StCDF1 gene boosts nitrogen use and tube growth
Recent research has highlighted the StCDF1 gene’s critical role in enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in potatoes, an important crop for global food security. Led by Salomé Prat from CRAG, in […]
The Bank of Canada reduced its key benchmark rate by 50 basis points to 3.75 per cent
October 24, 2024 The Bank of Canada has reduced its key benchmark rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%, marking its first major move in over four years. This cut […]
Researchers in the UK develop soil powered battery!
October 23, 2024 The idea of soil microbes generating electricity is such a fascinating and revolutionary development. The concept of “Bactery,” a soil-powered battery developed by the University of Bath, harnesses the power of electrigens—microbes capable of generating electrons while consuming organic compounds in the soil. This breakthrough has the potential to sustainably power in-field sensors, part of the “Smart Farming” revolution, providing real-time data on soil conditions to support more efficient agricultural practices. Plus, no need for replacing batteries or maintaining solar panels—just install and let nature do the rest. To read the full story click here: Researchers develop battery powered by soil | The Western Producer
New Brunswick grower honoured as the “Woman Entrepreneur of the year”
Louise Desilets, Agronomist and Co-owner at Les Fermes GAM Michaud Farms in Saint André, New Brunswick was honoured by the Network of Women (NOW) association in the province as the […]
Ralph & Nancy Hanscome inducted into the Potato World Hall of Recognition
September 18, 2024 Some exciting news from New Brunswick! Ralph and Nancy Hanscome, Of Atlantic Potato Distributors, have been inducted into the Potato World Hall of Recognition for 2024. Ralph […]
Ontario Field Day a very successful event
From Eugenia Banks and the Ontario Potato Board: The 2024 Ontario Potato Field Day was a superb event. The attendance of 300+ guests exceeded expectations. It was the largest number […]
United Potato Growers of Canada is updating their website!
Coming soon… United Potato Growers of Canada is updating their website! We hope you will enjoy the new look, some added features and even pages for growers and consumers alike! […]
Volm at CMPA in Vancouver
We are happy to see our national sponsor Volm Companies Canada at the CPMA show in Vancouver! Mark Zachanowich, Marsha Pozza and Leighton Hill of Volm Cos. Photo Credit: […]
April Holdings Report
There are 52,393,000 cwt of potatoes in storage in Canada as of April 1, 2024, a 12.5% increase over April 2023, and well above the 5 year average. The majority […]
March Holdings Report/Bulletin de l’inventaire pour mars (FR)
Total Canadian Potato Storage Holdings on March 1, 2024 totaled 64,025 million cwtwhich is up 10% over March 2023 but slightly below the five year average. We havesomewhat of a […]
