There is currently no risk of seed shortages, but this is not a year of abundance either. Seed companies recommend placing orders as soon as possible to avoid problems with distribution.
The price of potatoes will now be established more objectively. The Competition Authority (ABC) has in fact looked into the way in which the price of potatoes was determined by the sector federation Belgapom.
One hundred small producers from the Cayambe canton received technological packages for potato production, thanks to the coordinated work between the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) and private companies.
Mario Raiteri, consejero de Coninagro y vicepresidente de la Fenapp, dijo que pierden US$1500 por hectárea por la diferencia entre costos e ingresos; la actividad enfrenta serias dificultades para afrontar la próxima siembra
La rentabilidad parcial de la cosecha es casi un 40% negativa
Poland has emerged as one of the top 10 largest potato producers in the world, surpassing the Netherlands, according to the latest data released on January 28, 2025.
The NBR has allowed potato imports through nine more customs stations along with four existing ones
A recent study reveals that crop rotation between aromatic rice and potatoes not only improves rice yield but also enhances its aroma. This technique, tested in China, could revolutionise sustainable agriculture.
