A national magazine featuring the latest potato industry news and developments.
New report finds potato industry generates $2.5 billion a year to Michigan's gross domestic product:
A new report authored by Michigan State University economists found that the potato industry generates $2.5 billion each year to the state’s gross domestic product.
USDA projection: Potatoes will account for 35% of US vegetable production by 2033:
U.S. production of vegetables and pulse crops is projected to grow 4% in the next decade, with potatoes expected to account for 20% of vegetable farm value by 2033, according to the USDA.
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award!
The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024.
Nominating Criteria:
-Employed in some facet of the potato industry
-Involvement in outside industry activities and events
-Innovative and creative
-Local and global perspective
-Community involvement
-Leadership qualities
Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024
Nominate today!
https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/
(Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment)
EPA recognizes Syngenta facility as top green power user:
A manufacturing facility of global seed and pesticide provider Syngenta Group has been recognized as a top user of green power by the EPA.
In today's agriculture, the term 'sustainability' is used everywhere. The industry is making significant strides in this direction, but have you ever wondered what sustainability truly means? How do we establish its goals, select the right tools and gauge our progress?
(Sponsored)
Learn more: https://spudman.com/article/pushing-for-sustainability-is-good-but-only-if-we-know-what-were-aiming-for/
Happy Friday! We just released our February digital issue ⭐
In this issue, we’re highlighting the 2024 Impact Awards. From the classroom to the field, the 2024 Spudman Impact Award winners are making significant contributions to the potato industry. Winners were nominated by peers and selected by a panel of judges. Congratulations to this year's Class of 2024! Read more about this year’s winners, plus other topics including:
🥔Climate change has put a spotlight on water issues, prompting potato industry experts to look for solutions to challenges that impact both water quality and availability.
🥔Water shortages spur innovative solutions in which farmers are increasingly utilizing cutting-edge technology to become more efficient and stretch their available water sources.
🥔PEI potato wart mitigation measures back in spotlight.
🥔And more
Read now:
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Meet the 2024 Spudman Impact Award winners:
From the classroom to the field, the 2024 Spudman Impact Award winners are making significant contributions to the potato industry. Winners were nominated by peers and selected by a panel of judges
📣📣📣Earn 1 CEU credit!
What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers?
Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL Growing Solutions Americas, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore:
-Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE)
-Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs
-The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission
-Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid)
-Sustainability through the food value chain
Save your seat today:
https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA #/registration
Date: March 5, at 2pm ET
*Earn 1 CEU credit!
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award!
The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024.
Nominating Criteria:
-Employed in some facet of the potato industry
-Involvement in outside industry activities and events
-Innovative and creative
-Local and global perspective
-Community involvement
-Leadership qualities
Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024
Nominate today!
https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/
(Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment)
Equipment manufacturer Vanmark delivers compact hydrocutting system to Indian potato processor:
Industrial potato and produce processing equipment manufacturer Vanmark has built and delivered a compact hydrocutting system for a leading Indian company in the frozen fast-food sector.
What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers?
Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL Growing Solutions Americas, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore:
-Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE)
-Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs
-The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission
-Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid)
-Sustainability through the food value chain
Save your seat today:
https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA #/registration
Date: March 5, at 2pm ET
*Earn 1 CEU credit!
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award!
The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024.
Nominating Criteria:
-Employed in some facet of the potato industry
-Involvement in outside industry activities and events
-Innovative and creative
-Local and global perspective
-Community involvement
-Leadership qualities
Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024
Nominate today!
https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/
(Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment)
Bonnie Johnson, director of nutrition and industry relations for Potatoes USA USA, shares the nutritional benefits of potatoes during a presentation Wednesday at the
Day 2 of the is in full swing. Don't forget to head next door to the Toyota Center for even more exhibits.
UK-based automatic packaging solutions provider plans to establish US dealer network by summer:
A UK-based manufacturer of automated potato packaging and palletizing solutions is establishing a dealer network in the U.S.
Some spud swag, in the form of french fry earrings, modeled by Tina Brandt, Simplot variety development manager, at the
Looking forward to some cultivar knowledge during afternoon sessions at
Snow is on the ground and potato pride is in the air at the 2024
Spudman managing editor Melinda Waldrop is free-range, flitting about from booth to booth and soaking in knowledge from professionals at BASF, Syngenta US and more.
Say hi if you spot her and discuss opportunities to join our top-notch pool of sources and/or column contributors.
National Potato Council calls for increased urgency in public comments to CFIA risk management plans for containing PEI potato wart:
The National Potato Council has submitted public comments to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s risk management documents for mitigating the risk of spreading Prince Edward Island potato wart to the U.S.
What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers?
Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL GROUP, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore:
-Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE)
-Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs
-The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission
-Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid)
-Sustainability through the food value chain
Save your seat today:
https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA #/registration
Date: Mar 5, 2024 2:00 PM ET
It seems everyone is talking about sustainability today. But, what does sustainability really mean in the context of today’s farming realities, and how do we achieve it in practical, real-world application?
(Sponsored)
Learn more: https://spudman.com/article/potato-farming-realities-and-sustainability/
It's official!
Potato Expo 2024, which wrapped up Thursday in Austin, Texas, set participation records.
The 2,320 registered attendees broke the previous record of 2,019, set in 2020 in Las Vegas, according to the National Potato Council. The 216 exhibitors also broke the 2020 Las Vegas record of 189.
NNZ the packaging network had another successful Potato Expo this year!
Check out Melinda Waldrop presenting two of our Spudman Impact Award winners at Potato Expo and speaking with some of the superstars on stage!
Stop by the National Potato Council booth at the 2024 Potato Expo and grab some cool swag like these stickers and potato chapsticks!
Top U.S. agricultural negotiator urges science, patience in talks to fully open Japanese market:
The U.S.’s top agricultural negotiator has a message for markets where fresh potato exports are still meeting resistance: Trust the science
Managing editor Melinda Waldrop is at booth 408 at the Potato Expo today! Stop by and say hello.
On stage right now at the Potato Expo is the Rabbo Agra Finance Group presenting solutions for today’s farmers!
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Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/ (Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #grower #farming #agriculture #potatoindustry
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/ (Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #grower #farming #agriculture #potatoindustry
📣📣📣Earn 1 CEU credit! What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers? Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL Growing Solutions Americas, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore: -Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) -Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs -The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission -Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid) -Sustainability through the food value chain Save your seat today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA#/registration Date: March 5, at 2pm ET *Earn 1 CEU credit! #potatoes #agriculture #farming #webinar #agronomy
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/ (Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #grower #farming #agriculture #potatoindustry
What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers? Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL Growing Solutions Americas, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore: -Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) -Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs -The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission -Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid) -Sustainability through the food value chain Save your seat today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA#/registration Date: March 5, at 2pm ET *Earn 1 CEU credit! #potatoes #agriculture #farming #webinar #agronomy
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/ (Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #grower #potatofarming #agriculture #potatoindustry
What does "sustainability" really mean for potato producers? Join Dr. Jason Haegele, ICL GROUP, North American Agronomy Lead and Georg Lemperg, ICL, Global Food Market Relations Manager, as they break down how your fertility choices directly impact environmental sustainability and profitability from farm to table. Learn about best practices that can be applied on your farm today, supported by research trials and mini-case studies. In this webinar, we will explore: -Nutrient synergy and improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) -Maximizing soil-P to reduce phosphorus run-off and P-inputs -The role of CRFs in reducing nitrous oxide emission -Trials and research on sustainable fertilizer choices (Polysulphate, Agrocote, Agrolution pHLow, Nova PeKacid) -Sustainability through the food value chain Save your seat today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617030805684/WN_G5OyhHYtRXu9SKECsPcRZA#/registration Date: Mar 5, 2024 2:00 PM ET #potatoes #agriculture #farming #webinar #agronomy
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2024. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 15, 2024 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year/ (Sponsored by Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #growers #potatofarming #agriculture #potatoes
Potato sorting innovation from Fox Packaging and Fox Solutions at work at Potato Expo
Pick up our January issue this week at Potato Expo! Find copies at booth 408. Plus, be sure to view the exclusive Potato Expo Digital Guide as an extension to your show experience. View the Potato Expo Digital Guide on mobile: https://read.nxtbook.com/great_american_media_services/custom/potato_expo_guide_2024/potato_expo_2024_guide.html #PotatoExpo #Potatoes #Agriculture #Texas #DigitalGuide
TODAY at 2pm EST, join us for a roundtable discussion about Envita in our “More Yield, Better Potatoes” webinar. Learn more about filling the gap between available and accessible nitrogen with the help of naturally occurring, food-grade bacteria. Gain insight into how Envita works, view some of the promising results and get your questions answered. Don’t wait, register here for free! https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/2516757963665/WN_5KGxGCZhTT6Ap-ysv15nCw (Sponsored by Envita) #potatoes #agriculture #webinar #farming #agribusiness
On April 4 at 2pm EST, join us for a roundtable discussion about Envita in this upcoming “More Yield, Better Potatoes” webinar. Learn more about filling the gap between available and accessible nitrogen with the help of naturally occurring, food-grade bacteria. Gain insight into how Envita works, view some of the promising results and get your questions answered. Don’t wait, register for free today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/2516757963665/WN_5KGxGCZhTT6Ap-ysv15nCw (Sponsored by Envita) #potatoes #agriculture #webinar #farming #agribusiness
Tomorrow, March 10, is the last day to nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2023. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year-nomination-form/ (Sponsored by UPL-Ltd and Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #farming #agriculture #potatoes #industryleaders #womenleaders #agribusiness
Did you register yet? Join us and Azotic in our interactive webinar about Envita on April 4 at 2pm EST. Learn about filling the gap between available and accessible nitrogen with the help of naturally occurring, food-grade bacteria. Gain insight into how Envita works, view some of the promising results and get your questions answered. Save your seat today! https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/2516757963665/WN_5KGxGCZhTT6Ap-ysv15nCw (Sponsored by Envita) #potatoes #agriculture #webinar #farming #agribusiness
Join Spudman for a roundtable discussion about Envita in this upcoming “More Yield, Better Potatoes” webinar. Learn more about filling the gap between available and accessible nitrogen with the help of naturally occurring, food-grade bacteria. Gain insight into how Envita works, view some of the promising results and get your questions answered. Save your seat today! https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/2516757963665/WN_5KGxGCZhTT6Ap-ysv15nCw Webinar date: April 4 at 2:00 PM EST (Sponsored by Envita) #potatoes #agriculture #webinar #farming
SpudWeek 2023 is next week! This year, join us for three 1-hour interactive webcasts with industry experts discussing the latest production tips, insights, and issues. Plus, learn about the following topics: 1. How spore capture can detect fungal pathogens in the field 2. Potato sustainability 3. This year's Spudman Dream Team Webinar Date: Feb 14-16 at 2 PM EST Register for FREE today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/6416684333084/WN_mWaBxwQ8Sl6okUCoTZetfQ (Sponsored by UPL-Ltd) #potatoes #agribusiness #farming #agriculture #sustainability
Free #webinar🚨 Join us in an upcoming webinar with ICL and learn about increasing nutrient efficiency in potatoes with PeKacid and Agrolution pHLow. Agronomists Dr. AJ Foster and Dr. Jason Haegele will explore phosphorus management for potatoes including digging into the latest research on managing soil and fertilizer pH as a tool for making the most of phosphorus. Attendees will be eligible for 1 CEU credit. Register today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/5316727557601/WN_TaTIbM_JT6aZNojDRmv8Rw Webinar Date: March 1 at 2pm EST (Sponsored by ICL GROUP) #potatoes #agriculture #farming #agronomy #agribusiness #soilhealth
Nominate a potato industry leader for the Spudwoman of the Year Award! The winner will be featured in the Spudwoman May/June issue. Nominations are welcomed from all segments of the industry, including growers, shippers, researchers and marketers. The award will be presented at an upcoming event in Summer 2023. Nominating Criteria: -Employed in some facet of the potato industry -Involvement in outside industry activities and events -Innovative and creative -Local and global perspective -Community involvement -Leadership qualities Deadline to enter: March 10, 2023 Nominate today! https://spudman.com/spudwoman-of-the-year-nomination-form/ (Sponsored by UPL-Ltd and Lockwood Potato Equipment) #spudwoman #farming #agriculture #potatoes #industryleaders #womenleaders
Free #webinar🚨 Join us in an upcoming webinar with ICL and learn about increasing nutrient efficiency in potatoes with PeKacid and Agrolution pHLow. Agronomists Dr. AJ Foster and Dr. Jason Haegele will explore phosphorus management for potatoes including digging into the latest research on managing soil and fertilizer pH as a tool for making the most of phosphorus. Attendees will be eligible for 1 CEU credit. Register today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/5316727557601/WN_TaTIbM_JT6aZNojDRmv8Rw Webinar Date: March 1 at 2pm EST (Sponsored by ICL Digital) #potatoes #agriculture #farming #agronomy #agribusiness #soilhealth
Free #webinar alert 🚨 Join us in an upcoming webinar with ICL and learn about increasing nutrient efficiency in potatoes with PeKacid and Agrolution pHLow. Agronomists Dr. AJ Foster and Dr. Jason Haegele will explore phosphorus management for potatoes including digging into the latest research on managing soil and fertilizer pH as a tool for making the most of phosphorus. Attendees will also be eligible for 1 CEU credit. Register today: https://greatamericanmediaservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/5316727557601/WN_TaTIbM_JT6aZNojDRmv8Rw Webinar Date: March 1 at 2pm EST (Sponsored by ICL growing solutions) #potatoes #agriculture #farming #agronomy #agribusiness #soilhealth
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