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World Food Safety Day – June 7th 2026
Safe food starts with understanding which foodborne hazards cause the greatest harm. By measuring the public health burden and its
FCC funds alternative lender to expand portfolio to farm transition, succession supports
Farm Credit Canada will invest in alternative lender Farm Lending Canada to expand its offerings to farm succession and transition
International Day of the Potato
The potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world, as it is
World Food Safety Day – June 7th 2026
Safe food starts with understanding which foodborne hazards cause the greatest harm. By measuring the public health burden and its causes, countries and partners can prioritize evidence-based actions, target interventions
FCC funds alternative lender to expand portfolio to farm transition, succession supports
Farm Credit Canada will invest in alternative lender Farm Lending Canada to expand its offerings to farm succession and transition lending and supports. “The changing global landscape has put a great deal of stress on
International Day of the Potato
The potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the
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International Day of Potato
The potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the […]
CPMA Convention and Tradeshow
Metro Toronto Convention Centre TorontoThe Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) holds its Annual Convention and Trade Show in spring of each year. It is the largest fresh fruit and vegetables trade show in Canada […]
Canadian Potato Market – Zoom Call – April 2026
An opportunity for growers and packers across Canada to discuss the supply and demand of potatoes in Canada, with reports on the crops in the United States and Europe.
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Farm Credit Canada – Advancing the future of Canadian agriculture!
Agriculture and agri-food business owners transferring farm or business assets to new owners now have a new option to consider, given recent changes to Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) Transition Loan.
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
Farm Credit Canada – Advancing the future of Canadian agriculture!
Agriculture and agri-food business owners transferring farm or business assets to new owners now have a new option to consider,
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
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
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Flikweert Vision produces 200th QualityGrader
October 23, 2024 Flikweert Vision recently celebrated a major achievement by producing the 200th Quality Grader, just three years after launching the first one. Initially designed for the optical sorting
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
Waste during potato sorting reduced by 30%
Visar Sorting sees big market potential regarding potato sorting. The company specializes in the development and distribution of high-quality sorting systems for field crops, especially potatoes and carrots. The systems
Flikweert Vision produces 200th QualityGrader
October 23, 2024 Flikweert Vision recently celebrated a major achievement by producing the 200th Quality Grader, just three years after
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
Waste during potato sorting reduced by 30%
Visar Sorting sees big market potential regarding potato sorting. The company specializes in the development and distribution of high-quality sorting
Trending in the Potato Industry around the World
International Day of the Potato
The potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the
Equipment & Technology
How prepared are Canadian farms in the fight against cyber crime?
Canadian farms are at a crossroads – are they prepared to deal with the cyber threats of today and tomorrow? Cyber threats are no longer distant possibilities, they are here,
Waste during potato sorting reduced by 30%
Visar Sorting sees big market potential regarding potato sorting. The company specializes in the development and distribution of high-quality sorting systems for field crops, especially potatoes and carrots. The systems
Team Auctions: Upcoming Potato Farming Equipment in Alberta
Click on the link below to find out more! Auction Categories 24HN August 17, 2024 | Team Auctions
How prepared are Canadian farms in the fight against cyber crime?
Canadian farms are at a crossroads – are they prepared to deal with the cyber threats of today and tomorrow?
Waste during potato sorting reduced by 30%
Visar Sorting sees big market potential regarding potato sorting. The company specializes in the development and distribution of high-quality sorting
Team Auctions: Upcoming Potato Farming Equipment in Alberta
Click on the link below to find out more! Auction Categories 24HN August 17, 2024 | Team Auctions
Sustainability & Regenerative Farming
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 Soil Health Training Program Aims to Boost Sustainable Farming in Western Canada
The article discusses the growing importance of soil health in agriculture, highlighting the complexity and vast amount of information available on the topic, such as terms like “aggregate stability” and
Drought-resistant potato genes identified in PEI will help food security
Researchers in Prince Edward Island have identified drought-resistant genes in diploid potatoes, which could significantly enhance food security. This discovery is part of an effort to increase the genetic diversity
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
New Soil Health Training Program Aims to Boost Sustainable Farming in Western Canada
The article discusses the growing importance of soil health in agriculture, highlighting the complexity and vast amount of information available
Drought-resistant potato genes identified in PEI will help food security
Researchers in Prince Edward Island have identified drought-resistant genes in diploid potatoes, which could significantly enhance food security. This discovery
