Washington State University Potato Field Day 2022

The Washington State University Potato Research Group will host its annual Potato Field Day. Growers can view the latest discoveries at the 2022 WSU Potato Field Day, Thursday, June 23, at Othello.

At their 400-acre Othello research farm, Washington State University scientists study seed quality, new varieties, pests, and growing practices to help Northwest potatoes thrive and become better French fries, chips, and tots.
 

Scientists from WSU, USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, Montana State University, and the University of Idaho will discuss the disease, before launching the highlight of the event: commercial seed lot trials on health, quality, and performance of dozens of current potato varieties grown from seed.

Field day presentations are split between sessions on cultural practices, and pests and diseases.

Experts from across the Pacific Northwest will share promising chip and speciality varieties from the Tri-State Breeding Program, solutions for pest and disease control, and ideas for maximizing economic return, among more than a dozen topics.