Lessons from a 1953 Champion: How Hooghly’s Potato Pioneers Set a Benchmark for Modern Agriculture
In the nascent years of Indian independence, a quiet agricultural revolution was brewing in the fields of West Bengal. On ...
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Soil That Says “Thank You”: Inside the Babushkin Family’s Seed Potato System
The International Potato Tour (Международный картофельный тур) continues with a stop at the Babushkin family farm—an operation that treats soil ...
Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Central Estonia’s Potato Harvest Defies Weather Challenges
In a testament to strategic farm management, potato growers in Central Estonia have achieved a medium-yield harvest this season, overcoming ...
“Tavriysky Ovoshchevod” (Omsk Region): 100% Irrigation, Retail Agro-Contracts, and Cover Crops Twice a Season
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qx8DiM6S11U The Potato Tour across Russia continues—today we’re in the Tavrichesky District of the Omsk Region, Kharlanga village. We’re meeting ...
Potato Harvest 2025: High Yields, Advanced Storage, and Belarusian Breeding Success
Agricultural experts in Belarus remain optimistic about the 2025 potato harvest, projecting yields comparable to last year’s 430 quintals (43 ...
Kyrgyzstan’s Potato and Carrot Surplus: Balancing Food Security and Export Opportunities
The Kyrgyz government is intensifying efforts to stabilize food prices and ensure domestic supply, particularly for staple vegetables like potatoes ...
Why Russian Potato Sales Dropped 22.7% – Market Trends, Causes, and Solutions for Farmers
Recent data from Rosstat reveals a concerning trend: Russian agricultural organizations sold only 876,000 tons of potatoes from January to April 2024—a 22.7% decrease compared to ...
Potato Farming Under Fire: Are Kenyan Farmers Really Using Harmful Pesticides?
A heated debate has erupted after Egerton University released a study titled ‘Influence of On-farm Pesticide Practices and Processing Methods on ...
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 ...
Dry Weather Speeds Potato Planting but Threatens Yield: A European Perspective
The European Commission (EC) reports that potato planting in the North-Western European Potato Growers (NEPG) region—including Germany, the Netherlands, France, ...
Potato Recalls in the US: A Wake-Up Call for Food Safety in Agriculture
Potatoes are a cornerstone of the American diet, appearing in everything from chips to frozen hash browns. However, recent recalls ...
Potato Shortages in Switzerland: Declining Harvests, Rising Imports, and Future Challenges
Switzerland’s potato sector continues to struggle with declining cultivation areas and unpredictable weather, forcing the country to rely on imports ...
Bryansk Farmers Begin Early Potato Planting Amid Efforts to Boost Production
Agricultural enterprises in Russia's Bryansk region have commenced early potato planting, aiming to recover from last year's significant production shortfall. ...
Why Some Potato Varieties Should Be Forgotten – A Warning for Farmers and Gardeners
Why Your Usual Potato Varieties May Be Failing Many farmers and home gardeners have observed a gradual decline in potato ...
How to Boost Potato Yields: Top 3 Fertilizers for Bigger, Tastier Tubers
Essential Nutrients for High-Yield Potato Crops To achieve larger, more flavorful potatoes, farmers must focus on three key nutrients: Nitrogen ...
Michigan Potato Industry Update: 2025 Chip Potato Harvest Contracts Finalized Amid Market Fluctuations
As of February 26, 2025, the Michigan potato industry has successfully finalized the majority of contracts for the upcoming chip ...
Mastering Irrigation: A Free Course Empowering Mississippi Farmers for Water-Efficient Success
The Mississippi State University Extension Service, in collaboration with the National Center for Alluvial Aquifer Research (NCAAR), is offering a ...
The Four Potato Varieties McDonald’s Uses for Its Iconic French Fries
McDonald's french fries have achieved iconic status, beloved for their crispy exteriors and fluffy interiors. The key to achieving such ...
Europlant Innovation: Strengthening the Future of Potato Breeding and Production Through Rebranding
In an effort to streamline operations and solidify its position in the agricultural industry, Böhm-Nordkartoffel Agrarproduktion GmbH & Co. OHG ...
Smart Potato Storage: Techniques and Construction for Maximum Profitability
As potato farmers brace for a challenging season, efficient storage has never been more important. The 2024 potato harvest in ...
G. Rey Reinhardt Steps Up as New President of Simplot AgriBusiness: What This Leadership Change Means for Agriculture
In a significant leadership transition for one of the U.S.'s largest agribusiness companies, G. Rey Reinhardt has been appointed President ...
Is Your Labor Force Sufficient to Maximize Capacity and Keep Your Agricultural Business Fully Operational?
In the fast-paced world of agriculture, particularly within the potato industry, labor challenges are becoming increasingly pronounced. As we engage ...
The State of Potato Cultivation in Poland for 2024: An In-Depth Look at Area Trends and Implications
Potatoes are a staple crop in Poland, and understanding the dynamics of their cultivation is essential for farmers, agronomists, agricultural ...
Europatat Participates in Industry Roundtable in Spain: Key Insights for the Potato Sector
On June 5, Europatat Secretary General Berta Redondo took part in an industry roundtable organized by the Council of Valladolid ...
Growing Adoption of ePhyto: Industry Meetings in Geneva
In late June, Europatat attended the annual meeting of the ePhyto Industry Advisory Group (IAG) in Geneva. This forum serves ...
Altunhisar’s Potato Boom: A 200% Increase in Production
Altunhisar in Niğde has seen a dramatic rise in potato production this year, positioning itself even more prominently as a ...
How Central Oregon Almost Became the Potato Capital of the United States
When most people think of potatoes, Idaho inevitably springs to mind, thanks in large part to the iconic Ore-Ida brand. ...
Lindsay Corporation Enhances FieldNET Advisor for Superior Irrigation Management
Lindsay Corporation has enhanced its FieldNET Advisor irrigation management solution, incorporating advanced data analytics and comprehensive farm management tools. These ...
Enhancing Potato Farming Efficiency with Drone Coverage
Discover how Dieleman Potatoes is transforming potato farming with its drone coverage solution, offering precision monitoring and data-driven insights to ...
Key Evaluations and Practices for Quality Harvests
Maximizing Potato Planting Success: Discover essential evaluations crucial for potato planting success. From seed quality to equipment checks, ensure optimal ...
Maximizing Potato Crop Yields: Ensuring Efficiency and Sustainability from Planting to Harvest
Annual Agricultural Inspection Signals Readiness for Planting Season in Moscow Region As the planting season approaches in the Moscow region, ...
Bayer’s Groundbreaking GenAI System Empowers Farmers and Agronomists
#Agriculture #ArtificialIntelligence #GenAI #Bayer #FarmManagement #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #Agronomy #PrecisionAgriculture #GlobalFoodSecurity In the realm of agriculture, where precision and efficiency are ...
Australian Potato Industry Reaches $1 Billion Milestone
Discover how Bayer is pioneering the future of agriculture with its innovative GenAI system Discover how Bayer is pioneering the ...
Harnessing the Power of Drone Imaging: Revolutionizing Agriculture through Accurate Plant Counts
#Agriculture #DroneImaging #PlantCounting #PrecisionFarming #AgriculturalTechnology #High-ResolutionImagery #AutomatedPlantCounts #FarmManagement #CropYieldEstimation #SustainableFarming #Agronomy Discover how high-resolution imagery captured with drones is transforming ...
Harnessing the Power of Peppermint Essential Oil: A Natural Solution to Combat Gibberellic Acid-induced Potato Sprouting
#agriculture #potatosprouting #peppermintessentialoil #gibberellicacid #post-harveststorage #naturalsolutions #antimicrobialproperties #farmmanagement #sustainablefarming Discover the potential of peppermint essential oil as a game-changing solution ...
Protecting Ireland’s Potato Crop: Nationwide Blight Warning Issued for Farmers
#agriculture #potatocrop #blightwarning #farmmanagement #agronomy #diseaseprevention #cropprotection #Ireland #Phytophthorainfestans Farmers in Ireland Urged to Protect Potato Crop as Nationwide Blight ...
Unveiling the Dynamic Trends of Potato Exports: A Closer Look at the Latest Data
Explore the latest data on potato exports and delve into the evolving trends that impact farmers, agronomists, agricultural engineers, farm ...
Dutch Demand for Processing Potatoes Grows Robustly in March 2023: What Farmers and Agronomists Need to Know
#potatofarming #agronomy #agriculturalengineering #farmmanagement #markettrends #globaldemand #conveniencefoods The demand for processing potatoes has grown robustly, indicating a positive trend for ...
