Europa: Growing potatoes is never a smooth ride!
In season 2023, potato growers in North-western Europe were confronted with difficult weather conditions, a high disease pressure, and rising costs.
Europa 16/02/2024
Gran Bretaña: UK farmers vow to mount more blockades over cheap post-Brexit imports
Inspired by French action, British campaigners say they will continue slow tractor protests after Dover roads were blocked.
Europa 16/02/2024
EEUU: Americans’ love for potatoes: More than just a side dish
In a revealing study commissioned by Potatoes USA, it has emerged that the humble potato is not just a staple in American diets but also a cultural cornerstone across various ethnic groups.
Norte Am. 16/02/2024
Brasil: Apesar do feriado de carnaval, preços se sustentam em função das chuvas
Na próxima semana preços podem recuar
Latam 11/02/2024
Paises Bajos: NAK: 2023 was een echt virusjaar
Het is weer tijd voor de jaarlijkse NAK telersvergaderingen. Op dinsdag 16 januari werden telers in Emmeloord op de hoogte gebracht van onderwerpen als virusdruk onder de aardappelen en de stand van zaken bij de NAK.
Europa 02/02/2024
Europa: EU faces pressure to defuse mounting anger as farmers protest across Europe
Already bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, Europe’s farmers are speaking out against policies they say are contradictory, unfair and leave them worried for the future.
Europa 02/02/2024
Canada: Prince Edward Island’s potato industry on the rise again
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is set to reclaim its standing as a premier provider of trusted seed, fresh, and processing potatoes in North America and beyond, according to the PEI Potato Board’s general manager.
Norte Am. 02/02/2024
Ucrania: Record-high potato prices in Ukraine: Causes, impacts, and industry outlook
In a remarkable development that’s catching the attention of potato industry professionals in Europe and beyond, Ukraine is witnessing a significant surge in wholesale potato prices.
Europa 02/02/2024