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Industry development takes centre stage

Skills, labour and collaboration will be central to the new British Potato Confex, where visitors will be able to exchange tips and address queries on machinery use, technology, treatments and…

Durable potato sacks made for British growers have proved themselves over almost six decades

As East Riding Sacks approaches its 60th anniversary, it is celebrating awards wins and has grown into a major supplier - but is still a strong community supporter committed to…

An alarm signal to attract predators

New aphid control product comes at a time when the pests are increasing virus outbreaks – and turns the tables on their defences.

Targeted approach to seed treatment

FORTRIE Farms near Ellon, Aberdeenshire, produces seed potatoes for both domestic and export markets and has adopted a risk-based approach to seed treatment.

Global recognition for potato scientist

Senior Scientist at the International Potato Center (CIP) celebrated for contribution to global food security.

‘It’s been a fantastic journey’

Tributes paid to retiring employee who's seen potato supplier's site double its turnover and make the move to automation.

Potato supplier lives up to its ‘green’ name by reaching top 11% of globally-recognised businesses

GREENVALE'S silver rating award by EcoVadis, the globally-recognised sustainability ratings platform, means the UK potato supplier is now in the top 11% of businesses recognised globally for their performance in…

M&S gets its Jerseys in first

Sixth-generation grower keeps tradition going. M&S was the first UK retailer to launch its Jersey Royal potatoes this year, thanks to its longstanding 10-year relationship with the Le Maistre family.…

Forecasting now incorporated within spray assist app

POTATO growers and agronomists will be able to receive up to seven days advance warning of localised blight risk, including notifications, along with integrated application advice indicating opportunities to spray,…

Bag in a box improves sustainability

Agronomist says new solution is a breakthrough for potato growers. A BAG in a box solution could be the key to making potato crops more sustainable, according to Mike Stoke,…

Industry development takes centre stage

Durable potato sacks made for British growers have proved themselves over almost six decades

An alarm signal to attract predators

Targeted approach to seed treatment

Global recognition for potato scientist

‘It’s been a fantastic journey’

Potato supplier lives up to its ‘green’ name by reaching top 11% of globally-recognised businesses

M&S gets its Jerseys in first

Forecasting now incorporated within spray assist app

Bag in a box improves sustainability

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