Potato crisis in Russia and Belarus: What this means for Putin and Lukashenko
Alexander Lukashenko recently addressed his people with a very down-to-earth appeal.
Europa 08/06/2025
Bolivia (Tiquipaya): A potato processing plant is being built at more than 2,600 meters above sea level.
Tiquipaya enters the era of industrialization with the Potato Processing Plant, which will benefit more than 1,790 families.
Latam 08/06/2025
Europe: Historic price drop and 5% increase in potato cultivation area
Since the end of February 2025, the average price per 100 kg of potatoes has dropped from 30 euros to just 7.50 euros, a drop of more than 75%.
Europa 08/06/2025
Science: A triple relationship that incubates potato parasites is discovered
Potatoes produce a molecule that is transformed by microbes and causes parasites to hatch.
Europa 07/06/2025
Mexico: Potatoes remain one of the most important crops in the Yaqui Valley.
With 6,800 hectares planted, potatoes are the region’s main crop, although they face challenges due to a lack of water and investment in irrigation.
Latam 04/06/2025
Spain: Firm commitment to certified seed potatoes
Udapa begins construction of new facilities dedicated exclusively to the production, preservation, selection, and packaging of certified seed potatoes.
Europa 04/06/2025
Colombia: Potato farming generates more than 266,000 jobs in the country.
UPRA revealed that production is 3.6 million tons
Latam 03/06/2025
Russia: Putin admits there is a potato shortage
Russian President Putin has admitted that there are too few potatoes in the country. The shortage was caused by a disappointing harvest, which led to huge price increases. Nowhere is the potato as expensive as in Russia.
Europa 01/06/2025