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One of the earlier sewing needles discovered in a potato
oktober 21, 2014

Another Sewing Needle discovered in Potato

Another potato has been found with a sewing needle inside, the Prince Edward Island RCMP announced yesterday. This is the seventh sewing needle discovered in a potato.
Sewing needles lodged in potatoes at Prince Edward Island french fry plant
oktober 16, 2014

Sewing needles lodged in potatoes at Prince Edward Island french fry plant

RCMP says metal objects were intentionally placed. Police believe all affected fries at Cavendish Farms did not leave facility.
Klondike Royale
oktober 13, 2014

Potandon Produce showcases Klondike Royale, Smiley's at PMA Fresh Summit

Potandon Produce LLC will be showcasing two new varieties at the upcoming PMA show, the Klondike Royale, a wonderful yellow fleshed potato and Smiley’s, a petite yellow-fleshed potato with naturally occurring marks on the surface of the skin which resemble smiles.
Lamoka
oktober 11, 2014

Update for Growers of Lamoka - Management Practices for Controlling Black Leg

Growers of the potato variety Lamoka used for chip processing have seen a higher than normal incidence of blackleg in their fields this summer.
Suspected Food Tampering in Potatoes Packed by Linkletter Farms Ltd., Prince Edward Island
oktober 07, 2014

Suspected Food Tampering in Potatoes Packed by Linkletter Farms Ltd., Prince Edward Island

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is advising consumers of a possible food tampering situation involving potatoes harvested and packed by Linkletter Farms Ltd. of Summerside, PEI.
(L to R): Karl Smallman, Triple S Farms; Robert Irving, President of Cavendish Farms; Blaine MacPherson, Cavendish Farms; Premier Robert Ghiz; Leaman Murphy, Chair of Trout Unlimited Prince County Chapter; and John Jamieson, Federation of Agriculture.
oktober 06, 2014

PEI Province and Cavendish Farms purchase at-risk land in Barclay Brook

Through a partnership with Cavendish Farms, the Province of Prince Edward Island is purchasing 96 acres of agricultural land in the Barclay Brook area to help protect Island rivers and fish habitat.
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New ‘Focus on Potato’ Webcast Discusses Postharvest Use of Phosphorous Acid
oktober 05, 2014

New ‘Focus on Potato’ Webcast Discusses Postharvest Use of Phosphorous Acid

Phosphorous acid based products can be an effective control for postharvest diseases when applying best practices. In the presentation. Learn more in the latest ‘Focus on Potato’ presentation “Phosphorous Acid and its use in Potato Post-Harvest Situations,”
MountainKing Potatoes Rolls Out Bold, New Display Units To Boost Impulse Sales
oktober 05, 2014

MountainKing Potatoes Rolls Out Bold, New Display Units To Boost Impulse Sales

Texas-based MountainKing Potatoes has taken another step toward helping retailers boost impulse sales, reduce in-store labor and compliment ad features with new, high-graphic display units including large bins for high-volume promotions, easy-to-install display wraps and smaller, yet attractive display-ready stack boxes.
9th World Potato Congress: Industry Awards Nominations Now Open
oktober 01, 2014

9th World Potato Congress: Industry Awards Nominations Now Open

The President of the World Potato Congress (WPC) Mr David Thompson and the Chairman of the WPC Industry Awards Committee, Mr Douglas (Doug) Harley, have announced that nominations are now being called for the 2015 World Potato Congress Industry Awards.
Potato Virus S may break down Phytophthora resistance in potato
september 28, 2014

Potato Virus S may break down Phytophthora resistance in potato

In a study published this summer, scientists of the Washington State University found that potato virus S (PVS) breaks down late blight resistance in potato.
The Real Deal Snacks Earn "Non-GMO Project Verified" Seal
september 25, 2014

The Real Deal Snacks Earn 'Non-GMO Project Verified' Seal

Keystone Food Products is pleased to announce that its signature line of snacks, The Real Deal Snacks, has received the Non-GMO Project Verified seal from the Non-GMO Project, an independent verification that assures a product has been produced according to best practices for GMO avoidance.
New ‘Focus on Potato’ Webcast Addresses Fungicide Resistance, Management
september 22, 2014

New ‘Focus on Potato’ Webcast Addresses Fungicide Resistance, Management

While weed resistance issues have been grabbing many headlines over the past few years, fungicide resistance has become an increasingly important issue this growing season—and likely for future growing seasons if sound resistance management practices are not adopted.
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Private potato breeder Andre Gagnon at work at his research facility in Quebec.
september 14, 2014

Canadian potato breeders want a bigger say

Canada's private potato breeders are calling for a bigger say in how new varieties are developed in Canada.
US Potato Exports Hit New Records In Both Value & Volume (expanded)
september 11, 2014

US Potato Exports Hit New Records In Both Value & Volume (expanded)

The value of all U.S. potato exports reached $1,755,544,515 for the recently completed July 2013 – June 2014 marketing year. This is an expanded version of an earlier publication.
PEI Potato Growers Are Rooted In Their Communities This Fall
september 10, 2014

PEI Potato Growers Are Rooted In Their Communities This Fall

The Prince Edward Island Potato Board, on behalf of all Island potato growers, is proud to be rooted in our community through support of a number of exciting events this September and October.
National Potato Council (US) hires Steve Holton as the Director of Corporate and Public Relations
september 08, 2014

National Potato Council (US) hires Steve Holton as the Director of Corporate and Public Relations

The National Potato Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Holton as the Director of Corporate and Public Relations.
Late blight (Phytophthora Infestans) on a potato leaf
september 07, 2014

Late blight concern for PEI potato farmers

The number of cases of a late blight (Phytophthora infestans) continues to grow on Prince Edward Island.
Late blight confirmed in Alberta
september 07, 2014

Late blight confirmed in Alberta

In Alberta, late blight occurs infrequently, but can have devastating impacts in the years when it reaches epidemic levels.

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