El portal de la papa en Argentina
This article was developed in a coordinated manner between technicians from the AERs Aguilares and Banda del Río Salí and the EEA Famaillá of INTA.
Potato production in our country is experiencing one of its most challenging years in the last decade. According to industry representatives, the sector has seen eleven consecutive months of losses and closed 2025 amidst a severe price crisis.
INTA is supporting producers in developing projects to improve water use efficiency in a crop with high water requirements. Furthermore, the system allows for the integration of fertilization with irrigation, opening a new avenue for precision farmin
A food company announced the construction of a multipurpose plant in Balcarce, with the aim of integrating agricultural production, optimizing logistics and strengthening the value chain starting in 2026.
Embrapa’s new potato cultivar combines key characteristics for both growers and processors, including high yield, disease resistance, and excellent frying performance.
Apesar dos problemas com a colheita, ainda não há estimativas de queda na produtividade.
A nova cultivar de batata da Embrapa combina características essenciais tanto para produtores quanto para processadores, incluindo alto rendimento, resistência a doenças e excelente desempenho na fritura.
"We are well above the multi-year average. According to estimates, we are around 10% above what was produced last year, although rejections are also around 10% lower in comparison."