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Here are the most read stories on PotatoCountry.com this year (click on the link to read the article): WSU Potato Alert – Heat Stress Vine Kill: Method and Timing 46th Annual Famous…

Vive Crop Protection has announced two key additions to its commercial team, marking a significant step in its strategic growth journey. Russ Gibson has joined the commercial sales team as the…

JH Biotech, Inc.’s new soluble seaweed extract, Kelp Star, is a natural plant biostimulant designed to promote healthy plant growth, improve soil health and maximize crop yields. Derived from Ascophyllum nodosum kelp,…

Ecorobotix is launching a series of algorithms currently under development for its ARA Ultra High Precision Sprayer, including an algorithm for use in potatoes. The algorithm is available free of…

Across AgWest’s territory, the 2025 potato harvest delivered exceptional yields and quality, yet market dynamics continue to limit grower returns. USDA estimates the 2025 U.S. potato crop at 412.06 million cwt, down…

The co-chairs of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s aid package for farmers. “We are disappointed that specialty crop growers were…

Volm Companies has signed a new dealership agreement with Flikweert Vision, a Netherlands-based provider of equipment for the potato and onion industries. The partnership will help Flikweert expand its international…

By John Lundeen, Production Research Director, and Tim Rendall, Associate Production Research Director, Potatoes USA At Potatoes USA, Team Seed remains focused on priming the pump for future stable international…