May 19, 2026 | Articles

Breeders Trust intensifies monitoring of online trade in seed potatoes

Breeders Trust has taken a close look at the online world to map what is being offered through digital channels in terms of seed potatoes. In doing so, the organisation encountered various practices that affect plant breeders’ rights and the phytosanitary safeguarding within the potato sector. “I also receive signals about the sale of batches of…

May 19, 2026 | Articles

World Potato Congress brings global potato Industry together in Kenya

Preparations for the 13th World Potato Congress are now in full swing. From 26 to 30 October 2026, the international potato sector will meet in Naivasha, in Kenya’s Rift Valley. The organization expects more than a thousand participants from more than sixty countries. This will make the congress not only a meeting place for the…

May 19, 2026 | Articles

Revuelto Gramajo (‘Gramajo scramble’)

Revuelto Gramajo is a typical Argentine scrambled egg dish that always uses the same three ingredients: crispy shoestring (Julienne) fries, eggs, and ham. Delicious as a lunch or main meal, but also a great breakfast option that can help ease a hangover ….

April 20, 2026 | News

Global potato sector is gearing up for World Potato Congress 2026

The global potato sector is gearing up for the World Potato Congress 2026. Registration is now officially open for the event, which will take place from 26–30 October 2026 in Naivasha, Kenya. Organized under the umbrella of the World Potato Congress Inc., the biennial congress continues its mission to connect the international potato community and…

April 20, 2026 | News

Breeders Trust intensifies monitoring of online trade in seed potatoes

Breeders Trust has taken a close look at the online world to map what is being offered through digital channels in terms of seed potatoes. In doing so, the organisation encountered various practices that affect plant breeders’ rights and the phytosanitary safeguarding within the potato sector. “I also receive signals about the sale of batches…

March 10, 2026 | News

UNECE Seed Potato Standard at the center of World Potato Congress webinar

Reliable access to high quality seed potatoes is fundamental to the productivity and resilience of the global potato sector. To highlight recent developments in this area, the World Potato Congress (WPC) hosted an international webinar on March 16 focusing on the revised UNECE Seed Potato Standard (S-1). The online panel discussion brought together experts from…

February 10, 2026 | News

EW Group becomes majority shareholder in Solynta

The Dutch breeder Solynta is receiving a new impulse in its international growth strategy. The German investment holding EW Group has acquired a majority stake in the Wageningen-based company, which is globally active in the development of hybrid true potato seeds. With this capital injection, Solynta aims to accelerate the commercialization of Hybrid True Potato…

December 16, 2025 | Articles

WPC 2026: A global hub for potato innovation

The World Potato Congress (WPC) is a cornerstone event for professionals across the global potato value chain. The 13th edition, taking place in Naivasha, Kenya from 26–30 October 2026, marks a historic first for Sub-Saharan Africa and highlights the continent’s growing influence in potato production and innovation. More than 1,000 delegates from over 60 countries…

December 15, 2025 | News

Potato Expo 2026 sets the tone for a new business year in Dallas

The North American potato industry will start 2026 in Dallas, Texas, where Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest annual potato trade show and conference, takes place from January 6–8 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. Organized by the National Potato Council (NPC), the event brings together growers, processors, suppliers, researchers, policymakers, and international…

November 27, 2025 | News

Global Potato Summit 2025: India’s potato industry is entering a new phase

India’s potato industry is entering a decisive new phase. As the country accelerates its goal to become a global leader in production, processing, and value-added innovation, Media Today Pvt. Ltd. has announced an initiative: the Global Potato Summit (GPS) 2025, set for 11–12 December 2025 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, followed by two days…