Potato News

IMA Record horizontal flow wrapping machine

December 03, 2023

Packaging equipment specialists Manter, IMA Ilapak Italia and IMA Record announce exclusive partnership.

Manter International, IMA Ilapak Italia, and IMA Record join forces to redefine Agricultural Fresh Produce packaging.

Reyco Systems manufacturing and repair facility in Eltopia, Washington

December 02, 2023

Reyco Systems Expands its Presence with a New Facility in Columbia Basin, Washington

Reyco Systems and Idaho Steel, a global leader in innovative food processing technology, has announced the opening of its new manufacturing and repair facility in Eltopia, Washington.

Wireworms overwinter just below the frost line, at least three feet underground.

December 02, 2023

Beyond Insecticide: How wireworm behaviour gives clues to managing their population

Wireworms are a common potato plant predator, living in soil and feeding on roots. They are notoriously difficult to control, and populations are increasing in farm fields across Canada

Potato cultivation in Uttar Pradesh, India

December 01, 2023

Ramban’s high altitude areas to emerge as major potato seed producers

High-altitude areas of district Ramban like Gool, Mahu Mangit and Sanasar could become major potato seed producer areas and make the local farmers self-sufficient.

November 30, 2023

Newtec to Exhibit Brand New Weighing Machine at Potato Expo 2024

Newtec has announced its presence at the Potato Expo 2024, scheduled from January 10 to 11 in Austin Convention Center.

November 30, 2023

Egyptian processing potatoes were an important source for European factories from February to May

Yassen Abdelhay, export advisor at Arafa Group, reports on the crucial period for European factories from February to May 2023, and how Egyptian producers played a key role during this phase.

PEI Potato Industry Recognizes Deserving Individuals at Awards Banquet

November 30, 2023

PEI Potato Industry Recognizes Ray Keenan, others at Awards Banquet

The 2023 PEI Potato Industry Awards Banquet was held in Charlottetown and four very deserving members of the industry were recognized at the event.

McCain Foods Continues to Drive Innovation in Agriculture with Launch of Presia Ag Insights

November 30, 2023

McCain Foods launches new subsidiary, Presia Ag Insights, focused on potato yield forecasting, harvest time optimization and enhancement of on-farm sustainability practices

McCain Foods has announced the launch of Presia Ag Insights ("Presia").

Agrico Ukraine and Ukrainian Institute of Potato Research Tackle Challenges in Ukraine's Seed Potato Industry

November 30, 2023

Agrico Ukraine and Ukrainian Institute of Potato Research Tackle Challenges of the Seed Potato Industry in the Country

After Potatodays in the Netherlands, Agrico Ukraine together with Ukrainian Institute of Potato Research initiated a round table to discuss challenges in seed potato production in Ukraine.

Yulin Hu, left, and Nasim Mia, right, are experimenting with hydrogen production at UPEI using sources such as potatoes, sawdust, and UV light. Yulin Hu, left, and Nasim Mia, right, are experimenting with hydrogen production at UPEI using sources such as

November 30, 2023

Researchers at UPEI experimenting with making hydrogen from potato peels

Researchers at UPEI are experimenting on food scraps, wood and UV light to produce hydrogen gas.

Agrico and Agrico PSA to expand their activities into Tanzania

November 29, 2023

Agrico and Agrico PSA to expand their seed potato activities in Tanzania

By signing the distribution agreement with Fraxen Consult Ltd, Agrico seed potatoes will be exported to small-scale farmers in Tanzania later this year.