Idaho Association of Plant Protection 2023 Annual Meeting
Wednesday, November 1 at 1:00 pm to Thursday, November 2 at 12:00 pm. McGregor Building, 85 East Baseline, Rupert, Idaho All interested in crop protection are invited to attend the…
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Potato Retail Sales See Double-Digit Increases July 2022 – June 2023
U.S. retail dollar sales of potatoes increased 16.8% July 2022 – June 2023, which closed with a strong quarter (April – June 2023) that saw retail dollar sales growth of…
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Importance of Scouting for Late Blight
by Kasia Duellman, Jeff Miller, Nora Olsen, Mike Thornton, Phill Wharton and James Woodhall It has been several years since we have had an outbreak of late blight in Idaho. …
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Potato Wart Detected on PEI Index Field
The news outlet CBC Canada has reported that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) revealed a new detection of potato wart on Price Edward Island. According to CFIA, the sample was taken…
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Potato Expo 2024 Sessions: Call For Proposals
The National Potato Council is seeking proposals that showcase new advancements in production agriculture relating to potatoes, uncover on-farm solutions, focus on current trends, or ignite inspiration. Potato Expo is…
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EPA Plans to Issue Final WOTUS Rule Before Sept. 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) stated last week that it would issue a final rule on the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) before Sept. 1. Following…
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July 13 is National French Fry Day: Get Ready To Win The Ultimate Idaho Potato Fry-Lovers Giveaway
We’re less than a week away from celebrating America’s favorite holiday: National French Fry Day! The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is the go-to resource for all things fries, so get…
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Are You a Farmer or Rancher?
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and members of the Cooperative Extension System want your input on the financial needs and priorities of farm and ranch families. Better understanding the…
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Herbicide Approved for Use in Potatoes
Gowan Company LLC has received federal registration of its Sonalan HFP herbicide for use in potatoes and has sent labels to each state for approval. Sonalan HFP is a FRAC…
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Grant Funds Potato Early Die Complex Research
A team of Michigan State University (MSU) researchers has received a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop and evaluate sustainable…
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