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Boosting productivity and efficiency in potato growth is essential – it's also important to do so with a science-backed and proven approach.
- Bree Rody, editor
 
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The four pillars of successful potato storage

Best practices for potato storage begins with understanding the chemical maturity of potatoes as they transition from field to storage.


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PED control strategies with Marisol Quintanilla

Dr. Marisol Quintanilla picked up some tips from her grandfather growing up – including an unconventional approach to killing insects, earthworms and nematodes. Now, her research team at MSU looks to apply that knowledge to controlling PED.


Despite reports stateside, no late blight reported in Manitoba

Despite reports in Wisconsin and Minnesota, Manitoba potatoes remain free of late blight, although inconsistent moisture has presented challenges.


New Brunswick, Federal governments to provide $25M for producers

New Brunswick potato producers who endured extraordinary costs as a result of excess moisture during last year's growing season will be eligible for funding.


 
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Let’s hear it for influential women in agriculture

It’s not every day you get to tap into the insight of influential female leaders in Canadian agriculture. Don’t miss your chance on October 22.

Join us online for the fifth annual Influential Women in Canadian Agriculture (IWCA) Summit where seven IWCA honourees will be sharing their stories, their experience overcoming challenges and setbacks, their perspective on the importance of shaping agriculture policy and more.

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Challenge accepted

One day, two AAFC colleagues lamented the fact that while research has shown the value of proper nutrient and fertilizer management, uptake in the agricultural community has been slow. It was during one such discussion that the idea for the Plowdown Challenge was born. Now in its second year, potato farmers in P.E.I. have pulled out all the stops. » Read More...
 
 
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