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Nominations for inaugural Spudman Impact Awards open until Nov. 1
The inaugural Spudman Impact Awards will honor individuals making a significant contribution to the American potato industry. Nominations are open ... READ MORE »
2023 Spudwoman of the Year a master of connecting the dots
Throughout her career, Jeanne Debons has mastered the art of working with people. Debons, the 2023 Spudwoman of the Year, has held varied jobs dire... READ MORE »
United Fresh event to feature DOJ session
A workshop at this year's United Fresh Washington Conference will focus on the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) approach to criminal investigations an... READ MORE »
Ag-tech business incubator awarded $55,000
USDA has signed a grant agreement to provide the Great Lakes Ag-Tech Business Incubator (GLATBI) with $55,000 to enhance their marketing, outreach, an... READ MORE »
Pressure bruise management aided by texture analysis
Pressure flattening in stored potatoes is a cause of significant economic losses for Colorado potato growers. Pressure flattening occurs as the tuber ... READ MORE »
West Virginia farmers wary of aggregation center’s future
Crop aggregation machine located in Huntington. Photo: Clark Davis/WV Public BroadcastingWest Virginia farmers are being cautious about the futu... READ MORE »
MPB hosts 30th annual meeting
The Maine Potato Board (MPB) held its 30th annual dinner meeting on July 14 at Farm Park in Fort Fairfield, Maine. Nearly 300 growers, family members ... READ MORE »
Potatoes USA hires institutional foodservice marketing manager
Potatoes USA has hired Rachael Lynch as a global marketing manager for institutional foodservice markets.Lynch has spent the last five years revitaliz... READ MORE »
Monsanto rejects second Bayer proposal
Monsanto has rejected a revised $65 billion acquisition proposal from Bayer AG.Monsanto's board of directors viewed the revised proposal as financiall... READ MORE »
Simplot Innate varieties receive names
The first generation of Simplot Plant Sciences Innate bioengineered potato seed has been issued proprietary names.The names and varieties are: Cultiva... READ MORE »
