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Potatoes USA has opened nominations for new board members for the 2027 term. The board is seeking nominees to fill 55 open seats, with all terms beginning in March 2027. The Potatoes USA board is currently seeking qualified nominees to succeed outgoing members in several states.

World Potato Congress Inc. will host a webinar on May 15, 2026, on planning for the International Day of the Potato, featuring FAO’s Makiko Taguchi and potato expert Dr André Devaux.

El agro mexicano enfrenta una campaña de siembras con fuertes aumentos en fertilizantes y agroquímicos, menor rentabilidad y mayor dependencia de importaciones, en un contexto que amenaza con reducir la producción local y presionar la inflación alimentaria.

United States potato growers are facing continued pressure from rising production costs, labor expenses and oversupply in several sectors of the potato industry, according to the National Potato Council.

Chip potato movement remains slow and steady as the industry transitions from storage potatoes to new-crop potatoes.

The Little Potato Company launches a dedicated Foodservice Solutions division, offering versatile Little Potatoes, sous-vide options, and bulk packs to help operators boost efficiency, cut prep time, and ensure consistent quality across menus.

The visit by a delegation from Qinghai University and Yunnan Agricultural University is focused on academic exchange, technological advancement, and the development of joint projects.

PepsiCo y Yara Colombia impulsan un piloto con fertilizantes de baja huella de carbono en cultivos de papa para reducir emisiones, mejorar la productividad y optimizar el uso de recursos en la cadena de suministro.

Researchers at Michigan State University have developed five new potato varieties designed to strengthen the United States potato chip supply through improved disease resistance, storage performance and processing reliability.

AVR has named Farm Power Equipment Inc. its exclusive Ontario dealer, boosting local support, parts access & service for potato growers, effective immediately.

Groundbreaking took place for a 200,000 cwt (20M lb) potato storage site near Linton, North Dakota. Led by Troy Hansen, the project will support Jamestown processing and aims to be operational by Sept. 2026.

The goal is to accelerate the transition of the entire value chain toward more sustainable agricultural production models.

Rising wholesale prices, climate and phytosanitary challenges in the field, and a growing focus on irrigation, market intelligence, and sector coordination to sustain profitability.

CF Industries and PepsiCo partner to cut potato supply emissions using certified low-carbon UAN fertilizer, maintaining yields while reducing footprint, starting with U.S. Frito-Lay farms and scaling to other crops.

A 16-year study by Michigan State University finds heat is the main driver of Colorado potato beetle populations, with precipitation and soil conditions also influencing outbreaks, aiding better pest forecasting and crop protection.

The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) is pleased to announce the addition of two new members in the first quarter of 2026, further strengthening its commitment to advancing sustainability across the potato value chain.

Taiwan says imported processing potatoes must meet the same quarantine standards as domestic supply, with any tubers showing sprouting, rot or mold required to be removed and destroyed, according to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency.

Especialistas y colectivos proponen impulsar la cafeticultura regenerativa en la región de Xalapa como alternativa al cultivo de papa con agroquímicos, al que atribuyen contaminación de suelo y agua en al menos diez municipios