New Varieties
Okray Farms Continues Tradition Started in 1905
The governing philosophy at Okray Farms is slow, steady growth. And that's exactly what they've done over the last 100 years. What started as a small ... more »
Florida Grower Has Potato Business In His Blood
Farming isn't just what Florida potato grower Alan Jones does. He was born to it and it's in his blood. At age 38, like many other farmers, he's growi... more »
New Organization Adds Structure to Potato Breeding Efforts
The three states of the Pacific Northwest have created the Potato Variety Management Institute (PVMI), an agency that will license, promote and market... more »
Adjusting planter speed can improve yield and uniformity
High yields and uniform potatoes start with homogenous seed pieces planted at even intervals, Mir-M Seyedbagheri told growers at the University of Ida... more »
Timing and rate of application crucial in shallow-rooted plants
Stress conditions moisture, nutrient availability, soil properties, limited root systems can play a crucial role in tuber development, so managing the... more »
Diversity is key to minituber grower’s success
Valley Tissue Culture in Halstad, Minn., sets itself apart from other seed growers by the number of varieties it produces.
Valley Tissue cultures ... more »
Packaging innovation unlocks the future for Colorado potato grower
It's shiny, almost futuristic. It's compact and made of stainless steel and glass. It's computer driven and engineered to size, weigh and pack potatoe... more »
The Future of Northwest Potatoes Looks … Purple?
The struggling potato industry could rebound in Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest if plans to introduce new varieties into the marketplace take... more »
Idaho Potato Conference to be Jan. 18-20
The 2005 University of Idaho Potato Conference will be held Jan. 18-20 at Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho. The conference will feature two ... more »
