Potatoes

Fall produce programs are currently in progress, and although North Carolina is still shipping some sweet potatoes from 2023, the digging has already started for the 2024 crop. "Although most of North Carolina is lagging behind, it depends on the geography," says Matt Solana, VP of operations/supply chain at Jackson Farming Company. read more

Since Pakistan's establishment in 1947, where potato cultivation was confined to a minimal area with an annual production below 30,000 tonnes, the crop has witnessed a remarkable transformation. The period between 1995 and 2007 saw a dramatic increase in both the area under cultivation and the production of potatoes. read more

Idaho, together with federal representatives, held discussions with Japanese officials in Idaho Falls regarding the export of fresh potatoes from the Gem State. Despite continuous efforts to enter the Japanese market with fresh Idaho potatoes, Japan has not yet granted access, which is a situation. read more

On September 18, 2024, at the Mazurkas Conference Center in Ożarów Mazowiecki, the Fresh Market 2024 took place – the largest B2B meeting in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe dedicated to the fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers industry. The event brought together key producers, suppliers, and buyers from major retail chains in Poland and neighboring countries. read more

The sprouting of potatoes during storage leads to quality losses and consequently to economic losses for agriculture. Predicting the sprouting time after the dormancy period could enable better storage management and reduce losses. Agroscope has a read more

Egypt is currently the top exporter of sweet potatoes to Poland and is expected to maintain this position in the future, as stated in a recent report by EastFruit. read more

1,500 square meters dedicated mainly to fourth-range potatoes, carrots, and pumpkins for the Horeca channel, a growing sector with interesting possibilities for future development: this is where the new chapter of the story of Patfrut begins, a cooperative of the Naturitalia group that opened today. read more

Irish potato industry is currently dealing with the consequences of unusually warm weather, as outlined in a recent report from the Irish Farmers Association (IFA). This abnormal climate has resulted in a decrease in potato consumption in Ireland, raising concerns about the sector. read more

The domestic market for table potatoes is experiencing extreme fluctuations. In recent weeks, high daytime temperatures and dry soils have made harvesting more challenging. However, agriculture is now facing the challenge of dealing with record rainfall and flooding in many areas. In eastern Austria, heavy rainfalls have been reported. read more

Egypt has solidified its position as the leading supplier of sweet potatoes to Poland in 2023, with a significant increase in exports. In the previous year, Egyptian exports of sweet potatoes to Poland reached 2.8 thousand tons, representing a 33% increase compared to 2022. Additionally, the first read more

Approximately 1500 square meters, mainly dedicated to potatoes, carrots, and fourth range pumpkins destined for the HoReCa channel. Patfrut, a cooperative of the Naturitalia group, has inaugurated in Medicina (Bo) the new plant specialized in processing vegetables from its members. read more

A new project led by Washington State University aims to assist potato growers in protecting both domestic and international markets, as well as ensuring the production of high-quality potatoes for consumers worldwide. This initiative is funded by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI). read more

Wonder Veggies is a popular term used to refer to a variety of vegetables that are known for their exceptional health benefits and nutritional value. These vegetables are often praised for their high levels of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other important nutrients that can help support overall health and well-being. Some examples of Wonder Veggies include kale, broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, and carrots. Incorporating these vegetables into your diet can help boost your immune system, improve digestion, and promote heart health. read more

Victoria Stamper, general manager of the United Potato Growers of Canada, has addressed concerns raised by US senators about the entry of PEI table stock potatoes into the USA. The bipartisan letter emphasized ongoing problems related to potato wart and called for strict measures to be implemented. read more

Egypr has risen to the top of the list of sweet potato suppliers to Poland in 2023, with strong prospects to further solidify its market position this year, according to EastFruit. Last year, Egyptian exporters directly sold 2.8 thousand tons of sweet potatoes to Poland, surpassing the 2022. read more

Ze względu na suszę i abnormalne upały na Ukrainie, ziemniaki i inne uprawy doświadczały poważnych szkód. Państwowa Stacja Badawcza Rolnictwa w obwodzie Wołyń informuje, że wysokie temperatury i brak wilgoci spowodowały termiczne uszkodzenia ziemniaków, co może skutkować gniciem i wpłynąć na ich. read more

The Central Statistics Office (CSO) reported that the national average prices for potatoes in Ireland increased in the month of August. The cost of a 2.5kg bag of potatoes rose by 59 cents, reaching €4.06 compared to the same period in the previous year. read more

In Nigeria, the prices of essential food items like yam, Irish potatoes, and vegetable oil have contributed to a decrease in the food inflation rate to 37.52 percent in August 2024, down from 39.53 percent in July, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics. This represents a month-on-month decline. read more

The Ukrainian agricultural company "PAEK" in Mykolaiv, which cultivates vegetables on 2,000 hectares during two growing seasons, has constructed a storage facility with a capacity of 12,000 tons. This facility will be used to store crops such as onions, beets, carrots, potatoes, and pumpkins. The project was completed in less than a year. read more

Bako Sweet is excited to announce a promising sweet potato crop for 2024, which has thrived despite challenges from extreme summer heat. The ongoing harvest has yielded high-quality sweet potatoes in a range of colors, including orange. read more