University of Idaho Extension is offering a free online program to help increase agriculture literacy among youth. The ePotato curriculum, designed for students in grades 3-6, covers topics such as…
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The U.S. House passed its farm bill on April 30. The bill now heads to the Senate. Senate Agriculture Chair John Boozman (R-Ark.) has said he expects to take up the…
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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has announced the signing of the U.S.–Taiwan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. Potato industry leaders call this a strong trade win that opens the door…
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By Steve Elfering, Board Chair Emeritus, Potatoes USA As my term as chairman of the Potatoes USA board came to a close this spring, I wanted to take time to…
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Rising input costs tied to the conflict in the Middle East are adding strain to an already challenging farm economy. To better understand how global fertilizer market disruptions are affecting…
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May 16, 2026 marks the date for the 49th annual Famous Idaho Potato Marathon in Boise, Idaho. Join the fun with the 5K or 10K distances or push your limits with…
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Following a successful first project, a U.S. client once again selected Onion Tech Alliance partners Eqraft, Modesta and Symach to develop a new facility in Washington. The plant is fully automated, covering…
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Vive Crop Protection has announced the launch of Averland® SM, a new in-season nematicide designed to provide growers with a more flexible and effective approach to managing nematodes in potatoes,…
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According to the AgWest Monthly Market Update, potato markets remain under pressure as open market prices weaken across all major growing regions. Acreage reductions for the 2026/27 crop have continued…
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued two solicitations, one for fresh potatoes and one for dehydrated potatoes. Both purchases will be used for the National School Lunch Program…
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