Cornell University

Descripción de la compañía

Cornell University is a private University located in New York State.

The University has several research programs related to potatoes, in particular regarding potato diseases and variety development.

Tipos de productos que ofrece esta empresa

- Investigación y Desarrollo

Noticias de esta Compañia

Adult Colorado potato beetles feeding on a potato leaf — the destructive pest targeted by the new RNA-based bioinsecticide Calantha, offering a sustainable breakthrough in crop protection.

Noviembre 03, 2025

RNA-Based Bioinsecticide ‘Calantha’ Offers Sustainable Solution Against Colorado Potato Beetles

Calantha, a new RNA-based sprayable pesticide, effectively kills Colorado potato beetles while sparing beneficial insects. Most effective on small larvae, it offers a sustainable, targeted solution to combat resistant crop pests.

Octubre 28, 2025

Scientists Decode Sweetpotato Genome, Unlocking Drought Tolerance, Nutrition, and Crop Resilience

Scientists have decoded the sweetpotato’s complex hexaploid genome, revealing its mixed ancestry and resilience traits. This breakthrough offers powerful tools for breeders to boost yield, nutrition, and climate resistance, securing food futures.

Potatoes from trial plots are harvested and sorted for detailed analysis of performance, quality, and storage traits.

Septiembre 28, 2025

Cornell Celebrates 160 Years of Potato Breeding Research Driving Innovation and U.S. Potato Industry Growth

Cornell marks 160 years of potato breeding, creating 50+ varieties—including top U.S. chip potatoes and nematode-resistant strains. Farmer partnerships and USDA support drive innovation, boosting sustainability and the USD 100B U.S. potato industry.

Julio Kalazich is Director of the World Potato Congress Inc. and a Professor at Universidad de Los Lagos in Chile

Junio 30, 2025

World Potato Congress welcomes incoming Director Julio Kalazich and International Advisors Krista Shaw, Berta Redondo, Dinah Borus

The WPC congratulates Julio Kalazich, as he makes the transition from WPC International Advisor to WPC Director. New International Advisors are welcomed to the World Potato Congress Inc.