Argentina recession but potato sector grows
Argentina’s inflation rates are among the highest in the world. Despite these turbulent times, the potato industry is booming.
Argentina 08/04/2025
Argentina (Miramar): Anuncian la radicación de una nueva empresa de acondicionado y procesado de papa
Se trata de una firma que instalará una planta de cepillado de papa con la proyección de sumar una línea de lavado y avanzar en la producción de otros derivados del tubérculo.
Argentina 08/04/2025
Tariff war puts French fry market on edge
The import tariffs imposed by President Trump on many countries on April 2 could have major consequences for the sale of French fries to the United States.
Europa 08/04/2025
Netherlans: Planting season starts and every grower has his own strategy
Due to the dry weather conditions this spring, potato growers are starting to plant early. The technique used to get the potatoes into the ground depends on the type of soil, but the grower’s personal preference also plays a role.
Europa 08/04/2025
Cuba: Comenzó Las Tunas la cosecha de papa
Tras más de 20 años sin cultivar papa a gran escala, la provincia de Las Tunas comenzó hoy la cosecha del tubérculo en áreas de los norteños municipios de Puerto Padre y Menéndez.
Latam 08/04/2025
Technology developed by MIT engineers makes pesticides stick to plant leaves
With the new system, farmers could significantly cut their use of pesticides and fertilizers, saving money and reducing runoff.
Norte Am. 07/04/2025
Chile: Chiloé promotes efficient potato production
More than 40 producers and technical advisors from the province participated in a field day organized by INIA Butalcura, focused on improving potato crop yields through advanced soil and water management techniques.
Latam 07/04/2025
Chile: Chiloé impulsa producción eficiente de papa
Más de 40 productores y asesores técnicos de la provincia participaron en un día de campo organizado por INIA Butalcura, enfocado en mejorar el rendimiento del cultivo de papa mediante técnicas avanzadas de manejo de suelo y agua.
Latam 07/04/2025