New AVR Spirit 7200 seven ton bunker offset potato harvester offers haulm roller as unique feature
The new Spirit 7200 complements the AVR Spirit family with a drawn, two-row offset potato harvester. In essence, it is a further development of the Spirit 6200.
augustus 24, 2021
tna solutions launches tna remote assist service at SNAXPO
Global food processing and packaging technology specialist, tna, launched its new tna remote assist service at SNAXPO
augustus 24, 2021
James Hutton Institute outlines plans for a 'Potato Innovation Hub' at Potatoes in Practice 2021
Recent advances in breeding technologies can be harnessed to fast track the breeding of new varieties. Sensors and drone technologies are driving integrated pest management solutions.
augustus 23, 2021
Potato Photographer of the Year
The Potato Photographer of the Year competition was inspired by acclaimed photographer Kevin Abosch’s image of a potato which sold for $1million in 2016. This magnificent photograph confirmed the appetite for potato-based art.
augustus 23, 2021
GBP 2.2 Million new funding to safeguard Scotland's potato industry from Potato Cyst Nematodes (PCN)
After the Plant Health Centre led a working Group to identify a clear strategy for dealing with the Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) crisis, a report was delivered to the Scottish Government.
augustus 23, 2021
Potato LEAF Awards 2021-22 Scholarship to Thilani Jayakody for her Potato Research
The Potato Leadership, Education and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) is pleased to announce Thilani Jayakody, as the recipient of its 2021-22 Academic Scholarship.
augustus 23, 2021
U.S. potato exports recover in Marketing Year 2020/21
Exports from the U.S. were impacted by reduced demand and shipping problems starting in January 2020; this reduced demand carried through the end of 2020.
augustus 22, 2021
KOPIA Pakistan Centre and Aeroponic Potato Seed Production System inaugurated at NARC
Opening ceremonies of KOPIA Pakistan Centre and Aeroponic Potato Seed Production System was held at NARC Islamabad.
augustus 22, 2021
New University of Maine research hub to focus on Potato Virus Y
Greater understanding of the biology of one of the most destructive plant viruses to potato crops will be the focus of a research hub at the University of Maine.
augustus 22, 2021
tna Solutions to Launch Latest Iteration of Flagship robag series at Pack Expo 2021
Global food processing and packaging specialist, tna solutions, is reinforcing its commitment to innovation at PACK EXPO 2021 with a newly expanded solutions portfolio.
augustus 21, 2021
Update on the 2021 Potato Crop in Canada (per August 19)
The potato crop in Canada in mid-August appears to have good potential in many - though not all - regions to meet the needs of industry and to rebound after reductions.
augustus 20, 2021
Technico introduces a new early maturing red skin potato variety: Red Candy
Red Candy, a new potato variety launched by Technico Agri Sciences Ltd, combines early bulking with better storability. This addresses the key concerns of potato growers in e.g. in Bihar and Northern parts of West Bengal.