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A Dickeya solani-free year for Scottish potato growers
The 2011-12 post-harvest tuber survey for Dickeya solani in the Scottish potato crop has found no signs of infection
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An overview of the role of potatoes in the UK diet
Potato Council have drawn together scientific research on the nutrition of potatoes and their contribution to the national diet. A summary document of the research can be found here: An Overview of the role of potatoes in the UK diet
11 May 2012 -
Opportunity to join Potato Council
Potato Council is seeking a Technical Executive to work with Potato Industry levy payers and stakeholders in Scotland to communicate the results of new R&D. The Technical Executive for Scotland will have responsibility for planning and delivery of a number of knowledge campaigns which engender changes in attitudes, behaviour and practice which are beneficial to the Potato...
11 May 2012 -
Correction to ‘Preventing Common Scab’ article
There was an error in the article entitled ‘Preventing Common Scab’ published in the latest edition of Tubertalk. We apologise for any confusion this may have caused. With the recent dry weather, where possible, growers should try to ensure they have sufficient water to undertake a targeted, effectively managed irrigation programme to meet the specification of their target market,...
11 May 2012 -
Results from Potatoes in Practice 2011 now online
The results from last year’s field trials and demonstrations from Potatoes in Practice are now online at www.potato.org.uk/events/potatoes-practice. This important industry event offers growers the opportunity to see the impact of best practice advice and scientific developments in the industry by hosting a number of trials and demonstrations, including those aimed at mechanical and...
10 May 2012