India: Sudden veg price increases impact Indian consumers
Over the past few weeks, a sudden increase in the price of several essential food items has adversely affected Indian consumers. Chilli and potato prices have doubled.
Asia 04/04/2016
India: Potato farmers seek storage solution
Allege exploitation by cold store owners who are denying them space for storing produce.
Asia 28/03/2016
Canadá: Can potatoes be grown without chemicals?
Potatoes typically require fungicides and pesticides but with the correct rotations and lots of ladybugs, it is possible.
Norte Am. 28/03/2016
EEUU: Potatoes move from comfort food to comfort zone
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Potatoes have an advantage over most vegetables: Marketers don’t have to convince consumers to like them.
Norte Am. 28/03/2016
Canadá: Watershed group calls on potato farmers to plant fewer Russet Burbanks
Growers say they’re already responding to environmental concerns surrounding Russet Burbank variety
Norte Am. 28/03/2016
EEUU: Crops specialist receives grant to investigate potato bacteria
Take a look at the inside of this potato. Check out some of the empty spots in this field where crops should be. This is a big problem that the Maine potato industry is currently dealing with. It’s called dickeya.
Norte Am. 28/03/2016
EEUU: Potato group has new name
f you’re part of the U.S. potato industry, you’re familiar with the U.S. Potato Board. If you’re an American consumer, you’re familiar, at least indirectly, with the board’s work.
Norte Am. 28/03/2016
Gran Bretaña: POTATO MARKET SEES STRONG START TO THE NEW YEAR
Average weekly prices for potatoes have risen since the start of 2016.
Europa 28/03/2016