November/December 2006

• Gavin Rajnus Seed Oregon’s Klamath Basin is known for fertile soil in the semi-arid desert. Potato production in the area isn’t affected much by late blight or Colorado potato beetle, but water is probably the biggest issue for growers.
• Seed Trends U.S. seed potato acres approved for certification in 2006 increased 4 percent from 2005. A report from Colorado State University showed 113,871 acres certified for 291 varieties.
• Ted Baginski and Sons Running a potato farm is a not a commitment to be taken lightly, and Mike Baginski’s parents, Ted and Sue, wanted him to be sure it was what he really wanted to do.