Tag: sustainable agriculture

In a significant move to bolster regional agriculture, the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna has announced two new subsidy programs with ...

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

In a recent feature, Vadim Makhanko, General Director of the Scientific and Practical Center of the National Academy of Sciences ...

For 160 years, Cornell University's potato breeding program has served as a cornerstone of American agricultural innovation, developing varieties that ...

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

A groundbreaking initiative in India is leveraging advanced aeroponics technology to tackle the persistent challenges of potato seed production. This ...

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

Farmers in Nizhny Novgorod’s Gorodetsky District are celebrating a bumper potato crop, with early varieties maturing in just 50–60 days. ...

The Uttar Pradesh government has taken a bold step toward modernizing potato cultivation by establishing Centres of Excellence in Kushinagar and ...

From August 14–15, 2025, North Ossetia will host the 12th International Potato Seed Production Forum at FAT-Agro LLC, uniting 150+ specialists from Russia, Belarus, Uzbekistan, ...

Farmers in the Omsk region have made significant strides in their early harvest season, collecting 2.1 thousand tons of potatoes alongside 800 tons ...

Dangjin City in South Chungcheong Province is supporting potato farmers by supplying 2 tons of ‘Chubaek’ seed potatoes for autumn cultivation. The ...

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

Potatoes are a staple crop, cultivated in over 150 countries worldwide, providing essential nutrients such as high-quality protein (up to ...

Farmers in Puncak Brakseng, Batu, East Java, have been successfully cultivating Granola potatoes, a popular variety known for its adaptability ...

While potatoes dominate Russian fields, a new contender is emerging—sweet potato (batat). According to Zulu Ramazanov, a farmer from the ...

For years, farmers believed that plucking potato flowers would redirect energy toward tuber development, increasing yields. However, scientific studies and ...

In the highlands of Xundian County, Yunnan Province, a remarkable agricultural transformation is taking place. A 1,185-acre ecological potato farming demonstration project ...

Prince Edward Island’s potato industry is taking a major step toward sustainability, thanks to a new research initiative by Cavendish ...

Astrakhan Oblast has solidified its position as a major potato producer, with nearly 500,000 tons harvested in 2023, according to regional ...

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. ...

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

Potatoes are a critical global crop, with annual production reaching 375 million tons (FAO, 2023). As water scarcity and climate variability challenge ...

With the global population projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050 (UN, 2022), agricultural production must increase by 60% to meet demand (FAO, 2023). ...

In 2025, Calbee initiated a trial program in two Japanese elementary schools—Setagaya’s Nakazato Elementary and Osaka’s Toyosaki Elementary—where around 80 students cultivated potatoes ...

Seosan City, a key potato-producing region in South Korea, has taken a major step toward securing the future of its ...

Potato farmers in Gangwon Province, particularly in Chuncheon, have long relied on the ‘Sumi’ variety. However, climate change has drastically ...

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

The small Breton town of Plœuc-L’Hermitage has earned national recognition as its beloved La Pomme de Terre en Fête (Potato Festival) was ...

The Astrakhan Region is on track to achieve a record potato harvest in 2024, building on the success of previous ...

In recent years, Chinese farmers have made significant strides in adopting modern agricultural techniques. The implementation of high-standard farmland projects ...

Russia’s potato industry is on the brink of a major transformation. According to environmental expert Ilya Rybalchenko, the country is ...

PepsiCo has officially closed its Frito-Lay manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, California, ending 50 years of operation and leaving many ...

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

On June 26, Washington State University (WSU) will host its annual Potato Field Day in Othello, Washington, bringing together researchers, farmers, and industry leaders ...

In 2024, Spain’s potato production saw a 0.6% increase, reinforcing its stability in the agricultural sector (Eurostat, 2024). Meanwhile, processed tomato ...

In today’s agricultural landscape, where climate variability and shrinking planting windows challenge farmers, advanced machinery is no longer a luxury—it’s ...

The Dirección Regional de Agricultura (DRA) de Huánuco is making significant strides in enhancing agricultural productivity in Pachitea through its Coffee and Native ...

In Jianyang District’s Jukou Town, potato farming is undergoing a significant transformation thanks to the adoption of mechanized harvesting. On ...

The Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) has launched the PEI Index Field Buy-Back Program, a strategic initiative to purchase farmland ...

In Egypt, a "purple fever" is sweeping markets as consumers rush to buy purple potatoes, touted for their weight-loss and ...

Recent discussions among farmers and agronomists in Kuzbass have highlighted a recurring issue: the inability to store locally grown potatoes ...

Plants may unknowingly sabotage themselves by sending signals that awaken dormant pests. A team of scientists from Kobe University, led ...

In a significant leap for India’s food processing sector, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Falcon Agrifriz’s state-of-the-art frozen potato ...

Potato late blight (Phytophthora infestans) is notorious for causing the Irish Potato Famine in the 1840s, yet it continues to ...

The Australian snack market is evolving, with consumers increasingly seeking premium, flavour-driven products. Spanish brand El Rustico’s recent launch of ...

Lutosa, a leading Belgian producer of frozen French fries and potato flakes, has officially launched a €225 million industrial expansion ...

The collaboration between Calbee America and Gold Dust & Walker Farms marks a significant milestone in sustainable agriculture and value-added food production. Their new ...

Kook op 7 juni mee met VELT Zeeuws-Vlaanderen en draag bij aan het kunstproject Lieve Aardappel. Beeldend kunstenaar Wapke Feenstra ...