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An ongoing search: Research drives industry advances
Cultivar research drives innovation in the potato industry and helps growers find new varieties that address ever-changing crop and industry needs. Spudman spoke with scientists... -
2024 state seed reports find variation in 13 states
2024 brought a range of weather conditions and popular varieties to potato growers throughout the country. Some states saw an increase in certified acreage, while... -
Promising development in fight against disease
Researchers in Belgium have succeeded in modifying multiple genes that predispose potato plants to potato late blight disease, or Phytophthora infestans. Further testing is being... -
Unlocking potato protein potential
The versatile potato contains important nutrients for humans and animals, including protein. In recent years, scientists have been finding ways to utilize this plant protein... -
Packaging a-peel: Rebrand helps Little Potato Co. deliver message
A little more than a year ago, the Little Potato Co. decided a facelift was in order. The Edmonton, Alberta-based pioneer in creamer potatoes, founded...
News
- Interpom draws record 24,000 visitors from 59 countries
December 4 - Lawsuits accuse potato processors of price fixing
December 3 - Report: US potato exports fell by 4.1% in third quarter of 2024
November 29 - Fresh market trial results presented at NPGA office
November 28 - Potato storage equipment manufacturer launches upgraded optical sorter
November 27
Production
A coalition of farmers and agricultural advocacy groups has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), challenging new H-2A regulations.
Industry Profiles
However agricultural producers in Michigan and throughout the country communicate, chances are Kelly Turner speaks... more »
New Varieties
In line with its digital transformation and the current circumstances resulting from the pandemic, last November Agrico built an online news platform to support its buyers and growers with important knowledge and information. This platform, Agrico Potatoes, is now live.
Upcoming Events
- Great Lakes EXPO
December 10 • Grand Rapids, Michigan - New England Vegetable & Fruit Conference
December 17 • New England Vegetable & Fruit Conference - United Potato Growers of America Annual Meeting
January 8 • Orlando, Florida - Potato Expo
January 9 • Orlando, Florida - Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference
January 9 • Savannah, Georgia
