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November 11, 2024

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

October 24, 2024

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

October 23, 2024

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

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

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INTERPOM 2024

Kortrijk Xpo Doorniksesteenweg 216 - 8500 Kortrijk

(November 24-26, Kortrijk, Belgium): A European trade fair focusing on the entire potato chain, including processing, packaging, and innovations for sustainability in the potato sector. INTERPOM is the most specialised indoor […]

The big potato event of 2024! The PPTQ Potato Summit

Manoir Richelieu 181 rue Richelieu, La Malbaie

Take part in the Épatante Patate Harvest Banquet and the Potato Summit on 21 and 22 November 2024. The Summit program includes 11 speakers to introduce you to industry related […]

2024 Alberta Potato Conference & Tradeshow

Grey Eagle Resort and Casino 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Calgary

Join Potato Growers of Alberta at the 2024 Alberta Potato Conference and Tradeshow from November 19th - 21st in Calgary, Alberta.   HOTEL INFORMATION: Hotel Grey Eagle call 1.844.719.8777 or […]

Latest News from Canada and the US

June 5, 2024

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

Latest News from Europe

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

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October 23, 2024

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

October 23, 2024

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

August 20, 2024

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

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Equipment & Technology

August 20, 2024

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

August 19, 2024

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

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June 7, 2024

Summit to discuss the critical role of efficient storage practices in the potato industry’s success

Welcome to the North America Potato Storage Summit! This event focuses on revolutionizing potato storage in North America through collaboration,

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

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October 23, 2024

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

September 5, 2024

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

June 7, 2024

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