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New test identifies golden nematode
A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientist has developed a diagnostic test that identifies the golden nematode, one of two types of potato cyst... READ MORE »
NPC Awards academic scholarship
The National Potato Council has awarded Anders Schmidt Huseth its 2011-2012 NPC Academic Scholarship.Huseth is currently toward his Ph.D. and is a res... READ MORE »
U.S. Potato Board issues 2011 potato sales and utilization estimates
The U.S. Potato Board (USPB) released its 2011 potato sales and utilization estimates on Wednesday, August, 10.The USPB press release cited two items ... READ MORE »
Seeking nominees for 2012 World Potato Congress awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 World Potato Congress Industry Awards.The World Potato Congress Industry Awards recognize individuals'... READ MORE »
Famous Idaho Potato Bowl announced
The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl was unveiled today as the new name for the Humanitarian Bowl which features a top selection from the Western Athletic Con... READ MORE »
USPB Chip Committee elects officers
The United States Potato Board (USPB) Chip Committee re-elected Richard Pavelski, president of Heartland Farms Inc., Hancock, Wis., to serve as its ch... READ MORE »
Dow Chemical to pay $2.5 million civil penalty
The U.S. Environmental Agency (EPA) ad the U.S. Department of Justice announced on Friday, July 29, 2011 that Dow Chemical Company has agreed to pay a... READ MORE »
IPC appoints 2012 chairman and vice-chairman
The Idaho Potato Commission appointed Jim Tiede, of American Falls, IPC Chairman and Alan Taylor, of Rigby, IPC vice-chairman for 2012 during their mo... READ MORE »
Valley Irrigation expands product line
Valley Irrigation has expanded its Valley GPS product line. The Valley GPS Guidance for corners and linear irrigation equipment is now compatible with... READ MORE »
World Potato Congress offers subsidies to qualifying delegates
Delegates from developing and transitional countries may qualify for financial support to attend the 8th World Potato Congress in Edinburgh, Scotland,... READ MORE »
