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USDA researchers working toward year-round supply of high-quality potatoes
Scientists at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) are using the latest technology to work toward a high-quality, year-round supply of potatoes for processing facilities, restaurants and grocery stores. Researchers are studying the life ... more
Top US ag negotiator urges Japan to trust potato science
The U.S.’s top agricultural negotiator has a message for markets where fresh potato exports are still meeting resistance: Trust the science. Doug McKalip, chief agricultural negotiator in the Office of the United States Trade Representative, joi... more
Potato LEAF launches new leadership program at Gettysburg
The Potato Leadership, Education and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) has launched a new program to be held July 15-18 at Gettysburg National Military Park in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. “Leadership in the Field: From Battlefield to Potato Fie... more
Potato breeding pioneer Porter retires after 38 years at UMaine
For Greg Porter, one potato highlights a satisfying career. Porter, an Aroostook County native, officially retired Dec. 31 after 38 years at the University of Maine.
Florida legislators file joint resolution to eliminate multiple taxation of agricultural production
Florida legislators, Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, Sen. Jay Collins and Rep. Danny Alvarez have filed a joint resolution to amend the Florida Constitution to eliminate multiple taxation of agricultural production by annual local propert... more
100th USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum to feature 2024 farm forecasts
Registration is now open for the 100th USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum. The 2024 event is themed "Cultivating the Future" and will feature a keynote address by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. The hybrid event is set for Feb. 15-16 in Arlington,... more
Deadline nears for 2024 Spudwoman of the Year nominations
The deadline to nominate an industry leader for the 2024 Spudwoman of the Year Award is fast approaching. The annual honor recognizes a leader who is making an impact in the potato industry. The nomination deadline is March 15. The winner will be ... more
Market access, development programs receive $203M in funding
More than $203 million, including $5 million for potato promotion, will be awarded to nearly 70 agricultural organizations to help expand U.S. food and agricultural export markets through two USDA programs. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is... more
EPA approves GreenLight Bio bioinsecticide targeting Colorado potato beetle
GreenLight Biosciences has received EPA approval for a bioinsecticide designed to combat the Colorado potato beetle. Calantha, based on ribonucleic acid (RNA), is the first GreenLight Bio product to complete U.S. regulatory review, according to a new... more
Northland Potato Growers Association names interim executive director
A leadership change at the Northland Potato Growers Association has taken place, with Donavon Johnson leaving the organization. Jacey Kuersteiner, previously NPGA office and finance manager, will assume interim executive director responsibilities,... more
