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Tools to Manage Virus in Seed and Ware Potato Crops
November 26, 2024
The management of virus in potato crops is becoming increasingly critical as the spread of Potato Leaf Roll Virus (PLRV) continues to rise. Understanding how viruses spread and implementing effective control measures is essential for both seed and ware potato growers. Fortunately, growers have access to valuable tools and guidelines to aid in this effort…. -
A Big Step Forward for the Potato Sector
November 20, 2024
I am delighted to share some fantastic news: I have now officially signed the grant agreement between the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) and GB Potatoes. This agreement unlocks the residual potato levy reserves for projects that will benefit the entire potato industry. While it has taken time to reach this point, it represents… -
Reflections on a new potato event
September 9, 2024
Last week I had the pleasure of attending, and having a very small part in the organisation of, a new potato event in the UK @Potatodays UK. Firstly, it is great that the DLG had the confidence in our potato industry to commit to a new event, but also it was good to have the… -
GB Potatoes at summer events
July 22, 2024
With the summer comes the usual round of exciting potato events. GB Potatoes will be at Whole Crop Marketing’s trials day on August 1st near South Cave in Yorkshire. Then up to Dundee in Scotland for potatoes in practice where GB Potatoes are pleased to be a sponsor and will be alongside the National Potato… -
More residue data is urgently needed to keep potato stores in use
July 22, 2024
Potato stores in the UK that previously used CIPC could be at risk of becoming unusable due to the residue of CIPC. As of April 10th, 2024, CRD set the tMRL for CIPC at 0.35 mg/kg. This tMRL is maintained so long as the industry can prove that it is required. To demonstrate this, data… -
World Wide Celebration of the Potato
June 7, 2024
The 30th of May was the International Day of the Potato. This day, dedicated to the potato, acknowledges its importance as a vital food source and its impact on cultures worldwide. Whether mashed, baked, fried, or boiled, the potato remains a beloved and essential part of our global diet, deserving of its special day of… -
AHDB News Release
April 22, 2024
AHDB recommends residual potato levy funds to be used for industry projects Ministers are to be asked by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) to consider using residual potato levy funds to support seven industry projects through a grant to GB Potatoes. The recommendation has been made by AHDB’s board following the wind down… -
CIPC Residues Monitoring Group
April 20, 2024
for the UK potato industry Chair: Adrian Cunnington Secretary: Andrew Curtis WE NEED YOUR DATA TO ENSURE STORES STAY IN USE CMRG has already been given pan-industry support from the following organisations who have offered to sit on the Group: GB Potatoes, UK Potato Processors Association, Fresh Potato Suppliers Association, National Farmers Union, National Association… -
SPot Store event – 14th May 2024
April 10, 2024
Winters Lane Storage Ltd,Winters Lane,Long Sutton,SpaldingPE12 9BE GB Potatoes in partnership with Potato Storage Insight and SDF Agriculture have launched the Strategic Potato (SPot) storage project. This is a new project to help refine potato storage practices and its aim is to fine tune practices through on farm research and learning. Rather than reviewing older… -
National Virus Forum Feb 2024: A Call to Action
March 21, 2024
On the 7th of February 2024, stakeholders from across the agricultural spectrum converged at FERA for the National Virus Forum. Led by Mark Taylor, GB Potatoes Chair, this gathering marked the fifth meeting of its kind, with representatives from various sectors, totalling over 45 attendees, including both physical and virtual participants. As discussions unfolded, it became…
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