Seed potato grower Richard Skogman, of Skogman Seed Farm, died unexpectedly on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. He was 62. Skogman Seed Farm is located in Dickinson County in the Upper…
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U.S. retail sales of potatoes increased by both volume and dollar sales in July 2023–June 2024. Volume sales increased by 1.3%, and dollar sales for the year increased by 4.6%…
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This week EPA released its final version of the Herbicide Strategy to Reduce Exposure of Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species and Designated Critical Habitats from the Use of Conventional Agricultural…
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The Orlando World Center Marriott offers an expansive conference space to host all of the meetings and events being held at Potato Expo 2025. At the Orlando World Center, you’ll find 10…
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Potatoes USA, the national marketing, research, and promotion board for the potato industry, elected Shelley R. Olsen as Chair of the Board at its annual meeting. Potatoes USA also announced…
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JH Biotech, Inc. has launched the International Prevention Agriculture Institute (IPAI). The nonprofit organization aims to raise global awareness of land degradation, advocate for sustainable agricultural development, and ensure long-term…
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All three broad-based measures of farmer sentiment improved in July as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer index rose 8 points to 113, the Index of Current Conditions increased by 10 points to…
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University of Idaho Aberdeen Extension is conducting two events on August 22 that combined offer 5+ hours of education. A workshop follows their traditional field day. For further information, contact…
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North America Potato Storage Organization (NAPSO) is a new, non-profit organization focusing on education, that promises to “provide cutting-edge, sustainable, and scientifically backed potato storage solutions to potato farmers, agronomists,…
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $400 million with at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving…
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