Canada: A blueprint for a better potato
Scientists have created a super pangenome that can be used to help breed more nutritious, disease-resistant and “climate-smart” potatoes.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
Canada: First Living Lab focused on potatoes
Federal funding program helped look at cover crop effects and reducing tillage in potatoes.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
EEUU: Healthy potato chips from the US might represent breakthrough in snack food
In a pivotal development within the US snack food sector, Michigan State University (MSU) researchers Jiming Jiang and David Douches have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform potato chips and fries into healthier options.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
Australia: From accidental spud farmers to major suppliers in Australia
In an unexpected twist of fate, Terrence and Wendy Rattray found themselves transitioning from a modest endeavor into prominent potato producers within the Australian market.
Oceania 01/03/2024
Canada: Potato growers have another option against verticillium wilt
Registration of a new mustard hybrid could also help combat nematodes.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
Canada: Revolutionary technology shows promise in potatoes
The potential for spray-induced gene silencing seems extraordinary, but it could help with disease control in potatoes.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
EEUU: Healthy potato chips from the US might represent breakthrough in snack food
In a pivotal development within the US snack food sector, Michigan State University (MSU) researchers Jiming Jiang and David Douches have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform potato chips and fries into healthier options.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024
EEUU: Michigan’s potato industry is no small fry
A report says the industry supports 22,000 jobs, and potatoes are second-largest commodity grown in the state.
Norte Am. 01/03/2024