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WPC Webinar reminder: The National Potato Program and its Contribution to Potato Industry Advancement in China” – by Jin Liping, April 3 -8am EST (US)
Reminder to Register for the April 3rd webinar: The World Potato Congress Inc. is pleased to present the Webinar: The National Potato Program and its Contribution to Potato Industry Advancement in China” by Jin Liping, April 3, 2024 at 8:00 am Eastern Standard Time (USA/Canada). Presentation Outline: Potato plays a pivotal role in ensuring China’s…
Read MoreWorld Potato Congress 2024 – Deadline extended! ⏰
Abstract submission & Early bird registration deadlines extended! Great news for those who are yet to register and/or submit their abstracts. Both deadlines for the 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide from 23-26 June, 2024 have now been extended to MONDAY 15 APRIL, 2024. Thank you to everyone who has already registered and/or submitted their abstracts All accepted papers will…
Read MoreWPC Supports FAO in Launching the International Day of the Potato Promotional Campaign “Harvesting Diversity – Feeding Hope” – May 30th Celebrations
In 2021, the World Potato Congress Inc, (WPC), under the support of Directors Romain Cools and André Devaux, began to explore the idea of a day to celebrate and honour the potato. Over the years, multiple countries from around the world became engaged with the FAO/UN on this initiative. Fast forward to 2024, the WPC is…
Read MoreApplications for Sponsorship to attend World Potato Congress, Adelaide, Australia are now open.
The World Potato Congress Inc, (WPC), is an organization committed to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Sustainability Goals, the objectives of which include improving food security and nutrition for all and to find new and better ways to promote sustainable agriculture. In addition, the “Declaration of Dublin: Fostering Potato Partnerships for Food…
Read MoreKIWA, Revalorizing Native Potatoes in Ecuador
Martin Acosta, Inalproces, Ecuador (martin@kiwalife.com) Background In Ecuador, national production of potatoes in 2021 was 250,000 tons, with a harvested area of 19,088 hectares (ha) and an average yield of 13.0 t/ha. The potato is an important part of the production systems of the Ecuadorian highlands, it constitutes an important source of food and income…
Read MoreWorld Potato Congress Inc. Welcomes Peak of the Market as a Silver Sustaining Partner
“We extend a warm welcome to Peak of the Market as a new member of our family of Sustaining Partners,” says WPC President Dr. Peter VanderZaag. “Peak of the Market is proactive in building relationships within the potato industry in the provinces of Manitoba and Alberta, Canada. We, at WPC, are grateful for their support of World…
Read MoreAnnouncing Ms. Robbie Davis as Ambassador to the 12th World Potato Congress to be held in Adelaide, Australia – June 23-26, 2024.
Potatoes Australia Ltd. is pleased to officially declare Ms. Robbie Davis as the Ambassador for the highly anticipated World Potato Congress 2024 to be held in Adelaide from June 23 to 26, 2024. Ms. Davis, a distinguished figure in the Australian potato industry and agribusiness, brings a wealth of experience and passion that will undoubtedly…
Read MoreRequest for 2024 World Potato Congress Industry Award Nominations
Due to the overwhelming response of nominations; we will no longer be accepting new ones. Thank you 12th WORLD POTATO CONGRESS ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA JUNE 23-26, 2024 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS INDUSTRY AWARDS On behalf of Dr. Peter VanderZaag, President, World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC), and Chairman, and WPC Industry Awards Committee, we are pleased to announce that nominations…
Read MoreEyes On Potatoes: Adelaide Australia Set to Host the 12th World Potato Congress
In 2024, Australia proudly welcomes the 12th World Potato Congress to Adelaide, marking a significant moment for the global potato industry. Scheduled from June 23-26, the World Potato Congress not only provides a platform to showcase the excellence of the Australian potato sector but aims to thrust potatoes into the limelight as a compelling, health-conscious, and nutritious…
Read MoreAnnouncing the Resolution on the International Day of Potato by the United Nations
The World Potato Congress Inc. is pleased to inform you that the resolution on the International Day of the Potato has been adopted by consensus of the United Nations General Assembly earlier this week. Photo credit: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Peru. It has been a passionate endeavor by the World Potato Congress Board of…
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