China: Scientists protect potatoes against climate emergency
China’s climate-resistant potatoes weigh only about 0.13 kg, just half the weight of the average potato in the country.
Asia 16/12/2024
Europa: Ozone exposure in 2022 causes €680 million loss in European potato yields
The economic impact of these losses was significant, prompting the researchers to advocate for the continuation of high-resolution spatial modeling to accurately gauge and address the issue.
Europa 16/12/2024
Bangladesh: Farmers expecting bumper potato output in Rangpur region
After getting a lucrative price last year, farmers are expecting a bumper potato output in Rangpur agriculture region where early varieties of potato have already appeared in local markets with rewarding prices.
Asia 16/12/2024
Potato prices surge again in Ukraine
This week, Ukraine’s potato market has experienced a notable uptick in trading activity, according to analysts from the EastFruit project.
Europa 16/12/2024
CEE: The tough road for European potato growers in 2024
Most farmers across the NEPG (North-Western European Potato Growers) zone were fortunate during October and early November to complete their harvests, the organization says in a press release issued earlier today.
Europa 11/12/2024
CEE: Strong demand, tight stocks drive premium potato prices in Ireland, domestic market buoyant in Europe
The Irish potato market is maintaining a steady trajectory, with consistent demand in both retail and foodservice sectors, according to the latest potato market report from the Irish Farmers Association (IFA).
Europa 11/12/2024
India: Peru-based International Potato Center set to open branch in Agra
Lucknow, Dec 2 (PTI) Peru-based research facility CIP (International Potato Center) is set to establish a branch in Agra, with an investment of around Rs 120 crore on a 10-hectare site, the Uttar Pradesh government said on Monday.
Asia 11/12/2024
India: Farmers in Himachal’s Una reap bumper harvest of potatoes
In Una, Himachal Pradesh, a notable harvest of potatoes has led to favorable market prices, prompting Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri to advocate for a robust system to ensure fair compensation for farmers.
Asia 11/12/2024