In a groundbreaking development for the agricultural sector, startups are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to combat the escalating weed problem exacerbated by global warming, as reported by Bloomberg.
Scientists at the National Roots Crops Research Institute, NRCRI in Nigeria have been tasked to develop more technologies in the area of improved potato varieties’ resistance to bacteria wilt, and nematodes as well as proper management of potato
Seven years ago, Chris and Ashley Gasperi planted four acres of potatoes on their idle land in Kenya.
Europe has unveiled a €3.2 million initiative, named “Potatoes Forever!“, aimed at educating the public about sustainable practices within the fresh potato industry. The campaign, set to span three years, will primarily target France and Italy.
Dutch potato growers are facing a dilemma this September because their crop is too small to dig up ahead of the October 1 deadline, RTL Nieuws reported on Friday.
The potato harvest is just about to get underway in many parts of P.E.I., and many Island farmers are wondering what all the rain this summer is going to mean for this year’s crop as they head out into the fields.
NFU Scotland has welcomed the news that the seed potato trade between Scotland and Northern Ireland will re-open on September 30.
There are a number of strategies to avoid pathogen spread and potato spoilage in storage.
