Tag: Potato Farming

Belarusian scientists have developed the first six-row potato planter in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), designed and manufactured at the experimental plant of the National Academy of Sciences of ...

Bryansk Oblast continues to solidify its position as Russia's premier hub for industrial potato farming. According to the latest research from "AB-Center," which tracks the dynamics of acreage, gross harvests, ...

Exclusive for Potatoes.news Behind every harvested potato in Ecuador are families whose daily lives are marked by hard work, climate uncertainty, and crucial decisions that determine the success of their ...

At the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo (Chain Expo), McDonald’s China announced three strategic cooperation agreements that mark a significant evolution in its procurement and sustainability approach. The centerpiece ...

In the remote mountain village of Jianglingshang, nestled in Chun'an County, Hangzhou, a remarkable transformation has unfolded over the past eight years. What was once a story of hardship—elderly farmers ...

For millions of smallholder farmers in the tropical highlands of East Africa, the dream of a bountiful potato harvest is increasingly overshadowed by what can be called a "chemical tax." ...

Orion has announced the start of production for its popular "Pocachip" and "Swing Chip" brands using freshly harvested domestic potatoes from this year's crop. These chips, made from new potatoes, ...

Jeongseon-gun in Gangwon Province, South Korea, has announced the full-scale launch of the "Support Project for an Excellent Model of Field Agriculture (Potato) Mechanization," aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of ...

Jeongseon-gun in Gangwon Province, South Korea, is advancing a "Field Agriculture Mechanization Support Project" specifically for potato farming, aimed at boosting regional agricultural competitiveness and addressing severe rural labor shortages. ...

Brazil’s potato market is entering a period of increased supply as producers intensify harvesting activities during the country’s dry season crop. The expansion in production is expected to improve product ...

Colombia’s agribusiness sector is facing a challenging period marked by slowing production, climate-related risks, and increasing pressure on agricultural supply chains. Despite these difficulties, some companies continue to demonstrate resilience ...

Vegetable farms in Russia's Saratov region have completed potato planting, and the harvest is expected to match or slightly exceed last year's figures, according to the regional Ministry of Agriculture. ...

Farmers in Russia’s Chelyabinsk region are gradually increasing the share of domestically bred potatoes on their fields. Experts note that purchasing imported seeds means investing in foreign developments, while Russia ...

New Zealand's potato crop, a staple food in the country, is facing major challenges due to unseasonal weather patterns, which may keep prices high for consumers this year, according to ...

Potato farmers in Sint Kaing Township, Sagaing Region, Myanmar, report that cultivation areas have plummeted by 90% since 2021—from over 3,000 acres to just 300 acres today—with further declines expected. ...

Governor of Omsk Region Vitaly Khotsenko traveled to Uzbekistan to discuss investment initiatives with the governor (khokim) of Fergana Region, Khayrullo Bozarov. According to the regional government, the talks focused ...

Stavropol Krai is not only a grain-producing region but also a potato-growing powerhouse. There are areas where potatoes grow just as well as in Belarus. The traditional centers of potato ...

The Stavropol Region is known not only for its grain production but also for its potato farming. There are areas where the local potato yield is comparable to that of ...

The Vitebsk Zonal Institute of Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus is cultivating two new potato varieties — "Umka" and "Vodar." The future harvest begins in 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 ...

Material prepared within the framework of the International Potato Tour (IPT) During the Georgian stage of the International Potato Tour, the team conducted an in-depth discussion with farmer Grigori Karagezov, ...

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 ...

The potato industry is changing faster than ever before. Climate pressure, rising production costs, seed availability, processing demand, and market consolidation are forcing growers and processors to rethink old models. ...

Avgust has released a two-part podcast focused on potato cultivation in Kazakhstan. The discussion highlights the current state of the crop, the key specifics of the past season, practical growing ...

The Northwestern European Potato Growers (NEPG) organization has issued a stark warning to potato farmers across the region, urging them to assess carefully whether they can afford to maintain their ...

The landscape of Sand Mountain in DeKalb County, Alabama, tells a familiar story in American agriculture: the shift from diverse, small-scale specialty crops to consolidated commodity farming. Where potato fields ...

The escalating cost of chemical inputs and rising consumer demand for residue-free produce are pushing potato growers to seek sustainable alternatives. This profile of Ms. Purvi Patel, a plant pathologist ...

The International Potato Tour and its General Partner “Avgust” continue their journey across Kazakhstan. In the Karaganda region of Kazakhstan, the International Potato Tour (IPT) team visited one of the ...

The 2025 growing season in the Netherlands has been defined by a dramatic north-south precipitation gradient, offering a clear illustration of rainfall's fundamental role in crop production. Data collected from ...

A groundbreaking study by Ojediran, Adewumi, and Aloga provides a critical roadmap for enhancing agricultural technology adoption, using Nigerian potato farmers and GIZ-sponsored innovations as a case study. The research ...

In Thailand's Isan region, farmer Wisa Lakkhampa's story is a microcosm of the challenges and opportunities facing modern agriculture. A contract grower for PepsiCo for over a decade, Wisa saw ...

HyFun Foods empowers farmers through hands-on training in soil testing, pH management, and pre-season planning As the new potato season approaches, knowledge begins in the soil. That’s the message behind ...

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 a farm that entered vegetable growing from scratch and, in ...

https://youtu.be/feGvdp9IuX8 Here’s how our visit to Tver Agroprom LLC went as part of the “Potato Tour of Russia” project. We spoke with General Manager Dmitry Sergeyevich Minashkin about the company’s ...

While agricultural giants focus on multi-million dollar precision technology, a quiet revolution is happening at the smallest scale. Valmir Khaziev, a 74-year-old retired welder from Tuyamazy, Russia, has single-handedly solved ...

In the rolling highlands of Kenya, potatoes are more than food they are livelihood, culture and hope. Now, thanks to a groundbreaking initiative led by the International Potato Center (CIP), ...

A recent field demonstration at the "Sät" peasant farm in Kazakhstan's Kargaly region provided a tangible look at the rapid maturation of drone technology in modern agriculture. While the visit ...

Potato farming is more than an occupation—it’s a way of life. From the misty highlands of Peru to the vast fields of Prince Edward Island, farmers share an unspoken connection ...

Recent downpours in Tyumen have delivered half the region’s monthly average rainfall in just weeks, jeopardizing early potato crops. Ivan Simishchenko, an agronomist at Krimm Agrofarm, warns that waterlogged fields could lead to ...

Farmers in Nizhny Novgorod’s Gorodetsky District are celebrating a bumper potato crop, with early varieties maturing in just 50–60 days. Agronomists determine harvest readiness by monitoring dried foliage and firm ...

Farmers in Arkhangelsk Oblast have officially begun harvesting this year’s potato crop, starting in the Kholmogorsky District, the region’s leading area for potato production. According to regional authorities, around 40 ...

In the vast farmlands of Minle County, Gansu Province, a quiet agricultural revolution is underway. Once reliant on traditional farming methods, the local potato industry has been revitalized through advanced seed ...

In the Raiymbek district of Almaty Region, a new agricultural venture is making waves. The company TOO "Altyn Dan", established in 2023 with regional government support, has started growing potatoes on ...

According to Belhydromet (Belarus' hydrometeorological service), the 2023 potato season shows mixed results due to unusual weather patterns: ✔ Flowering completed across all fields✔ Natural vine wilting has begun in some areas✔ Tuber weight per plant exceeds last year’s ...

Dangjin City in South Chungcheong Province is supporting potato farmers by supplying 2 tons of ‘Chubaek’ seed potatoes for autumn cultivation. The Dangjin Agricultural Technology Center announced that applications will open on ...

The provincial government of South Sulawesi (Pemprov Sulsel) and the Gowa Regency administration have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector by distributing 175,000 rooted potato cuttings (basic seeds) to five ...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI), IoT, and satellite monitoring is revolutionizing potato cultivation. In China’s Beidahuang Potato Industry Group, a "sky-land-air integrated" smart farming system has been implemented, using drones, multispectral cameras, and ...

Potatoes are a staple crop, cultivated in over 150 countries worldwide, providing essential nutrients such as high-quality protein (up to 4.6% per tuber) and vital amino acids. Just 600 grams ...

Cristalina, a key potato-producing region in Goiás, Brazil, is expected to harvest around 40% of its crop by the end of July, with peak activity occurring between late July and August. ...