Beyond Yield: Re-Evaluating Potato Quality and the “World’s Tastiest” Variety from Don
The pursuit of the perfect potato often focuses on yield, disease resistance, and processing quality. However, a recent statement by ...
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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, ...
Beyond Yield: How “Butter Potatoes” Signal the Rise of Value-Driven Breeding
The recent nationwide Canadian launch of EarthFresh's "Butter Potatoes"—comprising Butter Golds, Butter Reds, and Butter Russets—is more than a new ...
The Yellow Gold Rush: Decoding the Market Shift to Yellow Potatoes in the Red River Valley
The agricultural landscape of the Red River Valley is witnessing a notable color change: a surge in yellow potato production ...
Beyond Yield: Belarusian Scientists Identify Potato Varieties Optimized for Specific Culinary Uses
In a significant advancement for precision agriculture and value-added potato production, scientists at Belarus's Grodno Institute of Plant Production have ...
Advancing Specialty Crop Interests: Insights from the 2024 Farm Bill Framework
Explore the implications of the 2024 Farm Bill framework on potato growers, agrochemical providers, and related agricultural stakeholders, emphasizing potential ...
