Potatoes
BASF urges potato and soybean growers to stay ahead of white mold, a disease that can persist in fields, threaten crop performance, and must be managed quickly.
USDA price-index data shows the producer index for all potatoes fell 14.5 percent from last year and 18.2 percent from five years ago.
Washington State Potato Commission Executive Director Chris Voight says China has emerged as one of the biggest competitors in global potato markets, reducing U.S. sales across the Pacific Rim.
Persistent drought and weak market conditions are forcing growers to rethink long-standing practices.
Farm Bureau economist Dr. Faith Parum joins to discuss Fourth of July cookout costs, food price trends, factors contributing to higher grocery bills, and the relationship between consumer food prices and farm income.
Mike Stranz joins us to discuss farm safety net reforms, NFU’s proposed IMSET program, and the challenges facing family farmers nationwide.
National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says potato wart could have devastating consequences for U.S. growers and export markets.
Potato growers now have a fresh benchmark for comparing fertilizer, pesticide, and pest-management practices across major production states.
Industry leaders say overseas markets remain critical as USDA pushes for broader export opportunities.
Reliance on vegetable imports remains uneven, with domestic production still anchoring several major categories.