It is the first time scientists have decoded the genome of a plant pathogen and its plant host […]
Colorful vegetables are promoted as key to a healthy diet, but white vegetables, especially potatoes, shouldn’t be forgotten, […]
Late blight is a disease potato growers love to hate, and depending on the weather, they may or […]
As the potato growing season begins, the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) will provide free Integrated Pest Management […]
During his Jan. 21 Inauguration Address, President Obama pledged to make immigration reform a top legislative priority for […]
Graduate student Kristen Michelle Brown is working with two potato varieties from the University of Maine breeding program […]
Weed control, one of the most difficult problems facing producers, has been revolutionized by glyphosate-resistant varieties on an […]
Successful early generation seed production depends on very close monitoring for pests, diseases, and variety mixtures. The latest […]
Fingerlings are growing favor among potato consumers, thanks to an increased market demand for more varieties. That was […]
As has often been the case in recent history, the outlook for potatoes is largely dependent on supply […]
Late in 2011, USDA challenged the USPB to develop a plan to communicate all USPB programs and opportunities […]
No curative treatments for bacterial black leg, soft rot, and stem rot are available to growers. On top […]
I am writing this article while attending the SCRI (Specialty Crop Research Initiative) reporting session on the zebra […]