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Editor's Note 
 
Remember in 2020, when the word of the day was 'unprecedented?' We can make early bets on 'uncertain' this year – but agriculture has always had a degree of uncertainty. Arm yourself with knowledge, and support your industry advocacy efforts.
- Bree Rody, editor
 
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U.S. potato production down in 2024: USDA

Although harvest and production of potatoes is thriving in Canada, the U.S. is forecasting a five per cent year-over-year drop in its potato production from 2023.


Research: Gene advancements could reveal a path to reduce fertilizer dependence

Research from Spain and the Netherlands could lead to greater nitrogen use efficiency in potatoes, lessening potatoes' reliance on fertilizer – all thanks to key info on the StCDF1 gene.


Quebec names Outstanding Young Farmer candidates

Pierre-Luc Barré and Virginie Bourque from Yves Barré Farm of St-Damase, Que. has expanded his family's farm business considerably, and is actively involved at the UPA within the federation of Quebec potato producers


Sudbury producer Don Poulin Potato loses $500,000 worth of potatoes in fire

An electrical issue led to a fire at the Northern Ontario warehouse, and although the fire was controlled quickly, the potatoes inside were destroyed.


Ag update: January

Expanded funding programs and lower rates for risk management programs, and an industry organization responds to a potential tariff delay.


 
 
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Potato Summit in numbers: What you may have missed

For the fifth year, potato producers, agronomists, researchers, business leaders and enthusiasts alike gathered virtually for Potatoes in Canada's virtual, half-day Canadian Potato Summit. Six guests delivered five sessions focused on pests, diseases, breeding and more. Guests – and attendees – represented various areas of Canada, and discussed matters pertaining to producers across potato categories. Here are some of the highlights you might have missed, by the numbers – from key production figures (and what that means in Canada's uncertain economy) to the effects of pests like green peach aphids and Colorado potato beetle. » Read More...
 
 
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Top Crop Summit

Feb. 25-26 | Saskatoon, SK » Read More...