Cuba: Potato campaign in Sancti Spíritus below plan
"We’ve had a lot of impacts due to problems with power generation, and this limits our activity because we can’t meet the 22 risks required by the tuber."
Latam 20/04/2025
South Korea: Peasant Unions Sound Alarm Over GM Potato Imports and U.S. Trade Pressure
The South Korean government is once again reviewing the import approval process for a genetically modified organism (GMO) potato developed in the United States, reigniting controversy similar to that seen in 2018 and 2019.
Asia 19/04/2025
Argentina: An entity warns about the regulatory framework for the use of drones in agriculture
In Argentina, nearly 90 agricultural drones were imported in 2023, and by August 2024, the total would reach 600. For 2025, projections go further, predicting operations for 2,000 units.
Argentina 18/04/2025
Brasil: Preços da cebola sobem devido à queda nas importações estrangeiras
O aumento de preço ultrapassa 50%
Latam 18/04/2025
Health: Potatoes may treat ulcers better than drugs.
A Russian study reveals that a natural compound in potatoes promotes gastric mucosal regeneration more effectively than drugs such as omeprazole and ranitidine, while also reducing the risk of relapse.
Europa 18/04/2025
Brazil: Onion prices rise due to lower foreign imports
The price increase exceeds 50%
Latam 18/04/2025
Innovations: The first soap made from discarded potatoes
After three months of brainstorming, determination, and refinement, Enactus-UPEI, a club dedicated to sustainable entrepreneurship, successfully developed a potato soap called Spuds2Suds.
Norte Am. 17/04/2025
Mexico: Sonoran potatoes are well marketed
In Sinaloa, potatoes suffered a significant decline in price as a result of excess production. However, for agricultural companies in Cajeme, the situation has flowed well, trading with clients in other states.
Latam 17/04/2025