
Europe: Tiny insect threatens beet and potato crops
The outbreak has intensified calls for reform of EU regulations to allow the use of new genomic techniques (NTG).
The outbreak has intensified calls for reform of EU regulations to allow the use of new genomic techniques (NTG).
Alexander Lukashenko recently addressed his people with a very down-to-earth appeal.
Tiquipaya enters the era of industrialization with the Potato Processing Plant, which will benefit more than 1,790 families.
Since the end of February 2025, the average price per 100 kg of potatoes has dropped from 30 euros to just 7.50 euros, a drop of more than 75%.
Potatoes produce a molecule that is transformed by microbes and causes parasites to hatch.
With 6,800 hectares planted, potatoes are the region’s main crop, although they face challenges due to a lack of water and investment in irrigation.
Udapa begins construction of new facilities dedicated exclusively to the production, preservation, selection, and packaging of certified seed potatoes.
UPRA revealed that production is 3.6 million tons