INDUSTRY DIRECTORY
July 31, 2023
Articles
United Potato Growers Of Canada

Canadian Planted Potato Acreage Up In 2023

Statistics Canada released its first estimate of potato acreage in Canada as a result of data obtained from its survey of potato growers in Canada. The 2023 potato acreage is estimated at 396,922 acres. This is a 2.5 percent increase over 2023 - 9,819 acr
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July 31, 2023
Articles
John O'Connell, University of Idaho

U Of I Grad Student Exploring Quicker Alternative To Seed Potato Winter Grow Out

Moscow, Idaho — University of Idaho doctoral student Lisa Tran’s dissertation has the potential to transform how Idaho’s seed potato certification authority does business.
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July 30, 2023
Articles

2022 Summary Of U.S. Agricultural Confined Space-Related Injuries And Fatalities

Purdue University has released its latest findings on ag confined space- (read: grain silos/bins, etc.) related injuries and fatalities.
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July 30, 2023
Articles

NEPG’s Potato Acreage Increasing By Between 2-3 Percent, But Many Questions Remain About Future Production

In a preliminary estimation, the North-Western European Potato Growers (NEPG) says that the area of ware potatoes has increased by 2 to 3 percent. This is slightly higher than the last highest area in 2020, when it was 522.000 ha for the UE-4.
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July 29, 2023
Articles

Gripple Celebrates One Billionth Fastener

Gripple, the Sheffield-based manufacturer of wire joiners and tensioners for agriculture and suspension solutions for construction and the solar industry, is celebrating an incredible milestone – producing its one billionth fastener.
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July 29, 2023
Articles
Kathryn Markham, USDA ARS Office of Communications

Fighting Aphid-Borne Disease In Crops

The infamous spike protein doesn’t just help spread viruses – it can also be weaponized to stop them.
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July 29, 2023
Articles

HGS Bioscience Opens Major R&D Facility In Mississippi

HGS BioScience, a global leader in soil health and pioneer in extracted humate products, has unveiled its new, state-of-the-art research and development facility. This advanced facility has been meticulously designed to expedite technological innovation a
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July 28, 2023
Articles

Groundbreaking Initiative Sets Manitoba On Path To Become Global Potato Industry Leader: Industry partnerships help UM establish new Research Chair in Potato Sustainability

The humble potato is one of the most important food crops in the world, a common and timeless staple in meals for more than a billion people worldwide, and the University of Manitoba is leading the way globally in the future of potato production and proce
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July 28, 2023
Articles

University Of Idaho Spore Data

Find attached the spore data for week 4 (July17-23). The information comes from University of Idaho researchers.
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July 28, 2023
Articles

U.S. Specialty Crop Coalition Applauds Introduction Of Bipartisan Legislation Addressing Farm Bill Priorities

Washington, D.C. – The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA), a national coalition of more than 200 specialty crop organizations representing growers of fruits, vegetables, dried fruit, tree nuts, nursery plants and other products, this week endorsed
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July 27, 2023
Articles

NASS 2022 Agricultural Chemical Use Survey - Potatoes

The 2022 Agricultural Chemical Use Survey of potato producers collected data about fertilizer and pesticide use as well as pest management practices in growing potatoes.
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July 27, 2023
Articles

Brown Pushing To Protect American Farmland From Foreign Investors In National Defense Bill: Bipartisan PASS Act would prevent foreign adversaries like China and Russia from buying U.S. agricultural land and businesses

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced his support for including bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing investors in China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from acquiring farmland in Ohio and around the U.S., in the National Defen
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July 27, 2023
Articles

Simplot’s Free Fry Day Brings Fun, Food And Philanthropy

The J.R. Simplot Company welcomed the community to enjoy the company’s 5th annual Free Fry Day on “Fry”day, July 7, in Boise, Idaho. Simplot celebrated Free Fry Day a week ahead of National French Fry Day because “we love fries that much and couldn’t wait
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July 26, 2023
Articles

Leading Potato Processing Equipment Manufacturer Announces Director Change: Idaho Steel welcomes Rick Garrett as director of sales and marketing

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Steel has announced the newest addition to its team, Rick Garrett, who assumed the position of Director of Sales and Marketing on Monday, June 15.
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July 26, 2023
Articles

USDA Introduces Geospatial Data Product To Show Crop Rotation Patterns

Washington – The U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled a geospatial product called Crop Sequence Boundaries (CSB) that offers public access to national-scale visual crop rotation data for the first time.
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July 25, 2023
Articles

NPC Endorses Congressional Resolution Supporting Checkoff Programs: Resolution in response to bill intended to undermine ag commodity boards

On July 13, the National Potato Council welcomed introduction of a bipartisan congressional resolution recognizing the importance of commodity checkoff programs, such as the National Potato Promotion Board (also known as Potatoes USA).
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July 25, 2023
Articles

NPC Hosts Annual Agency Farm Tour In Washington State: Tour designed to strengthen the relationship between agency staff, U.S. industry

Last week the National Potato Council partnered with the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) to host its annual Agency Farm Tour in Washington’s Columbia Basin for USDA and EPA staff.
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July 24, 2023
Articles
Michigan Potato Industry Commission

Late Blight Reported In Ontario Near Lake Huron

Late blight was reported in potatoes in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada on July 18. Genotype testing is in progress by North Carolina State University. No other reports of late blight have been received at this time.
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July 24, 2023
New Products

CLAAS Introduces Two New Tractor Lines, Expands Options On A Third: Tractor focus squarely on North American farmers

Omaha, NE — CLAAS has introduced its latest tractor lines: the XERION 12.650 and 12.590, the ARION 660, 650 and 630, as well as row-crop friendly options on the AXION 960 TT and 930 TT.
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July 23, 2023
Articles

Colorado Potato Beetle Confirmed In Hampshire, United Kingdom: Public asked to remain vigilant after the APHA confirmed the finding of a single adult Colorado potato beetle in Hampshire

A single adult beetle identified in Hampshire was today (Friday 14 July) confirmed by Defra and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) as Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata).
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July 23, 2023
Articles

Economic Consequences Of Abandoning The Use Of Chemical Plant Protection Products: Expert opinion commissioned by the German Farmers' Association

With the draft regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products (SUR - Sustainable Use Regulation), the EU Commission is planning a total ban on the use of chemical plant protection products in so-called sensitive areas.
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July 22, 2023
Articles

Northland Potato Growers Association Field Day

Scheduled for Aug. 24, the NPGA Field Day offers a full day of viewing potato research.
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July 22, 2023
Articles

UPL Partners With Biome Makers To Improve Soil Health, Agricultural Sustainability

Cary, NC - UPL Ltd., a global leader in sustainable agriculture solutions, has announced a partnership with Biome Makers, a globally recognized agtech leader, to deepen understanding of the positive impact of UPL’s natural biosolution inputs on soil healt
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July 21, 2023
Articles

USDA Launches Historic Partnership With Bipartisan State Attorneys General To Help Reduce Anticompetitive Barriers Across Food, Agriculture Supply Chains

Washington – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today launched a partnership between USDA and bipartisan attorneys general in 31 states and the District of Columbia to enhance competition and protect consumers in food and agricultural markets, includin
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July 21, 2023
New Products

New Homogeneous Granular Fertilizer, BLUE, Improves Crop Performance, Profitability and Sustainability

Reading, PA - Timac Agro USA, a global innovator in crop nutrition and Rainbow Plant Food, a legacy brand, have collaborated to bring a new generation of fertilizer efficiency tools to the agricultural market.
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July 20, 2023
Articles

A Hole In One For Potato Grower Golf Tournament

A full field of golfers and fairly decent weather conditions along with an excellent golf course at the Idaho Falls Country Club made for an ideal 33rd annual Potato Grower Magazine Golf Tournament earlier this week.
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July 20, 2023
Articles

Washington State University Researchers Develops A Potato Decision Aid System For Growers

Washington State University (WSU) recently rolled out its Potato Decision Aid System (DAS), an internet-based potato pest management guide that will provide growers with pest insect and disease density maps, weather forecasts by location and informative a
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July 19, 2023
New Products

Case IH WD5 Series Windrowers Now Support Honey Bee WSC Draper Heads

For small grain and canola producers, consistency and efficiency are keys to a successful harvest. To help growers achieve reliable results, Case IH announces a collaboration with Honey Bee Manufacturing to allow WSC draper heads to connect to Case IH WD5
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July 19, 2023
Articles

Research Shows Shift Away From Online Grocery Shopping

Palo Alto, Calif. – SymphonyAI Retail CPG, a SymphonyAI division, released global shopper research that highlights a stark and rapid decline in online grocery shopping behavior, making business agility more imperative than ever.
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July 18, 2023
Articles

Paving Ways To A Robust And Vibrant Potato Seed Sector In Tanzania

Tanzania and the Netherlands have agreed to collaborate on developing a joint roadmap for the thriving potato seed ecosystem. The decision was made during a workshop attended by public and private stakeholders interested in horticulture and the potato sec
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July 18, 2023
Articles

New Grant Allows U Of I Ag Economists To Develop Strategies, Tools To Help Producers Better Manage Market Risks

Moscow, Idaho — University of Idaho agricultural economist Xiaoli Etienne has been shocked by the number of large-scale grain farmers throughout the region who acknowledge having no formal plan for managing risk and marketing their commodities.
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July 17, 2023
Articles

Can-Am Marks 50 Years Of Innovation, Rebellion, Legendary Performance

Valcourt, Quebec – BRP Inc. is proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Can-Am brand. What started off as one championship-winning motocross motorcycle in the early 1970s, immediately reigning over motocross and endurance racing, has evolved 50 year
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July 17, 2023
Articles

United Potato Growers Of Canada Crop Update – July

The potato crop in Canada is in varying stages—from emergence to touching between rows. Potato growers everywhere are optimistic for the good growing conditions needed to move this crop in its early life stages.
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July 16, 2023
Herbicide
Jessica Stanley, University of Adelaide

Failed Antibiotic Now A Game Changing Weed Killer For Farmers

Weed killers of the future could soon be based on failed antibiotics.
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July 15, 2023
Articles

The Ohio State University To Establish Trimble Technology Labs For Agriculture And Construction: First Trimble Technology Labs to include agriculture technology

Westminster, Colo. and Columbus, Ohio -- Trimble announced that the Ohio State University will establish two state-of-the-art Trimble Technology Labs for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). The multidisciplinary labs wil
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July 15, 2023
Articles

Rogers City, Mich., Variety Plot Tour

The potato variety plot tour in Michigan is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 21, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
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July 14, 2023
Articles

EUROPLANT Launches New Logo: Well positioned for the future

Lüneburg, Germany - EUROPLANT Pflanzenzucht GmbH presents itself with a new, modern brand image. A new logo, new colours and new fonts create a contemporary corporate identity.
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July 14, 2023
Articles

Study Proves Drastic Effects Of EU Plans To Reduce Pesticides

The European Union Commission's proposed regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products (SUR) would make classic arable farming, fruit growing, vegetable growing, and viticulture in protected areas impossible and would be accompanied by ma
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July 13, 2023
Articles

Potatoes USA Appoints 2023-24 Industry Outreach Committee Co-Chairs

Denver – Ed Staunton of Tulelake, California, and Dennis Wright of Kennewick, Washington, were elected to the Potatoes USA Executive Committee on March 15, at the organization’s annual meeting.
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July 13, 2023
Articles

Peter Imle New NPGA Chairman; Cole Vculek, Tom Nilson Join The Board Of Directors

Northland Potato Growers Association has announced the appointment of the 2023-24 executive committee along with two new board members.
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July 12, 2023
Articles

Sentera Extends Analytics With Crop Damage Insights: New products deliver visibility into the impact of weather events on crops

St. Paul, Minn. – Sentera, the industry-leading provider of ag analytics, announced the launch of its Crop Damage analytics to empower researchers, product developers, retail ag advisors, and crop insurance professionals to make critical decisions about m
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July 12, 2023
Articles

AgWest Farm Credit Offers $15,000 Grants To New Producers

Spokane, Washington – AgWest Farm Credit, a cooperative lending association focused exclusively on financing the agricultural industry, recently announced a new grant program that provides start-up funds to individuals just beginning their agricultural bu
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July 11, 2023
Articles
Preet Lidder & Mona Chaya

Canadian Potato Storage Holdings (All Sectors) June, 2023

As of June 1, 2023, total Canadian Potato Storage Holdings are reported to be down 3.3 percent over 2022 numbers for the same period, and higher than the 3-year average.
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July 11, 2023
Articles

Idaho Spore Trap Report For Week 1

Please find attached the spore report and trap location maps for spore trapping in 2023.
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July 10, 2023
Articles
Kay Ledbetter

Potato Breeding Field Day Set July 18 Near Springlake: Texas A&M AgriLife field day to feature 134 potato varieties

The annual Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program Field Day, hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Bruce Barrett Farms, will be July 18.
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July 10, 2023
Articles
Sean Ellis, Idaho Farm Bureau Federation

Idaho Potato Acres Up 12 Percent Over Last Year

Pocatello, Idaho – Idaho’s 2023 potato crop will likely be much bigger than its 2022 crop.
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July 08, 2023
Articles

Idaho Has Eight Open Position To Fill On The Potatoes USA Board: Nomination meeting will be held July 10 at 1 p.m. in Pocatello

Idaho Falls, Idaho On July 10 at 1 p.m. there will be a nominations meeting for Idaho delegates to serve on the Potatoes USA Board. This year Idaho has eight open positions to fill.
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July 07, 2023
Articles
European Food Safety Authority

Glyphosate: No Critical Areas Of Concern; Data Gaps Identified

The assessment of the impact of glyphosate on the health of humans, animals and the environment did not identify critical areas of concern. Some data gaps are reported in European Food Safety Authority’s conclusions - as issues that could not be finalised
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July 07, 2023
Articles

Potato Growers Of Alberta Announce Release Of Economic Impact Report

Potato Growers of Alberta (PGA) announced the release of its landmark study on the economic impact the potato industry in Alberta. The report, entitled The Alberta Potato Industry – Growing Success in 2022 outlines the significant growth of Alberta’s pota
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July 06, 2023
Articles

NFU Releases 2023 Farmer’s Share Of Fourth Of July Food Dollar

Washington – The National Farmers Union (NFU) released the 2023 numbers of the Farmer’s Share of the food dollar for several items typically served at a Fourth of July cookout.
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July 06, 2023
Articles

Idaho Fresh Potato Packing Costs 2020 - 2023

The Idaho Grower Shippers Association (www.idahoshippers.org/) has released its latest findings on costs related to potato packers in Idaho.
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July 05, 2023
Articles
Seth Mendelson, The Produce News

Fresh View: Saving The Farm — State By State

In April, New York state hit a big number in its increasing effort to protect dwindling farmland.
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July 04, 2023
Articles

CropLife Canada Statement On Government Of Canada's Pesticide Announcement

The Government of Canada recently made a series of announcements related to the regulation and use of pesticides in Canada. Unfortunately, the government missed a critical opportunity to stand firmly behind Canada’s world-class approach to pesticide regul
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July 04, 2023
Articles

Supply Chain Innovation: Agri-Tech Innovator’s Potato Disease Detection System Enters Advanced Testing Phases

Root crop disease and defect monitoring system TuberSense – under development by innovative agri-tech business B-hive Innovations - has entered its next project phase to revolutionise how technology can anticipate issues in tubers before the crop loses it
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July 03, 2023
Articles
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Beyond Insecticide: How Wireworm Behaviour Gives Clues To Managing Their Population

Wireworms are a common potato plant predator, living in soil and feeding on roots. They are notoriously difficult to control, and populations are increasing in farm fields across Canada causing major economic losses to farmers each year.
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July 03, 2023
Articles

NPC 2023 Annual Potato Yearbook Now Available

The 2023 edition of the Annual Potato Yearbook is now available, highlighting progress on NPC’s national legislative, regulatory, and marketing priorities. The Yearbook also features updated U.S. and world potato production and consumption stats, grower a
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July 01, 2023
Articles

U.S. Restaurant Industry Holds Steady With May Traffic

Chicago – Quick service restaurants (QSRs) have historically represented the majority share of U.S. restaurant industry traffic, which means as quick service goes, so goes the industry.
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