EEUU: Water shortages spurring innovation in Columbia Basin
By Heather Smith Thomas, Contributing Writer Farmers rely on water for their livelihoods, but it often costs a lot to get it to the field.
Norte Am. 16/02/2024
Namibia: Namibia’s agronomic board pushes for increased local potato production
The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) is urging local farmers to increase potato production, aiming to reduce the country’s N$138 million annual bill for potato imports.
Africa 16/02/2024
Ucrania: Potato prices down for the first time since October 2023
According to the EastFruit, the Ukrainian potato market has seen a sharp drop in trade activity. An increase in the supply of potatoes has driven down the prices in this sector.
Europa 16/02/2024
EEUU: Potato industry celebrates increased access to Mexican market
Two years after the interior Mexican market opened for U.S. potato exports, industry experts provided a breakdown of what was involved with gaining increased access to that important market and discussed plans to further develop business south of the
Norte Am. 16/02/2024
Canada: Guelph to host 2024 Ontario Potato Conference
Dr. Eugenia Banks, potato specialist at the Ontario Potato Board and organizer of the 2024 Ontario Potato Conference reminds industry professionals across North America that the event is set to take place in Guelph on February 29.
Norte Am. 16/02/2024
Irlanda: Irish and European potato markets: Resilience in the face of rising costs, tight supplies and seed scarcity
The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) says in its weekly potato market report that it’s clear that the Irish potato market is demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of various challenges.
Europa 16/02/2024
EEUU: Americans’ love for potatoes: More than just a side dish
In a revealing study commissioned by Potatoes USA, it has emerged that the humble potato is not just a staple in American diets but also a cultural cornerstone across various ethnic groups.
Norte Am. 16/02/2024
Bangladesh: Consumers pay 150% higher than potato production cost
Although the production cost of potato is Tk 16 per kg, consumers have to buy it at Tk 36-40 per kg which is 150 per cent higher than the production cost. It means that traders earn a profit of Tk 20-24 per kg.
Asia 16/02/2024