NPC Names New Executive Committee
The National Potato Council has installed its 2026 Executive Committee and elected Ben Sklarczyk to serve as president. Sklarczyk is a third-generation grower and owner of Sklarczyk Seed Farm, a…
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Identifying and Managing Black Dot on Potato Tubers
By Kasia Duellman and Phillip Wharton, University of Idaho Black dot has been gaining renewed attention among growers due to its potential impact on tuber quality and marketability. This blemish…
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Upcoming University of Idaho Field Days and Symposium
Wednesday, June 24 – UI Kimberly Research and Extension Center, 3806 N 3600 E, Kimberly, ID 83341 Free Registration: 8:00 to 9:00 AM Tour: 9 AM to Noon Sponsored lunch…
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Potato Farming Isn’t About Inputs. It’s About Energy.
By Chad Hutchinson For years, potato production has been measured by inputs—fertilizer, water, fuel, and crop protection products. While these investments are essential, they don’t tell the whole story. A more…
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Ag Groups Raise Concerns over USDA Research Reorganization Plans
National Potato Council (NPC) joined 50 other agriculture research and commodity groups on a letter expressing concern over USDA plans to reorganize its research agencies. In a letter sent to…
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Northland Potato Growers Golf Open July 16
NPC Meets with Senate Ag Leaders on Economic Relief and Farm Bill
Last week, National Potato Council (NPC) CEO Kam Quarles joined the other co-chairs of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance for meetings on the Hill to discuss the Farm Bill…
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WSU Potato Field Day Set For June 25
The Washington State University (WSU) Potato Field Day will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the WSU Othello Research Unit beginning at 8:30 a.m. GOOGLE MAP TO EVENT
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AgWest: Potato Sector Faces Oversupply and Margin Pressure
According to the latest AgWest Farm Credit report, potato markets remain under pressure as persistent supply-demand imbalances weigh on the industry. Demand for frozen potato products and table potatoes has…
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June 18 WPC Webinar – Kenya Congress Information
With the July 1st early-bird registration deadline for the 13th World Potato Congress (WPC) fast approaching, the WPC is hosting a webinar to share planning information for the 2026 World…
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