Russian fast-food chain Vkusno i Tochka is exploring export opportunities for products from a new frozen potato processing plant being developed in partnership with agricultural holding Miratorg, according to an ...
A delegation from the Technological Institute of the Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy (RGAU-MSHA) took part in the scientific-practical conference "Current State and Emerging Trends in ...
In Kenya, potatoes are the second most important food crop after maize, sustaining roughly 800,000 smallholder farmers and a vast value chain of transporters, seed producers, and street vendors in ...
The Jeollanam-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services, in collaboration with the Highland Agriculture Research Institute under the National Institute of Crop Science, held a "2026 Potato Regional Adaptability Test Field ...
After more than sixteen years of meticulous research spanning multiple generations of students, master's candidates, and postgraduates, scientists at Gorsky State Agricultural University have secured exclusive rights to two original ...
Canada has extended the plant breeders' rights protection period for potatoes from 20 to 25 years, following updates to the country's legislation announced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and ...
Gardeners and agricultural producers in the Sverdlovsk region are beginning to replace conventional potato varieties with new, unconventional ones, including those with purple tubers. During a press conference, Nikita Zezin, ...
EUROPLANT continues to demonstrate its innovative strength by consistently translating advanced breeding results into tangible market success, driven by close collaboration across the entire EUROPLANT Group. The cooperation between EUROPLANT ...
Molecular biologists from China, led by Zhang Chunzhi of the Agricultural Genomics Institute in Shenzhen, have developed an approach that allows the creation of new hybrid potato varieties in just ...
Scientists at the Institute of Cytology and Genetics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences have developed a new potato variety called "Ataman," which is being hailed ...
Solynta, the Dutch innovator based in Wageningen, has entered a new growth phase following a majority investment from the international German family business EW Group, a leader in animal and ...
In a recent interview, Hans Huistra, CEO of the Dutch seed company Royal HZPC Group, outlined the company's ambitious roadmap for the future of potato breeding, emphasizing that new varieties ...
https://youtu.be/9nyaSmUaeTc As part of the International Potato Tour, our team visited the Potato Research Institute, Sahiwal — one of Pakistan’s key scientific centers dedicated exclusively to potato research. Located in ...
Chuvashia Hosts "Potato-2026": A Critical Gathering for Russia's Seed Independence and Agricultural Technology For agricultural professionals navigating Russia's evolving potato sector, the XVIII Interregional Exhibition "Potato-2026" in Cheboksary represents a ...
For agricultural scientists and potato breeders who have long grappled with the complexities of tetraploid genetics, a new methodology emerging from China represents a paradigm shift in crop development timelines. ...
The global seed potato industry has entered a new phase of consolidation with the finalized acquisition of IPM Potato Group by Royal HZPC Group. This strategic move, first announced in ...
At the recent British Potato Industry Event, the GB Potatoes debate, provocatively titled "Has the Maris Piper had its day – or not?" laid bare a profound schism in the ...
In the narrative of agricultural innovation, the path from lab to field often runs through the world's most challenging growing conditions. This is precisely why Kenya, and Africa more broadly, ...
For farmers and agronomists, the escalating threat of climate change is not theoretical—it's in the fields. With projections indicating a potential global temperature rise of 1-7°C by the century's end, ...
In a powerful display of industry unity, commercial Irish potato growers across ten counties in northeastern North Carolina have voted to renew their voluntary assessment program through 2031. The program, ...
In Sri Lanka's central highlands, the climate crisis is not a future projection but a present-day agricultural collapse. Recent catastrophic floods in key potato-growing regions like Badulla and Nuwara Eliya ...
Potato breeding objectives are undergoing a significant global shift, moving from a primary focus on yield to incorporating essential traits for resilience and market specialization. The recent introduction of new ...
In an era of rapid technological change, the fundamental process of developing a new potato cultivar remains a testament to long-term commitment and scientific rigor. According to Yulia Gunko, Head ...
The image of a 1.343 kg potato is certainly striking, but for professionals in agriculture, the story behind Adeline Dromer's record-breaking harvest in Flers, Orne, is far more compelling than ...
For nearly eight decades, Herr's has transformed raw farm commodities into a global snack empire, demonstrating the enduring power of a producer-focused business model. This case study explores how a ...
The rise of baby potatoes, or "creamers," represents one of the most significant value-creating shifts in the modern potato industry. What was once considered undersized waste—tubers that fell through harvesters' ...
The recent nationwide Canadian launch of EarthFresh's "Butter Potatoes"—comprising Butter Golds, Butter Reds, and Butter Russets—is more than a new product line; it's a strategic move capitalizing on a clear ...
The National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) in Argentina has introduced a promising new potato variety designed specifically for chip production and improved long-term storage. This innovation aims to strengthen ...
The retirement of Dr. S.K. Luthra after 36 years of service is not merely a personnel change; it is a milestone for Indian agriculture. His career at the Central Potato ...
The recent financial report from Royal HZPC Group for the 2024/2025 year is more than just a corporate success story; it's a barometer for the global potato seed market. For ...
Move over, VR-808 and Lady Clare. In the Sverdlovsk region, a quiet revolution in potato breeding is underway, aiming to transform the visual and nutritional profile of one of the ...
The KazAgro-2025 exhibition in Astana served as a powerful barometer for the evolving agricultural landscape in Central Asia. A key takeaway from the event was the clear and growing demand ...
Russian potato breeding has made a qualitative leap in recent years, but the toughest challenge isn’t creating varieties—it’s getting them to market at home and abroad. In a conversation with ...
A major international research collaboration has identified 29 key genes responsible for potato's response to environmental stress, paving the way for next-generation breeding and microbial solutions that could revolutionize sustainable ...
The recent discovery of a record-breaking 2-kilogram potato in Russia's Novosibirsk region has captured agricultural attention far beyond its novelty value. While giant vegetables often make for compelling photography, this ...
For farmers, agronomists, and agricultural engineers worldwide, China's advancements in potato breeding and cultivation technologies offer valuable insights into the future of sustainable crop production. From disease-free seed systems to ...
For farmers, agronomists, agricultural engineers, and scientists working in agriculture, technological innovation is revolutionizing potato production systems. From disease-free seedling cultivation to automated smart greenhouses and deep-processing products like "bursting ...
For farmers, agronomists, and agricultural engineers, the integration of technology into potato farming is revolutionizing traditional practices, delivering unprecedented efficiency, yield increases, and sustainability. From smart greenhouses to aerial imaging, ...
In a recent feature, Vadim Makhanko, General Director of the Scientific and Practical Center of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) of Belarus for Potato and Horticulture, highlighted an interesting ...
In the highlands of Gangwon Province, South Korea, a quiet revolution is underway to future-proof one of the world’s most vital staple crops. On August 6, Pyeongchang County hosted a ...
Nestled in the Loess Plateau, the city of Dingxi has orchestrated one of modern agriculture's most remarkable transformations. Once known as a land of subsistence farming, Dingxi has leveraged the ...
For 160 years, Cornell University's potato breeding program has served as a cornerstone of American agricultural innovation, developing varieties that now form the foundation of the nation's $100 billion potato economy. ...
A single Chinese region, Dingxi, has transformed its 200-year potato heritage into a modern agricultural powerhouse, producing 1.2 billion mini-tubers annually and generating a full industrial chain worth $3.5 billion. ...
Researchers at the Komi Scientific Center (Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences) have achieved a significant milestone with their newly patented 'Pechera' potato (Patent #14077, July 2025). This remarkable variety demonstrates ...
Potatoes, one of the world’s most vital crops, trace their origins back to a remarkable natural hybridization event 9 million years ago in South America. Scientists have discovered that the ...
Agricultural experts in Belarus remain optimistic about the 2025 potato harvest, projecting yields comparable to last year’s 430 quintals (43 metric tons) per hectare. Some farms are even aiming for ...
Nestled along the Wei River, Weiyuan County in Gansu Province has earned its reputation as China’s “Potato Seed Capital.” On July 19, 2024, national experts gathered here for the National Potato ...
Arkhangelsk Oblast has positioned itself as a leader in the production of elite seed potatoes, thanks to its favorable phytosanitary conditions and climate, which help maintain disease-free crops. According to ...
At the *Belagro-2025* exhibition in Minsk, scientists from the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus showcased groundbreaking advancements in potato breeding, including the eye-catching "Wildberries" variety. This potato features a deep red-magenta flesh, retaining its vivid ...
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