Articles tagged under: Potatoes

Potato Growers Heading to D.C

Published February 13, 2026

Potato growers are ramping up advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., to address transportation, labor, and policy challenges affecting the industry. Gary Shields, executive director, Northland Potato Growers Association, says federal policy remains a top priority for maintaining a competitive and…
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Quarles: Specialty Crops Need More Relief

Published January 19, 2026

National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says current bridge payments are not enough to offset the financial pressure specialty crop growers are facing from high input costs and weaker market prices. “I think USDA is doing as much as they…
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Resilience in the Potato Industry

Published January 12, 2026

AMVAC sees both challenges and long-term strength in the potato industry as growers navigate a difficult economic environment.  “When you take a step back and look at the agricultural market in general, it’s really been a recession,” said AMVAC's Michah…
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Potato Experts Highlight Ongoing Disease Risks

Published January 8, 2026

At Potato Expo, NDSU Extension Potato Agronomist Andy Robinson told the Red River Farm Network that disease management remains a top priority for growers in North Dakota and Minnesota, even during a strong production year. “It kind of depends on…
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Halverson: Potato Industry Focused on Resilience

Published January 8, 2026

Despite ongoing market pressure across the agricultural sector, optimism remains strong within the potato industry. Speaking during the Potato Expo 2026, Black Gold Farms CEO Eric Halverson said that growers and industry leaders are focused on adapting to tight margins…
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Gowan Reinvents Proven Products for Potatoes

Published January 8, 2026

Gowan Company continues to build on its long-standing relationship with potato growers while expanding its global footprint. Speaking during Potato Expo, Gowan Company Northwest Sales Representative Kayley Jacobson said the family-owned company has grown significantly since its founding in 1962.…
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Improved Nitrogen Efficiency Boosts Potato ROI

Published January 8, 2026

Potato growers facing tight margins may find opportunity in improved nutrient efficiency. At Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas, Yara North American Agronomy Solutions Manager Erika Wagner shared results from the company’s potato incubator farm in Idaho, where targeted nitrogen management…
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New Nutrition Policy Seen as Win for Potatoes

Published January 7, 2026

New federal dietary guidelines released by the Trump Administration are being viewed as a positive development for the potato industry. Speaking at Potato Expo 2026, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles said the updated nutrition messaging signals a major shift…
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