News on Potato Varieties and Seed from Europe

Holanda: HZPC celebra sus Potato Days 2024
October 29, 2024

Holanda: HZPC celebra sus Potato Days 2024

Serán el 7 y 8 de noviembre en la cede central de la empresa, en Joure, Holanda. Una oportunidad única para conocer al equipo, las variedades, y el futuro de la empresa.
Group picture of the entire consortium at the last project’s meeting held in Bonn on 29-30 May 2024
October 28, 2024

ADAPT project comes to an end after four important and productive years of potato research

The ADAPT project, funded by the EU Horizon 2020 program, has concluded with significant advancements in developing climate-resilient potatoes, bringing together a multidisciplinary team to enhance stress resilience and breeding strategies for future potato crops.
How many new potato varieties have been registered in Ukraine since the beginning of the year?
October 23, 2024

Introducing the Potato Varieties newly registered in the Ukraine in 2024.

As of October 2024, 12 new potato varieties were added to the State Register of Plant Varieties Suitable for Distribution in Ukraine during 2024. Four of these varieties are of French selection, four are German, and four are Dutch.
Flying start for PotatoEurope 2025 – 40 companies already registered!
October 14, 2024

Flying start for Potato Europe 2025 in the Netherlands – 40 companies already registered!

The organisation of the PotatoEurope, which will take place on September 3 and 4, 2025 at the Dutch location of Wageningen University & Research (WUR), Field Crops in Lelystad, can already speak of a flying start.
Potato Days UK concludes on a high note – a forum for the entire potato sector
September 27, 2024

Potato Days UK concludes on a high note – a forum for the entire potato sector

Potato Days UK, held in early September at Dyson farming’s Nocton Farm in Lincolnshire, ended on a high note, meeting visitor and exhibitor expectations.
Tomasz Bieńkowski, International Advisor at World Potato Congress Inc.
September 23, 2024

World Potato Congress Inc. Announces Tomasz Bieńkowski of Poland as International Advisor.

World Potato Congress Inc. has announced Tomasz Bieńkowski in a key role as an International Advisor. 
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España: Fruit Attraction llega a Madrid el 8 de Octubre
September 17, 2024

España: Fruit Attraction llega a Madrid el 8 de Octubre

La feria numero uno del mundo para el sector hortofrutícola se realizará en IFEMA, Madrid, con fuerte énfasis en la sostenibilidad, la gestión del agua, y el aumento de la producción.
Schaap Holland: NAO pavilion at Potato Europe in France is a magnet that brings potato professionals together
September 11, 2024

Schaap Holland: NAO pavilion at PotatoEurope is a magnet that brings potato professionals together

Schaap Holland is a distinguished participant in the NAO pavilion at Potato Europe. The pavilion serves as the perfect platform for Schaap Holland to showcase its expertise and connect with other professionals in the potato industry.
The new and former CEO of the Royal HZPC Group: Hans Huistra and Gerard Backx
September 02, 2024

Hans Huistra takes over as new CEO of Royal HZPC Group as Gerard Backx steps back

As of today, potato breeder Royal HZPC Group welcomes Hans Huistra as its new CEO. Colleagues from all of Royal HZPC Group's global locations (HZPC, STET and ZOS) had the opportunity to gain a first impression of Hans Huistra in a broadcasted meeting.
Potato Days UK covers 20 hectares
September 02, 2024

Potato Days United Kingdom: Free field event for potato growers kicks off this week in Nocton

On Wednesday, 4 September, at Nocton, Lincolnshire, the new Potato Days UK will be kicking off, offering a full two-day programme of exhibition, trial plots, professional programme, and live machinery demonstrations. Visitors enter for free on both days, 4 and 5 September, with prior registration needed.
Shortages in the Dutch Seed Potato Market: HZPC's Strategic Response
September 01, 2024

Shortages in the Dutch Seed Potato Market: HZPC's Strategic Response

Gerard Backx, CEO of the Royal HZPC Group, says there is an imbalance in the Dutch seed potato market. He expects less volume of these potatoes to be available this season. Although there is a good tuber count in many areas, and the harvest should be successful, the wet summer significantly damaged some areas.
Tanya Leonard, General Manager at Branston's Lincoln site
August 29, 2024

UK Potato company Branston appoints Tanya Leonard as General Manager at its Lincoln site

Branston, one of the UK’s leading potato suppliers, has appointed a new general manager at its Lincoln site as part of its ambitious growth plans.
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August 19, 2024

German potato breeder Norika completes leadership generation change

The potato breeder NORIKA GmbH from Groß Lüsewitz on the Baltic coast in Germany is preparing a generational change. An eventful and prosperous professional life is coming to an end for the retiring Managing Director Wolfgang Walter.
Participants gather in the yard at Worth Farms for Hutchinsons Potato Demonstration Day, discussing field trials and innovative approaches to potato cultivation due to heavy rainfall preventing field visits.
August 12, 2024

Sharing practical knowledge to refine best practice in potato growing

This year’s Hutchinsons Potato Demonstration Day, held at Worth Farms, Holbeach, Lincolnshire, focussed on potential solutions to address some of the key challenges faced by UK potato growers.
Prof Ian Toth, the new President of the EAPR
August 01, 2024

Prof Ian Toth appointed as new President of the EAPR: A visionary leader for Europe’s potato research community

Prof Ian Toth, a distinguished figure in the potato research community, has been appointed as the new President of the European Association for Potato Research (EAPR).
Arranque de patatas esta semana en Honcalada.
July 25, 2024

España: presión por parte de la demanda acelera la cosecha

Actualmente se recogen colombas, que están por encima de los 0,50 euros el kilo, aunque se estima que la producción ha caído un 15%
Eruopa: incertidumbre productiva y de mercado
July 09, 2024

Europa: incertidumbre productiva y de mercado

Los países productores del norte de Europa enfrenta a un tiempo dificultades climatológicas para producir, así como también incertidumbres de mercado por presiones de competidores a nivel global.
España: se celebró la sexta edición del Papatour en Canarias
June 25, 2024

España: se celebró la sexta edición del Papatour en Canarias

La sexta edición del evento que reúne a productores y asociados al sector celebró con éxito su sexta edición.

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