Potatoes
Alsum Farms and Produce, Inc. and Hartung Brothers, Inc. rotate crops on each other’s acreage. Here’s how that works.
This old insult stems from producers whose harvest underwhelm. Here’s why it happens.
For those who like French fries and pasta sauce, you’re in luck. New research represents a first in evaluating the future of growing produce.
The mid-year report is in. We asked for and received government aid to shore up potato growers during the pandemic.
Identifying issues with some diseases can be easy, if you know what to look for.
The bill would address long-standing problems and has bipartisan support. But it needs grower support to counter a strong opposition.
These guidelines will help you better understand how to protect your crop moving forward.
The U.S. has a long history of newcomers facing overwhelming odds but succeeding in planting long-lasting roots.
If you do not have a problem with this weed yet, you should be vigilant to keep it that way.
Grower Daniel Chin says after years of getting a bad rap, potatoes’ better qualities are finally getting their due.
A new program designed to build future leaders shows robust support despite market stresses.
Learn why the Russet Burbank cultivar is so successful.
Growers and stakeholders lobbied for and won some much needed USDA aid in 2020. What’s next for the sector?
There are more than 100,000 fewer acres of potatoes planted in the U.S. this year compared to 2018. Trade wars and COVID-19 are likely to blame.
Despite their similar appearances, these two diseases need differing treatments.
Kam Quarles of the National Potato Council says we cannot rely on an antiquated H-2A visa system that has been a burden to growers, especially now.
Despite poor weather and trade issues, the sector is handling hard times better than expected.
A 56-year-old Washington seed lot trial evaluates potato seed and highlights seed-borne diseases.
The agreement is 20 years in the making and marks improving conditions in the U.S. / China trade war.