INDUSTRY DIRECTORY
August 31, 2021
New Products

I-Feeder Improves Production with Precision Chemigation

I-Feeder Technologies has grown to fill the need for both software and hardware in an integrated precision application.
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August 31, 2021
Articles
Nicholas Snider

Idaho Potato Yield Expected to Be Down

This summer's record heat has the industry concerned about the final numbers.
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August 27, 2021
Articles
Ann Bailey

Heat, Drought Stress RRV Potato Crop

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August 23, 2021
New Products

Loftness Introduces 8-Ton Fertilizer Spreader

Loftness has added the F810 to its FertiLogix line of fertilizer spreaders. This new 8-ton spreader comes standard with variable-rate capabilities and offers multiple wheel and tire options to meet a wide range of needs.
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August 23, 2021
Fertilizer

Hamlin to Retire from Irrigation Association

During her 15 years as CEO, she led the association through numerous milestones.
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August 23, 2021
Articles, Irrigation

Survey Reveals Severity of Drought

Farm Bureau survey assesses how farmers and ranchers are dealing with drought
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August 20, 2021
Articles

MSU Grad Student Awarded Potato LEAF Scholarship

As a Ph.D. candidate and graduate research assistant, Thilani Jayakody’s research involves connecting genome editing to the applied goals of Michigan State’s breeding program.
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August 20, 2021
Articles

U.S. Potato Exports Recover in 2020-21 Marketing Year

Total U.S. potato exports increased by 4 percent in volume and 1 percent in value for July 2020 to June 2021 compared to the previous marketing year
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August 19, 2021
Articles

Syngenta Names Scholarship Winners

Six students each receive a $2,500 award, plus a $500 donation to the charity of their choice.
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August 19, 2021
Articles

Shifting the Dialogue on High-Quality Carbs

For decades, people have often associated higher intakes of carbohydrate-containing foods with less healthy lifestyles. Yet evidence suggests this perspective is overly simplistic.
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August 18, 2021
Articles

Can Chinese Diners Embrace Potatoes?

A switch to potatoes in a country where rice is prominent could cut greenhouse-gas emissions.
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August 18, 2021
Articles, New Products

CropX Acquires Dacom Farm Intelligence

Strengthens comprehensive farm management platform and further establishes global footprint
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August 18, 2021
New Products

Precision Ag Line Program to Streamline AGCO Support Systems

AGCO has announced the pilot of its Precision Ag Line (PAL) program, a tool designed to streamline support services for farming customers using AGCO solutions with mixed-fleet operations.
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August 18, 2021
Articles, New Products, Potato Equipment

New Product: Fendt Rogator 900 Series Applicator

Unique, adjustable-clearance applicator available to order in October
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August 18, 2021
Articles, Fertilizer

Vive Wins “Crop Protection Solution of the Year” Award

Annual awards program recognizes innovation in agricultural technologies around the globe
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August 18, 2021
Articles

UMaine Research Hub to Focus on PVY

Greater understanding of the biology of one of the most destructive plant viruses will be the focus of a research hub that is part of a new $6.1 million institute focused on virology and host-virus dynamics.
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August 17, 2021
Articles
Alison Bosman

Discovery of Enzyme Could Help Prevent Late Blight Damage

Researchers have found a new enzyme in P. infestans that enables the microorganism to break down plant cell walls. They have also found the gene that codes for production of the enzyme, and found that disabling this gene rendered the pathogen unable to in
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August 17, 2021
Articles

Idaho Fields Released from PCN Regulation

On July 13, APHIS released two pale cyst nematode-associated fields, which have a combined area of approximately 271 acres, from regulation in Bingham County, Idaho.
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August 17, 2021
Articles

Past Year Shows Strong Retail Potato Sales

From July 2020 to June 2021, potato sales increased in dollars by 3 percent but declined slightly in volume by 0.3 percent compared to the previous marketing year.
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August 17, 2021
Articles, Fungicide, Herbicide, New Products

Keys to Maximizing Metam Effectiveness

Proper soil preparation, soil moisture and application technology helps growers make the most of their fumigation investment.
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August 17, 2021
Articles

Drexel Adds Midwest Sales Rep

Drexel Chemical Company announces the addition of Hayden Becknell as its Midwest sales representative, responsible for sales in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska.
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August 17, 2021
Irrigation, New Products

New Product: Senninger LDN Wide Spray Bubbler

With this new bubbler sprinkler, Senninger expands its proven LDN platform to provide the low-pressure, water-saving efficiencies of LEPA application while achieving total coverage.
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August 16, 2021
Articles, Event Calendar

McCain to Hire 100 at Wisconsin Facility

Due to increased demand at plant, jobs will be offered on the spot at open hiring events tomorrow and in September
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August 16, 2021
Articles
Michael Abeyta

Rockey Farms Works to Improve Soil

Colorado brothers Brendon and Sheldon Rockey rely heavily on practices like predator insects, compost and companion crops to improve the health of the land they farm
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August 16, 2021
Articles

Vilsack: Farmers Need More Help to Endure Drought

Minnesota farmers told the U.S. secretary of agriculture that they were struggling amid widespread drought conditions and asked for help from the federal government to stay in business.
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August 16, 2021
Articles

Researchers Identify Low-GI Potato Varieties

A team of researchers at Montana State University and North Dakota State University recently reported on results of a study into potato varieties thought to have a low glycemic index.
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August 16, 2021
Articles
Matt McIntosh

Discovering the Benefits of Cover Crops

Input savings, soil health among the many benefits of cover crops
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August 16, 2021
Articles, Fungicide

Managing White Mold

White mold, also called Sclerotinia stem rot, is a destructive disease that can hinder the potato production process.
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August 16, 2021
Articles

Yellow Potato Sales, Profits Up

Yellow-fleshed potatoes continue to rise above russets, reds and whites in the critical metric of retailer volume sales.
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August 12, 2021
Articles
Rod Wieber, Executive Director, Feeding the Northwest

A Generous Helping

The generosity of Idaho’s potato industry continues to help those in need
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August 11, 2021
Articles
Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato Council

Keeping the Tax Man at Bay

Fighting to protect America’s family farms from government overreach
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August 10, 2021
Articles, Irrigation, New Products
Katie Englin

Go with the Flow

Smart reasons to use irrigation water flow meters
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August 10, 2021
Articles, Between the Rows
Tyrell Marchant, Editor

Between the Rows: Embrace the Battle

Taking it on the chin and coming back for more
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August 09, 2021
50 for 50, Articles

50 for 50: Joseph J. Pavek

Joseph J. Pavek began his potato career in Aberdeen, Idaho, in the mid-1950s. At the pinnacle of his career, Pavek’s program was a world-renowned gene pool for superior potato germplasm.
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August 09, 2021
Articles, Potato Equipment

Automatic Transmission

The continued spread of automatic solutions in agriculture
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August 09, 2021
Articles
Tyrell Marchant, Editor

An Authentic Experience

Teton Valley Brands wants to show snackers “the real Idaho”
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August 08, 2021
New Products, Potato Equipment

Bagging, Packing & Shipping Equipment Buyers' Guide

Time to get those beautiful spuds shipped off to hungry consumers. Our buyers' guide is here to help.
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August 07, 2021
Articles, New Products, Potato Equipment

Built to Stand the Test of Time

Trinity trailers are made for the modern potato grower.
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August 06, 2021
Articles, Fertilizer
Linda Schott

Load of !*#?@/!

What do you think about manure usage in cropping systems?
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August 06, 2021
Articles

Side Delights Offers Cooler Summer Cooking Options

Taking into consideration the record-breaking heat in some parts of the U.S., Side Delights is offering summer solutions for shoppers to help keep kitchens cool and recipes fresh.
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August 06, 2021
Articles
Buzz Shahan, Chief Operating Officer, United Potato Growers of America

The Case for IT

Information is a tool that potato marketers should not under-utilize.
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August 05, 2021
Articles
Tom Karst

Wisconsin Potato Outlook Strong

Acreage won’t be much changed from a year ago, and the crop outlook is generally favorable, though weather factors could influence the outcome of the crop through the end of harvest.
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August 04, 2021
Articles

Alsum Farms Kicks Off Wisconsin Red Potato Harvest

Harvest is underway at Alsum Farms in Grand Marsh, Wis., with the first potato loads being washed, graded and packed for fresh market delivery.
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August 04, 2021
Articles, Grower of the Month
Tyrell Marchant, Editor

Doing the Most Good: IGSA 2021 Russet Aristocrat Dave Kingston

IGSA 2021 Russet Aristocrat Dave Kingston
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August 03, 2021
Articles

Little Potato Company Partners with World Potato Congress

The World Potato Congress Inc. announces The Little Potato Company as its newest Silver Sustaining Partner.
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August 03, 2021
Articles, Fertilizer

Vive, Helena Announce Distribution Agreement

Vive Crop Protection recently added Helena Agri-Enterprises to its distribution network as part of Vive’s growth strategy throughout the U.S.
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August 03, 2021
New Products

New Product: EarthScout Sensing Technology

EarthScout currently offers 19 unique and highly durable sensors for outdoor field and indoor greenhouse use that monitor soil moisture, temperature and salinity as well as air temperature, humidity, solar radiation and more.
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August 03, 2021
Articles
Cody MacKay

P.E.I. Sees 'Best Potato-Growing Conditions in Years'

It's largely the result of prime growing conditions — steady rain and favorable temperatures — and farmers are hoping this keeps up through harvest.
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August 03, 2021
50 for 50, Articles, Grower of the Month

50 for 50: Larry Alsum

For nearly 50 years, Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc., has been an innovative grower, packer and shipper of locally grown potatoes, onions and provider of fresh, quality produce.
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August 02, 2021
Articles, Event Calendar

Potato Expo Accepting Proposals for Potato Talks

Potato Talks, which take place on the Expo Stage at Potato Expo, is accepting proposals for the Potato Expo 2022 being held Jan. 5-6 in Anaheim, Calif.
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August 02, 2021
Articles
Tom Karst

Wisconsin Sees Slight Dip in Potato Acreage

Wisconsin harvested potato acreage will be down 5 percent for 2021, according to USDA estimates.
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August 02, 2021
Articles
Vivian Atakos & Marc Ghislain, International Potato Center

GMO Potato Helps Ugandan Farmers Fight Late Blight

Smallholder farmers are excited about the 3R potato, an improved version of the popular Victoria variety.
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