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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 »
Warm weather slows potato harvesting in Red River Valley
A recent wave of warm weather has slowed potato harvesting in North Dakota and Minnesota, dropping progress in both states below the five-year average... READ MORE »
Report forecasts dip in Canadian potato production
Canadian growers are forecast to produce 122.2 million cwt of potatoes in 2025 — 6 million cwt, or 4.7%, less than the country produced last year. ... READ MORE »
North Dakota ag research organization seeks public input
The North Dakota State Board of Agricultural Research and Education (SBARE) is seeking public input on agricultural research and North Dakota State Un... READ MORE »
California hopes to spur ag innovation with $15M award
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources plans to use a $15 million award from the state of California to speed innovation adapt... READ MORE »
