Potato News

Potato Photographer of the Year: winner of 2020
August 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.
GBP 2.2 Million new funding to safeguard Scotland's potato and bulb industries
August 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.
Potato LEAF Awards 2021-22 Scholarship to Thilani Jayakody Outstanding Michigan State Graduate Student Receives Award for Potato Research
August 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.
U.S. potato exports recover in Marketing Year 2020/21
August 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.
KOPIA Pakistan Centre and Aeroponic Potato Seed Production System inaugurated at NARC
August 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.
New University of Maine research hub to focus on Potato Virus Y
August 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.
tna Solutions to Launch Latest Iteration of Flagship robag series at Pack Expo 2021
August 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.
Update on the 2021 Potato Crop in Canada (per August 19)
August 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.
Red Candy - a new early maturing potato variety by Technico Agri Sciences Limited
August 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.
Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of
August 20, 2021

Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of

Kumpir takes first place in this as it is more of a street food that is closely associated with Istanbul’s Ortaköy district. It is a baked potato that gets mashed in its own peel with some butter and chees.
Los productores del Grupo de Transferencia Tecnológica GTT de Semilla de Papa de Los Muermos vuelven a reunirse en forma presencial
August 20, 2021

Los productores del Grupo de Transferencia Tecnológica GTT de Semilla de Papa de Los Muermos vuelven a reunirse en forma presencial

Los productores del Grupo de Transferencia Tecnológica GTT de Semilla de Papa de Los Muermos volvieron a reunirse en forma presencial luego de meses realizando sólo actividades virtuales.
Taco Bell® Nacho Fries Just Got Hotter With New Limited Time TRUFF Partnership
August 19, 2021

Taco Bell® Nacho Fries Just Got Hotter With New Limited Time TRUFF Partnership

Last month, the fan-favorite Nacho Fries made its seventh debut to menus nationwide. Now, Taco Bell is spicing things up through a new partnership with fellow SoCal brand TRUFF.

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