Managers from state potato organizations joined NPC this week to meet with key committee staff to advance the industry’s policy priorities. “Thanks to the leaders of the Colorado, Idaho, Michigan,…
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) invites offers to sell frozen potato product pursuant to theAMS Master Solicitation. Please note bids are due for solicitation on May 23, 2025 by 1:00 PM, Central…
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Farmer sentiment improved in April as producers expressed more optimism about current and future conditions on their farms. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 8 points to a reading of…
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Check out Dr. Dave Kohl’s latest advice for entrepreneurs and ag business owners from AgWest Farm Credit. In this update, Dr. Dave Kohl offers valuable insights on navigating the impacts…
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced a second round of payments coming this week for specialty crop producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program, providing…
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T-L Irrigation Co. has reached its platinum anniversary, marking 70 years in business. Starting as a supplier of irrigation equipment, the company took its first step into manufacturing in 1961…
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GreenLight Biosciences has launched Calantha, a foliar bio-insecticide for managing Colorado potato beetle in potatoes. Calantha is powered by ledprona, a new class of insecticide offering a novel mode of…
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The largest grant in University of Idaho’s history, intended to provide payment directly to Idaho producers for developing sustainable agricultural practices, was terminated this week as a result of new…
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By Nina Zidack, Montana Seed Potato Certification As I retire from my position as director of Montana Seed Potato Certification, I reflect on the most important aspect of my time in…
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A recent human clinical trial confirmed that Huckleberry Gold, a potato variety developed by the Tri-State Breeding Program and managed by the Potato Variety Management Institute, has a low glycemic…
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