November/December 2018
2018 Seed Potato Crop Report: Eastern, Central United States
Growing a successful seed potato crop means navigating two major variables: weather and disease/pest pressure. For the most part, growers were able to clear these hurdles in the 2018 season. Grower... more2018 Seed Potato Crop Report: Western United States
Growing a successful seed potato crop means navigating two major variables: weather and disease/pest pressure. For the most part, growers were able to clear these hurdles in the 2018 season. Grower... moreBiological sprout inhibitor could stop fungal growth
Given increased global regulation, there has been a search for alternatives to CIPC. One such alternative sprout inhibitor is the biologically derived molecule 1,4-Dimethylnaphthalene (DMN)
Digging in on soil health
Multimillion dollar research initiative aims to give growers concrete advice on improving soil health.
Hybrid potato-breeding company created by KWS, J.R. Simplot
The introduction of hybrid breeding to potato breeding could be a real game changer.
Michigan man honors family farming history with potato vodka
Chris Iott wanted to use only potatoes from his family's farm, Iott Seed Farm, to create a new potato-based spirit.
Streich Farms thrives as nearby population balloons
Streich and Associates is on the edge of the Flathead National Forest and on the way to the gates of Glacier National Park.We're happy to provide a sampling of the articles in this issue. To receive full issues of Spudman, please subscribe.
