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March 23, 2016
Blemishes of Table Potatoes: Common Biotic Causes
Potato tubers are affected by a number of blemishes, which can cause severe economic losses. This 'Focus on Potato' presentation by Jacquie van der Waals, Professor at the University of Pretoria in South Africa can serve as a guide for growers and others in the potato industry to help with identification of these blemishes.
February 07, 2016
Drought in South Africa pushes potato prices to the highest level ever
Drought and hot conditions since September 2015 have a negative impact on yields in almost all the potato production regions in South Africa. Currently market prices are at the highest levels ever, while potato stock levels are at record low levels.
August 06, 2013
South-Africa meets first Dewulf potato harvester
Dewulf, specialist in harvesting technology of potatoes and carrots, introduced its first potato harvester in South-Africa earlier this year.
July 31, 2013
Frozen Potato Chips (French Fries) trade war between South Africa and the European Union
South Africa and the European Union (EU) are headed for another bruising dispute over trade access. At issue this time around are frozen potato chips (frozen french fries) from the EU.
February 11, 2013
Potatoes South Africa: the way forward
Prof André Jooste recently took over as CEO of Potatoes South Africa (PSA), after nearly six years at the National Agriculture Marketing Council (NAMC). He spoke to Robyn Joubert of Farmers Weekly (South Africa) about his vision for the future.
August 01, 2012
Global warming could benefit potato industry
Climate change could result in a positive outcome for the potato industry and possibly lead to potatoes becoming one of the top staple crops in the world Sponsored Content
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July 20, 2012
Potatoes to get brand boost in South Africa
A new brand campaign for Potatoes South Africa (PSA), the official representative of potato producers in South Africa, wishes to change South Africans into a Potato Nation that maintains balanced diets and make potatoes the everyday, fat-free heart of ...
May 02, 2012
Imports could mean it’s chips for jobs in South African potato processing industry
Imported frozen french fries are threatening the livelihood of more than 11 000 workers in the potato processing industry, says producers association Potatoes SA (PSA).
April 30, 2012
Imported French fries – a hot potato topic for the South African economy
Potatoes South Africa (PSA) has recently turned to the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries, as well as the Minister of Trade & Industry, in order to address the influx of frozen French fries into South Africa.
September 13, 2011
Floods and Frost result in potato chips shortage in South Africa
Potatoes South Africa reported that the potato industry in South Africa had lost at least 60.000 tons of potatoes this year, largely due to flooding and frost. As a result of a history of poor harvests, chip maker Simba (Pepsico/Frito-Lay) has adopted...July 06, 2011
New classification system for table potatoes in South Africa
Researchers in South Africa have completed a classification system for potatoes based on the textural attributes of the most popular varieties grown and consumed in that country.
August 03, 2010
Por inclemencias climáticas Mc Cain Sudáfrica debe importar papa procesada de Argentina.
Sudáfrica se ha visto afectada por la escasez de papa en todo el país debido a las adversas condiciones climáticas que afectan la oferta, calidad y precios de la papa congelada. "Las fuertes lluvias que se produjeron a principios del 2010, ocasio... Sponsored Content 
August 02, 2010
McCain: Not enough potatoes for processing in South Africa
South Africa has been hit by a countrywide potato shortage due to adverse climactic conditions which will affect supply, quality and pricing of frozen potato products.July 27, 2010
Potato prices in South Africa could rise due to frost damage
South African consumers might have to pay more for potatoes due to recent frost damage as the harvest season gets under way next month.The industry lost 25 000 tons of potatoes during the mid-June cold snap.But Potatoes South Africa said the upward adj...
October 20, 2009
South African Government rejects genetically modified potato
The South African government has rejected the Agriculture Research Council’s (ARC’s) application to provide genetically modified potatoes to local farmers, saying it was concerned about its safety and economic effect. “This is probably the mo...October 15, 2009
South Africa planning to ban trans fats in foods
In South Africa, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has told Parliament that his department intends to introduce rules banning industrially produced trans fats in all processed and prepared foods.Giving a written reply on Thursday to a question from the...February 05, 2009
Lower 2008 Potato Prices in South Africa not fully passed on to consumers
The full benefit of lower potato prices in 2008 was not passed on to the consumer, Potatoes SA (PSA) said on Tuesday. During 2008, the producer price of potatoes dropped by 45 percent, Mark du Plessis, CEO of PSA said. However, the average retail pr...September 11, 2008
Tuber Moth resistant GM potato of no use for South Africa
A pest-resistant strain of genetically modified potato, earmarked for possible commercial release in South Africa, will be of no use to local spud farmers, said the African Centre for Biosafety (ACB) this week. It will also increase risk to the farmer ...