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NDSU Extension crop budgets forecast low to negativity profitability
Projected 2026 crop budgets released by North Dakota State University Extension forecast low to negative profitability for most crops and regions. ... READ MORE »
NPGA annual meeting to feature Potato Scout School
North Dakota State University and University of Minnesota Extension potato agronomist Andy Robinson will conduct a Potato Scout School as part of the ... READ MORE »
Revision increases USDA potato production estimates for 2025
USDA has revised its 2025 potato production estimates, now reporting that U.S. growers produced 412.86 million cwt of potatoes. That’s 798,000 cw... READ MORE »
Pioneer in Michigan commercial russet growing dies at 81
Former potato farmer Robert "Bob" Gruesbeck of Eaton Rapids, Michigan, has died at age 81. Gruesbeck and his wife, Barbara, were among the first co... READ MORE »
Bill beefs up certified seed potato regulation in Wisconsin
Legislation that would increase penalties for not using certified seed potatoes has been signed into law in Wisconsin. Senate Bill 164 (.pdf), now ... READ MORE »
Michigan growers reminded to register by Jan. 1
Michigan potato growers are reminded to register with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) by Jan. 1. Under the See... READ MORE »
Comment on Michigan specialty crop funding priorities now being accepted
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will accept public comment on funding priorities for Michigan's 2026 Specialty Cr... READ MORE »
Michigan harvest nears completion; 2026 contract negotiations begin
Michigan’s potato harvest is around 90% complete, with quality and recovery rates close to average for the state’s chipping crop. Open market p... READ MORE »
Bill would repeal licensing requirement for Michigan wholesale potato dealers
A Michigan bill that would repeal a 1964 rule that requires wholesale potato dealers to purchase licensing is scheduled to be discussed Oct. 30 duri... READ MORE »
Report finds strong yields driving increase in russet table supplies
As the 2025 potato harvest nears completion across the U.S., strong yields are driving an increase in russet table supplies, with size and quality out... READ MORE »
