Potatoes

The Rwandan government is currently working on developing bio-fortified varieties of Irish potatoes with the aim of addressing malnutrition and stunting. These potatoes are an important component of Rwanda's crop intensification program and are being enriched with essential nutrients, particularly iron and zinc. Currently, 12 varieties are being developed. read more

Romagnoli F.lli, who in 2024 developed new agreements in the fruit and vegetable sector, presented at Marca 25 with the new line called Vita Armonia Gourmet, featuring new cultivars resulting from genetic innovation. Monique, the latest addition, has yellow skin and firm, intense yellow flesh. read more

Last week, Spanish potato prices at the auction in León increased significantly, by 14% to 25%, depending on the variety. The rise in prices is primarily attributed to the lower quality and shorter shelf life of imported potatoes, leading to higher demand for domestic ones. read more

Ze względu na niekorzystne warunki pogodowe, tegoroczny plon batatów w Karolinie Północnej znacząco spadł. Niektórzy plantatorzy doświadczają obniżki plonu o 30 procent, podczas gdy inni mają do czynienia z obniżkami nawet o 50 procent. W rezultacie krótkiego zapasu, plantatorzy i pakowacze mają być skupieni na. read more

You have an exciting task ahead of you that offers responsibility and creative freedom - in an industry that directly shapes the future of our food and agriculture. read more

The Expana Benchmark Price (EBP) for Dutch processing potatoes saw a significant increase in early January, rising by 59% compared to the previous month to €270/mt on January 14, 2025. This also represents a 20% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase. After a slow Christmas period, trade activity has rapidly picked up in the new year. read more

In Costa Rica, the cost of essential vegetables such as tomatoes and potatoes has seen a sharp increase, impacting consumer budgets. At local farmer's markets, the price for a kilogram of tomatoes reached ₡3,000 ($5.50) between January 10th and 12th, with supermarkets pricing them even higher. read more

Authorities in Turkey have taken action against a plant disease detected in a shipment of potatoes, resulting in the destruction of approximately 400 tons at a port in the southern city of Mersin. The shipment, which was initially exported to Tunisia, was sent back to Turkey, where it was found to be contaminated. read more

Romagnoli F.lli, which in 2024 developed new agreements in the private label sector with large-scale retail distribution, will be present at Marca Fresh 2025 (pavilion 29, stand B75) to showcase the latest innovations. Among these is the new variety of potatoes Monique, which will make its official debut in the first range Vita-Armonia Gourmet. read more

While it may seem challenging to introduce innovations to the potato sector, Matteo Freddi of "Freddi 1926 srl" is banking on something new at the Marca trade fair (Bologna, January 15-16, 2025). "We have directed our focus towards low-calorie varieties that are ideal for meeting the demands of modern consumers. read more

The price of waxy potatoes in a 2.5 kg bag drops from 1.99 euros to 1.39 euros (unit price: 0.56 euros per kilogram). This is a decrease of 30%. Similarly, the price of predominantly waxy potatoes in a 2.5 kg bag decreases from 1.99 euros to 1.39 euros (unit price: 0.56 euros per kilogram). read more

Using AI, they paired drone images of potato fields with DNA data of bacteria and fungi present on potato plants. "We are at the beginning of a new path to improve agriculture through the use of microbiology and AI," the researcher said. read more

The reed glass-winged planthopper has been spreading rapidly in numerous cultivation areas for several years, attacking potatoes, beets, and other vegetable crops. At the same time, its host range is expanding continuously, posing a threat to potato cultivation. This species of planthopper can carry two pathogens read more

"In the bowls there are truly only fresh potatoes," emphasizes marketing manager Laury Foiselle. "We have not added any oil, salt, additives, or preservatives," she adds. "We have simply pre-cooked them gently with steam to save consumers time." read more