Mexico (Perote): “Operation Solidarity Potato,” an initiative to sell directly to consumers and save potato crops
This project was launched by Merayz Elire, a young woman who has worked directly with small producers.
Latam 27/10/2025
Argentina (Los Altos-Catamarca): Total losses in potato crops and other crops
Producers in the rural areas of Los Altos, Bañado, and San Pedro reported the destruction of fields planted with tobacco, wheat, potatoes, and seed corn.
Argentina 26/10/2025
Italy: Bologna DOP Potato, taste, tradition, and certified quality
Rooted for decades in the Bolognese fields, this cultivar confirms its role of excellence in the Emilia-Romagna agricultural production also in the 2025/26 campaign
Europa 26/10/2025
Spain: Potato production in Asturias and its impact on the local economy
Potato cultivation is an essential part of agricultural activity in Asturias. The region’s soil and climate characteristics have enabled a stable production, renowned for its quality.
Europa 24/10/2025
Argentina: Industrial potatoes, knowledge, and genetic material are exported from the country.
In recent years, the global potato industry has experienced a period of accelerated consolidation. Mergers, acquisitions, and geographic expansion are redefining who produces, who decides, and who supplies.
Argentina 23/10/2025
Argentina: An Argentine family business was recognized by PepsiCo worldwide for promoting positive agriculture.
In recent days, PepsiCo recognized the key figures behind its food system at the inaugural Global Farmer Awards, held at the company’s headquarters in New York.
Argentina 23/10/2025
Argentina: "An average potato producer with 100 hectares lost around US$640,000 this year."
“It’s really sad”: Why do they let potatoes rot in the fields?
Argentina 23/10/2025
Bolivia (Cava): Frost destroys more than 50% of potato production
The mayor of Vacas, Edwin Coca, reported that municipal technicians are assessing the damage to determine the exact number of families affected by this weather phenomenon.
Latam 23/10/2025