Drop in processing planting leads to third smallest potato area
The total area planted with potatoes in Britain is the third lowest on record at…
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Potatoes lockdown marketing campaign: Bud the Spud content was seen over 5m times
Millions of consumers were reminded about the versatility and health benefits of potatoes as the…
Emesto Prime stays for potato planting in 2021
Potato growers who rely on Bayer’s tuber treatment Emesto Prime DS (penflufen) for protection against…
Improved Safe Haven standards provide added protection for British seed potato exports
Eight new amendments to the seed potato industry’s assurance scheme will come into force this…
Early seed potato harvest could help prevent dry rot
SRUC consultant Dr Stuart Wale has said that an early harvest is likely to reduce…
Potato growers target clean finish to season as blight pressure resurfaces
Mixed weather patterns across many regions in the UK and Ireland is leading to localised…
AHDB seeks outstanding individuals in the potato industry
Nominations are now open for two prestigious awards recognising individuals who’ve made significant contributions to the UK…
New salad variety on track to achieve 2 million tubers/ha
A next generation salad potato variety has the potential to become a new market leader.…
Interim AHDB Potatoes Sector Board Chair appointed
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has appointed Alison Levett as interim chair of its…
Blight fungicide given emergency approval
The Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) has approved the use of Funguran Progress to control late…