As part of the International Potato Tour, our delegation visited a unique scientific institution — the Kamchatka Agricultural Research Institute, a branch of the Federal Research Center "N.I. Vavilov All-Russian Institute of Plant Genetic Resources." Here, under…
The International Potato Tour (IPT) project continues its massive journey across the planet. Behind us are successful expeditions in Egypt, Pakistan, the Caucasus countries, and Turkey. We are not just exploring markets and technologies; we are creating…
Mumbai, India — The VAFA Fresh Vegetables & Fruits Exporters Association, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), will organise an international Reverse Buyer–Seller Meet (RBSM) alongside the 8th Fresh India…
Debbie Cannon from Syracuse, Utah, who has completed 195 marathons, recently ran the Pittsburgh Marathon on May 3, 2026, in a custom-made potato costume. She was one of 26 runners selected by Potatoes USA to participate as…
HOST: Viktor Kovalev (Global Market and Strategy)PROJECT: International Potato Tour 2026PARTICIPANTS:Kristof Wallays — AgristoIrakli Kordadze — FrixxPeter Van Dael — Roger & Roger (Croky brand) In Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, a meeting took place that went…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), we visited a unique and highly advanced potato production enterprise in Ankara, Turkey. This facility is not just another greenhouse operation—it is a fully integrated, technology-driven system focused on…
https://youtu.be/eCzAlKCeH_E Armenia’s potato sector reflects a complex mix of tradition, resilience, and structural limitations. Unlike large-scale farming systems seen in many countries, Armenian agriculture is dominated by smallholder farms, where even 10 hectares is considered a solid…
https://youtu.be/cAABCGKnBoI The potato industry in Armenia continues to rely on dedicated farmers who combine tradition with practical innovation. One such grower, with more than two decades of experience, offers a clear взгляд into how modern potato farming…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), the POTATOES.NEWS team visited potato-growing regions of Armenia to explore real field conditions, farmer challenges, and technological gaps. The discussions revealed a sector with strong potential but facing significant…
The International Potato Tour (IPT) continues to expand global cooperation and is proud to introduce a new technology partner — MATTON Machinery. This partnership brings together technology and expertise to advance the global potato industry, from cultivation…
As part of the International Potato Tour (IPT), a key meeting with farmers was held in Azerbaijan, bringing together growers, agronomists, and industry representatives to discuss real challenges in potato production and practical solutions for increasing efficiency.…
The current state of the agricultural sector of the Republic of Azerbaijan is characterized by deep transformation, in which potato farming occupies one of the central positions. As part of the global project International Potato Tour, the…