Tag: Food Security

Potato viral diseases remain one of the most significant constraints to global potato production, causing estimated yield losses of 15-30% ...

In a significant move to strengthen agricultural self-sufficiency, the Governor of South Sulawesi, Andi Sudirman Sulaiman, recently distributed 350,000 potato seeds to ...

Conventional agronomic wisdom has long confined commercial potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) production to high-altitude regions (800-1,800 meters above sea level) where ...

Central Asia's growing demand for quality seed potato, compounded by logistical disruptions from the war in Ukraine, has catalyzed a ...

For decades, a primary constraint on potato yields across Sub-Saharan Africa has been the severe shortage of high-quality, certified seed. ...

Recent statements from Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko highlight a strategic outlook that resonates with agricultural producers worldwide: a recognized global ...

Startling new figures confirm a major production shift within the heart of Europe's seed potato industry. For 2025, the combined ...

The story of Mabits'oane Diholo, a 53-year-old potato farmer in Lesotho’s Maseru district, encapsulates a quiet revolution sweeping through the ...

The agricultural processing sector in Russia's Stavropol Krai is poised for a significant leap forward. A targeted investment project is ...

In a significant move that alters the dynamics of the regional vegetable trade, Russia suspended all imports of potatoes from ...

A recent proposal by a Russian economist has sparked discussion within the agricultural sector: cultivating potatoes in urban apartments to ...

The recent announcement of the impending closure of Blattmann Schweiz AG sends a sobering message to the global agri-food industry. ...

A recent government initiative in South Sulawesi distributes 350,000 potato seeds to local farmers, aiming to boost productivity and food ...

Potato farming is more than an occupation—it’s a way of life. From the misty highlands of Peru to the vast ...

Agricultural enterprises in Chita Municipal District have started digging up early potatoes, with 240 tons already harvested from 8 hectares, according ...

For four consecutive weeks, Russia has seen deflation in fruit and vegetable prices, including potatoes, according to Rosstat. However, retail ...

In a bold agricultural experiment, Enshi (Hubei) and Yuzhong (Gansu) have joined forces to optimize potato seed production through a unique "South Seed, ...

In the Raiymbek district of Almaty Region, a new agricultural venture is making waves. The company TOO "Altyn Dan", established in ...

Potatoes, one of the world’s most vital crops, trace their origins back to a remarkable natural hybridization event 9 million ...

The provincial government of South Sulawesi (Pemprov Sulsel) and the Gowa Regency administration have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the ...

Arkhangelsk Oblast has positioned itself as a leader in the production of elite seed potatoes, thanks to its favorable phytosanitary ...

The Kyrgyz government is intensifying efforts to stabilize food prices and ensure domestic supply, particularly for staple vegetables like potatoes ...

The agricultural potential of Dusun Dangklik in Tolokan Village has once again been showcased through a successful potato harvest conducted ...

Kaliningrad’s farmers will begin delivering locally grown young potatoes to store shelves in the next one to two weeks, according ...

Kazakhstan has experienced severe potato price fluctuations in 2025, with retail prices peaking at 500 KZT/kg in January—a 79% year-on-year increase38. The surge ...

Recent breakthroughs in potato processing have led to the successful trial production of potato-based rice ("potato rice") and potato flour buns, ...

The Alberta government has allocated a one-time $3.2 million capital grant to 12 applied research associations (ARAs), including Farming Smarter ...

In the first half of 2025, the Republic of Buryatia imported 4,700 tons of potatoes, with 5,000 tons sourced from Mongolia alone, ...

Russia’s Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) recently halted a major biosecurity threat—14,100 tons of Egyptian potatoes contaminated ...

In Pskov Oblast, a unique initiative is underway to bring back old potato varieties, driven by the Velikie Luki State ...

Uzbekistan and Egypt have taken a major step toward strengthening agricultural cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on ...

Potatoes, a staple crop in Switzerland, are increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat and water scarcity. According to recent reports, temperatures ...

In 2025, Russia experienced an unexpected potato shortage, despite farmers expanding planting areas by 10,000 hectares, which was expected to yield ...

Amur Oblast, Russia’s soybean powerhouse, is witnessing an unprecedented surge in potato imports from China—39 times higher than previous levels. According ...

Farmers in the Sverdlovsk region of Russia’s Middle Urals are gearing up for an early potato harvest in July, thanks ...

Buryatia, a republic in Russia heavily reliant on potato imports from Mongolia, has been abruptly cut off from this supply ...

Scientists from the St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (SPb FRC RAS) have developed an innovative method ...

Despite economic turbulence, Russian authorities claim potato prices are stabilizing, thanks to expanded planting areas and last year’s record harvest of ...

Recently, students at Yangwon Forest Elementary School in Seoul harvested potatoes they had planted in their school’s ecological garden, "Little Farmers’ ...

In Goyang’s Janghang 1-dong neighborhood, a heartwarming initiative called the "Love Sharing Hanmaeum Farm" has brought together volunteers, local welfare organizations, and ...

Russia, traditionally a leading global potato producer, is now grappling with an unprecedented shortage, driving prices up by a staggering 173% year-on-year. ...

For centuries, potato farming in Peru’s highlands relied on traditional methods, limiting yields and market potential. Today, thanks to programs ...

June marks the peak harvest season in Shibing County’s Yangliutang Town, where farmers in Diba Village are reaping the rewards ...

From January 1 to June 13, 2024, China exported over 32,000 tons of food-grade potatoes to Russia’s Amur Oblast through the "Kani-Kurgan" checkpoint, according ...

Agricultural organizations and farmers in Zabaykalsky Krai have outperformed expectations, planting potatoes across 603.5 hectares—7% above the initial 2025 target. Roman Katnikov, head ...

The Novgorod region is making significant strides in developing its own potato seed production, ensuring food security and reducing dependence ...

Agricultural producers in Primorye have exceeded their potato planting plan by 7%, cultivating a total of 2,600 hectares—107% of the target. ...

Recent data from Rosstat (as of May 19, 2025) shows a sharp increase in potato prices, with the average cost per kilogram ...

Potatoes are a cornerstone of global agriculture, providing essential nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and fiber. However, their high starch ...