Navigating Economic Uncertainty
By Ben Johnston, COO of Kapitus Iran Conflict: The war with Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and forced producers in the Gulf region to begin shutting down oil and…
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AgWest: Strong Movement, Weak Prices Strain Potato Growers
Potato producers remain under pressure as elevated production costs persist across major growing regions. Total costs per acre continue to trend higher, keeping breakevens historically elevated and limiting growers’ ability…
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PNVA Offering Up to $22k in Scholarships
The Pacific Northwest Vegetable Association (PNVA) is offering up to $22,000 in scholarships with the scholarship being renewable for an additional year, pursuant to guidelines set by the PNVA board. This scholarship…
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AMS Issues Solicitation for Bulk Potatoes for Further Processing
The Agricultural Marketing Service has issued solicitation 2000011198, 12-3J14-26-B-0163 for the procurement of bulk of potatoes of further processing. Bids are due March 20, 2026, by 3:00 pm CT. Questions…
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Investigating Idaho Potato Pathogen
By John O’Connell, University of Idaho University of Idaho Extension soil sample testing reveals that three-quarters of Idaho potato fields are now infected with some level of the pathogen Spongospora, which can cause the…
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Farmer Sentiment Rebounds, but Future Expectations Continue to Slide
The February Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 3 points to 116, driven by stronger views of current conditions. But future expectations slipped again, falling to its lowest level since September…
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Sklarczyk Elected NPC President
The National Potato Council (NPC) has installed its 2026 roster of Executive Committee leaders at the organization’s annual NPC Washington Summit. During the Annual Meeting of the Voting Delegates on…
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NASDA Commends Progress on Farm Bill
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) CEO Ted McKinney praised U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for releasing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of…
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AgWest: Large Crop and Market Pressures Weigh on Potato Producers and Processors
Potato producers face high supplies and market pressure. The large 2025 crop (estimated at 412 million cwt) is poised to keep open-market prices below breakeven. Lower prices helped the fresh…
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Haute Potato Collection Auction Feb. 11-17
The Haute Potato Collection is a limited couture capsule debuting at New York Fashion Week, featuring modern, high-fashion pieces inspired by Idaho potato sacks. Created by Idaho-born fashion designer Cartier Dior…
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