2023 Potato Expo Event
January 4-5, 2023, Aurora, Colorado
Potato Research Advisory Committee Booth #1106
Potato Expo is the largest annual potato industry conference and trade show held in North America.
Learn more about the Potato Expo event
January 4-5, 2023, Aurora, Colorado
Potato Research Advisory Committee Booth #1106
Potato Expo is the largest annual potato industry conference and trade show held in North America.
Learn more about the Potato Expo event
On a recent episode of Potato-cast, a podcast hosted by Natalia Cervantes with Potatoes USA, PAPAS project co-director Inga Zasada shares more about the initiative’s goals and research. Listen in to learn more about: Nematode Research: Helping Potato Farmers and Consumers Potato-Cast | Season 3 | Episode 1 Potatoes USA Spotify Apple Google
Learn more about why sampling for nematodes is important for potatoes; consideration for soil sampling (number of samples, depth, time of year); and research about potato nematode presence and sampling.
This panel discussion covers cornerstones of nematode management, presenting the latest information on economic thresholds, and providing an update on the development of nematode resistant potatoes.
The litchi tomato plants have been harvested, sectioned, and stored for further research by PAPAS.
PAPAS, NEM-EMERGE, and PCN Action Scotland presented a first-of-its-kind joint stakeholder workshop, bringing together researchers, policymakers, and potato growers to discuss sustainable management strategies.
For decades, potato growers have fought nematodes with fumigation, crop rotation, and strict sanitation measures. While these practices remain essential, other management options need to be considered.