Potatoes News

Maleic hydrazide products like Crown MH have contributed significantly to the reduction of sprouting and post-harvest losses for potato growers over recent years.

Experts gathered at Rothamsted Research in the UK to highlight the vital role of mancozeb, ahead of an EU renewal case in July.

GB Potatoes announced its partnership with Horticulture Crop Protection Ltd (HCP), which is set to give the British seed potato sector a much-needed route to secure critical crop protection tools.

Potato producer and distributer Patatas Meléndez, has completed a major infrastructure project at its main facility in Spain, now one of Europe’s most advanced post-harvest operations.

With many effective soil insecticides now banned and remaining options offering limited efficacy, growers face increasing challenges in managing these pests.

Omnivent explains how to ensure your potato cooling system can withstand extreme weather patterns and harvest variations.

One Nottinghamshire farmer is determined to challenge farming practices before he is forced to change with the focus on improving soils.

OMEX is a trusted partner for potato growers, providing high-quality liquid fertilisers and expert crop nutrition services that help produce high-yielding, top-quality potato crops.

A new chemistry-free solution for potato and cover crop desiccation will be available in the UK this year. David Williams reports.

After more than three decades of service to the potato supply industry, Richard Clark, commercial director at Branston, has announced his retirement. 

Defra’s latest Farm Business Income report predicts which sectors will see a rise or fall in income over 2024/25.

Branston, potato supplier and one of the sponsors of the primary school-based farm-to-fork initiative, is once again encouraging schools to sign up for the Grow Your Own Potatoes programme.