Chris Voigt
Seed potato growers among those struggling with processing demand uncertainty
Potatoes have a long journey from breeding labs to restaurant fryers. Over a period of five years, or even longer, they’ll pass through greenhouses,... READ MORE »
Washington potato export market ‘red hot’ in spite of China tariffs
The head of the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) said months ago that if there was a year to have tariffs put on your product, this might be ... READ MORE »
Drip, VRI, drones among advancements in irrigation
Water availability and water quality make up what is a two-headed monster facing growers around the world, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. I... READ MORE »
Potato Industry: Tariffs, transportation, soil health top list of issues
Tariffs were a major story for the global economy in 2018 and the potato industry did not escape their effects. China and Mexico — two of the la... READ MORE »
Potato industry responds to Harvard study linking weight gain to potatoes
Response by the potato industry to a Harvard University research paper linking the potato to weight gain has been fast and furious. From the governor ... READ MORE »
