research
New option for controlling root-knot nematodes
Root-knot nematodes are one of the major pathogens in agricultural production. These nematodes infect the roots of plants, causing root tissue swellin... READ MORE »
Startup piloting agriculture toward a less toxic future
Matias Figliozzi’s goal is simple, really. The CEO and co-founder of startup agritech company Unibaio wants to change the way the agriculture world ... READ MORE »
Michigan proposes permit process to track late blight pathogen
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is proposing a permit process to track the handling of the pathogen responsible f... READ MORE »
Grants to support development of potato varieties for commercial production
USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is offering a grant program supporting potato research projects focused on varietal develop... READ MORE »
National Chip Program trials serve as proving ground for processing potatoes
Chipping potatoes went on trial this month in Chicago. The annual National Chip Program trials invited nearly 100 industry professionals to review ... READ MORE »
PAA annual awards honor research excellence
The Potato Association of America held its annual meeting July 21-25 in Portland, Oregon. In 2000, an endowment was established to honor the late Fran... READ MORE »
NDSU potato breeder receives recognition at annual banquet
North Dakota State University potato breeder Assunta (Susie) Thompson received special recognition at the 50th Annual NDSU Harvest Bowl Banquet. Th... READ MORE »
Unlocking potato protein potential
The versatile potato contains important nutrients for humans and animals, including protein. In recent years, scientists have been finding ways to uti... READ MORE »
Promising development in fight against disease
Researchers in Belgium have succeeded in modifying multiple genes that predispose potato plants to potato late blight disease, or Phytophthora infesta... READ MORE »
An ongoing search: Research drives industry advances
Cultivar research drives innovation in the potato industry and helps growers find new varieties that address ever-changing crop and industry needs. ... READ MORE »
