Michigan
Longtime seed potato association executive director dies at age 65
Jeff Axford, longtime Michigan Seed Potato Association executive director, died April 13 after an accident at his home. He was 65. Axford, an Otseg... READ MORE »
MPIC seeks input on potato research topics
The Michigan Potato Industry Commission seeks input to help identify the most critical areas of focus for potato research in the next decade. Feedb... READ MORE »
New members join Michigan Seed Potato Advisory Committee
Two new members have been appointed to the Michigan Seed Potato Advisory Committee, while three members have been reappointed. Each appointee serve... READ MORE »
Discovery led by MSU researchers could reduce harmful chemicals in fried potatoes
New research at Michigan State University could lessen health concerns associated with cold-stored potatoes. Samantha Brichta details the discovery in... READ MORE »
New report finds potatoes worth $2.5 billion annually to Michigan
A new report authored by Michigan State University economists found that the potato industry generates $2.5 billion each year to the state’s gross d... READ MORE »
Estimates show increase in 2023 potato production
USDA estimates for 13 reporting states show a 42.01 cwt increase in 2023 potato production from the previous year. Adjusted estimates show 440.75 m... READ MORE »
Early registration for Michigan Winter Potato Conference ends Dec. 31
The last day for the Michigan Winter Potato Conference’s early registration rate is Dec. 31. The conference will be held Jan. 31-Feb. 1 in East Lans... READ MORE »
Michigan Potato Industry Commission elects new chair
Ryan Norton, farm manager at Three Rivers-based Walther Farms, has been elected as chair of the Michigan Potato Industry Commission. Norton, who se... READ MORE »
McCain to detail sustainability goals at Michigan Winter Potato Conference
McCain’s senior director of agriculture and sustainability will address the Michigan Winter Potato Conference in February. Jess Newman will expla... READ MORE »
Michigan Vegetable Council names potato grower 2023 Master Farmer
Fourth-generation potato grower Main Farms has been chosen by the Michigan Vegetable Council as its 2023 Master Farmer. The 15,000-acre farm in Six... READ MORE »
