The University of Idaho has provided videos for harvest crews to help in bruise and quality management. These 3-minute videos highlight how to run and operate equipment associated with harvest…
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The John Deere Smart Connector for Compact Utility Tractors transfers information from your tractor to your smartphone via a Bluetooth connection The TractorPlus App uses data from the Smart Connector to…
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Greentronics has added several new features to its RiteWeight in-line conveyor scale product. The new features are designed to automate harvest and storage data recording. Data are uploaded via Android…
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In a letter sent to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, the National Potato Council (NPC) and several state organizations requested that the federal government increase tariffs on frozen…
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Potato Expo 2021 is accepting submissions for Potato Talk sessions. The Potato Expo 2021 is being held January 6-7 in Grapevine, Texas. Expo is seeking submissions for such topics as:…
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Taco Bell has dropped potato items from its offerings, reportedly as part of an effort to simplify its menu. This includes Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes, Cheesy Potato Grillers and Spicy Potato…
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The Miller Research Field Day which is normally held this time of year in Rupert, Idaho, is being rescheduled for later this year, likely in November. Miller Research is currently…
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The Agricultural Marketing Service has issued a solicitation for the procurement of canned and frozen seasonal vegetables that includes 131,580 cases of canned white potato slices. Bids are due August 28. The specialist…
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Potatoes USA is reporting that U.S. potato exports for the July 2019 – June 2020 marketing year (MY20), declined 2.6 percent in value and 2.2 percent for the fresh weight…
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Washington State University is conducting a short survey regarding beet leafhopper management in Columbia Basin potato crops. If you do not work with or grow potatoes in the Columbia Basin,…
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