India: India introduces first purple-fleshed potato variety
ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) in India has developed ’Kufri Jamunia’, the first purple-fleshed potato variety tailored for Indian agricultural conditions.
Asia 23/08/2024
EEUU: Learn potato-nutrient management
In Minnesota potatoes are typically grown under irrigated conditions on sandy soils with little organic matter.
Norte Am. 23/08/2024
Brasil: O preço da saca de batata continua animando os produtores de Vargem Grande do Sul
A batata para a indústria da variedade atlantic, está sendo comercializada limpa a R$ 155,00 a saca de 50kg.
Latam 28/07/2024
Mercado: GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW POTATOES
The weather continues to have a big effect on potato production in many countries. In Europe, a few countries have lower yields due to wet weather that has caused a lot of disease pressure.
Europa 26/07/2024
EEUU: Idaho reduces acreage on 2024 Russet potato crop
Idaho is anticipating a reduction in Russet potato acreage for its upcoming crop. "The acres planted are down significantly.
Norte Am. 26/07/2024
EEUU: Unprecedented heatwave sweeps across America, impacting agriculture and communities
An unprecedented heatwave has gripped vast regions of America, bringing record-breaking temperatures and severe consequences for agriculture, communities, and the overall economy.
Norte Am. 26/07/2024
Canada: Alberta’s potato industry is booming thanks to a global appetite for french fries
Major expansion of Cavendish plant completed, McCain plant renovation underway.
Norte Am. 26/07/2024
Sudáfrica: Impact of water restrictions on potato production in South Africa
FP Coetzee of Potatoes South Africa highlighted the dramatic price increase in potatoes following a reduction in production due to load-shedding in 2023.
Africa 26/07/2024