By John O’Connell, University of Idaho University of Idaho Extension soil sample testing reveals that three-quarters of Idaho potato fields are now infected with some level of the pathogen Spongospora, which can cause the…
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The February Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 3 points to 116, driven by stronger views of current conditions. But future expectations slipped again, falling to its lowest level since September…
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The National Potato Council (NPC) has installed its 2026 roster of Executive Committee leaders at the organization’s annual NPC Washington Summit. During the Annual Meeting of the Voting Delegates on…
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National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) CEO Ted McKinney praised U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for releasing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of…
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Potato producers face high supplies and market pressure. The large 2025 crop (estimated at 412 million cwt) is poised to keep open-market prices below breakeven. Lower prices helped the fresh…
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The Haute Potato Collection is a limited couture capsule debuting at New York Fashion Week, featuring modern, high-fashion pieces inspired by Idaho potato sacks. Created by Idaho-born fashion designer Cartier Dior…
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Potato Growers in Colorado, Idaho, Oregon and Washington are encouraged to take a survey being conducted to better understand U.S. potato growers’ experiences and concerns regarding potential regulation of neonicotinoids….
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Stutz Packing Company in Indio, Calif. won a USDA-AMS purchase award to provide dehydrated potato flakes for distribution to child nutrition programs and other related domestic food assistance programs for…
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Farmer sentiment weakened sharply in January, as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 23 points to 113. Producers reported worsening financial conditions compared to a year ago, with half indicating…
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Story and photos by Bill Schaefer Updates on the state of the potato economy globally, nationally and in Idaho were on the agenda at the Idaho Potato Commission’s 2025 harvest…
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