Ecuador: Rescue of native potato production in Tungurahua
Yacu Chips is an initiative that rescues and enhances native potato production in Tungurahua. The project involves the work of more than 40 families in the province.
Latam 24/05/2025
Peru (Piura): Regional Government and INIA inaugurate potato seed greenhouse in Huancabamba.
In the Tocllapite hamlet of Huancabamba, the district and province of Huancabamba, the first greenhouse for seed potato production was inaugurated, an initiative that will directly benefit 200 farmers in the area.
Latam 24/05/2025
Spain: A campaign is underway to eradicate the pest threatening potato crops in Menorca.
The Consell, the Government and Tragsa are offering farmers an initiative for the early detection of the beetle that can completely eliminate the potato plant.
Europa 20/05/2025
Peru (Huánuco): Native potato producers receive training in in vitro seed production
148 farmers learned about successful cultivation and marketing experiences. The project seeks to preserve biodiversity and strengthen the local economy.
Latam 19/05/2025
Innovations: Israeli researchers breed potatoes resistant to high temperatures
Dr. David Levy is leading the development of desert-adapted potatoes, strengthening food security in the Middle East.
Asia 18/05/2025
Spain: Pest threatens the survival of the Sa Pobla potato
Farmers are considering abandoning their land after making large investments.
Europa 18/05/2025
Russians are worried about high potato prices
In addition to high inflation in the country (10.3% year-on-year in March), Russians are struggling this year with expensive potatoes. Their price on store shelves has almost tripled year-on-year.
Europa 18/05/2025
Algeria: ONILEV reassures potato producers
Haroumi Redouane, Director General of the National Interprofessional Office for Vegetables and Meats (ONILEV), reassures farmers and potato producers that their concerns are being addressed.
Africa 18/05/2025