Solar-powered irrigation systems: the future of sustainable agriculture
The agricultural sector is undergoing a major transformation with the rise of solar-powered irrigation systems (SPIS).
Europa 26/01/2025
Rusia: Increasing yields with polymer drip irrigation systems: a game-changer for agriculture
As the agricultural sector looks for innovative solutions to meet the growing demand for food, polymer drip irrigation systems have emerged as a revolutionary technology. Research conducted by SIBUR, in collaboration with leading Russian agricultural
Europa 26/01/2025
Alemania: Researchers develop instructions for the potato of the future
The hybrid potato is intended to make the Germans’ favorite filling side dish fit for disease and the changing climate.
Europa 26/01/2025
Bangladesh: High prices drive potato cultivation spree, now farmers worry about returns
The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) reports that potatoes were grown on 4.57 lakh hectares in 2024, reflecting a 13% increase in cultivation this year
Asia 25/01/2025
Interpom: New technologies can make potato cultivation more sustainable
Sustainability starts with good cultivation techniques and optimal soil management. New technologies offer many possibilities.
Europa 25/01/2025
Scotland wants to expand seed potato exports, negotiates return to EU market
Scottish seed potato exports will exceed 92,000 tonnes in 2023/24.
Europa 25/01/2025
Bélgica: Belgapom price remains unchanged
Belgapom reports on January 24 a price of 250 euros/ton (excluding VAT) for the Fontane and Challenger varieties. That is the same price as last week.
Europa 25/01/2025
Kenyan potato sector struggles with seed potato quality and financing problems
In Kenya, the potato sector is struggling with an inadequate supply of good quality seed potatoes for preferred varieties, leading to a reliance on propagating low-quality conventional seed potatoes.
Africa 25/01/2025