Genetische diversiteit van de aardappel in Equador is groter dan gedacht
Tijdens een expeditie in Equador wist de Wagenings promovendus Alvaro Altaminaro 174 landrassen van de aardappel te verzamelen.
Enero 09, 2012
McCain Foods in Australia looking for 'productivity improvements' in 2012
The Victorian Farmers Federation is worried about the long-term future of the giant McCain Foods' processing plant in Ballarat.
Enero 09, 2012
Minnesota spud grower recognized for industry leadership in 2011
A Minnesota seed potato grower and immediate past president of the National Potato Council was recognized Saturday for his strong leadership during 2011
Enero 09, 2012
Wholesale potato prices nosedive in Pakistan
Potato prices have sharply declined as farmers are dumping potatoes onto the market due to lack of return compared to the total input cost, said one farmer on Saturday.
Enero 09, 2012
Surge in demand for prime home-grown seed potatoes in Britain
Seed potato exports from Britain are expected to break more records following a highly-successful season last year.
Enero 09, 2012
Chile: SAG del Maule protege área libre de plagas de la papa
Con el fin de informar a los transportistas que comercializan productos agrícolas en el sur del país, el Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero, SAG, dispuso la instalación de dos letreros estratégicamente ubicados en las dos macroferias de Talca.
Enero 06, 2012
Potato extension program launched in Australia
AUSVEG has launched a three-year initiative which aims to enhance communication within Australia’s potato industry and promote clearer information exchange.
Enero 06, 2012
USPB's smartphone app caters to growers
Technology was evident in virtually every booth at the Potato Expo 2012, and the U.S. Potato Board’s booth was no exception.
Enero 06, 2012
Scottish potato producer to expand business in Russia
Potato producer Albert Bartlett plans to expand its business in eastern Europe and Russia after winning its first contracts in the region during last season’s severe drought.
Enero 06, 2012
United Potato’s bright start shines less brightly
A late December report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture has added another perspective on the current drama surrounding the Salt Lake City-based United Potato Growers of America.
Enero 06, 2012
Bolivia: Campesinos preparan primera cumbre de la papa en Tarija
Con el objetivo de analizar la reducción de la producción, el bajo costo de la papa y el poco interés de las autoridades departamentales en la diversidad de las semillas de este producto de la canasta familiar, la Federación de Campesinos prepara la Primera Cumbre de la Papa en el departamento de Tarija.
Enero 05, 2012
Potato Expo 2012 the largest gathering of the potato industry in North America
This week, nearly 1,500 attendees from a dozen countries have traveled to Orlando, Florida, to share the latest in agriculture information and innovations. But this event is more than just numbers;it's about the bottom line. POTATO EXPO offers attend...