potatoes from Lower Saxony are now prominently featured in retail stores, identifiable by their delicate skins, according to the ...
