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News Release: The World Potato Congress Inc. welcomes Cavendish Farms as a Silver Sustaining Partner.
The World Potato Congress Inc. continues to grow and develop partnerships with potato organizations from around the world and we are excited to add Cavendish Farms as part of this portfolio of partners. Cavendish Farms has several frozen potato processing plants in North America with locations in New Annan, Prince Edward Island, Jamestown, North…
Read MoreSessions and Events of WPC 2024 Adelaide – a Closer Look
Throw Back Thursday: A closer look at the two days of sessions and events of World Potato Congress 2024 in Adelaide.The World Potato Congress Inc. is excited to share with our global contacts this combination of press releases, photos and video prepared by Potatoes Australia. Thank you to Potatoes Australia for your excellent coverage and…
Read MoreStart Reliving the World Potato Congress 2024
Join us as we relive the World Potato Congress 2024 in a short series of emails. Kicking off below with the Opening Events. Side Bar- The World Potato Congress Inc. is excited to share with our global contacts this short series of press releases prepared by Potatoes Australia. Thank you to Potatoes Australia for your…
Read MoreWPC Welcomes Sangha Group to the Silver Sustaining Partner Sponsorship Program
World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC) President, Dr. Peter VanderZaag, along with the WPC Directors and International Advisors, is pleased to welcome Sangha Group as a Silver Sustaining Partner. Sangha Group, based in Jalandhar, Punjab, has been a significant player in agribusiness, innovation, and technology in Northwest India since 1962. Sangha group is one of the…
Read MoreCelebration and Recognition of World Potato Congress Inc. Governing Members
The 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide, Australia provided an opportunity for the WPC Inc. to recognize past and present World Potato Congress Directors, International Advisors and Management. Before an audience of over 800 delegates, the WPC Board, led by President Peter VanderZaag, had the opportunity to celebrate those who have played a key role…
Read MoreGlobal Potato Industry Award Winners Announced at the 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide, Australia
On Tuesday, June 25, following the 12th World Potato Congress in Adelaide, Australia, an Industry Award Ceremony was held to recognize nine remarkable individuals who have devoted their life’s work to the potato industry. WPC President Peter VanderZaag presented the awards at the sold-out closing Gala Dinner with over 800 attendees at the iconic Adelaide…
Read MoreThe Inaugural International Day of Potato (IDP) in Rome was celebrated on May 30th.
On the 30th of May, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) celebrated the first International Day of Potato in its headquarters in Rome. The initiative to promote the International Day of Potato (IDP) was started in 2021 by the World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC) along with other key partners. Peru, Belgium, Ireland,…
Read MoreWPC Congress Host Countries for the 2026 and 2028 Events
13th World Potato Congress 2026 : To be decided 14th World Potato Congress 2028 : Ghent, Belgium In 2028, The World Potato Congress is set to make its mark in Ghent, Belgium, with an exciting announcement confirming the city as the host for this prestigious event. The successful bid, led by Belgapom, was supported by…
Read MoreStrengthening the Global Potato Value Chain with Hybrid Diploid True Seed
By Charles Miller, Director, Strategic Alliances & Development, Solynta Background The reliability of the potato value chain is critical to global food and nutritional security. That’s why the potato industry is known for constant innovation. To deliver on the global responsibility, agriculture processes, supply chain, seed science, and more are regularly reviewed and upgraded. One…
Read MoreWPC Celebrating International Day of Potato, May 30th, Around the Globe
Harvesting Diversity, Feeding Hope “So, why potato? …. Because behind every potato, there’s a story of resilience, of determination and of hope. Because the potato isn’t just a vegetable; it’s a symbol of empowerment, of transformation, and of the boundless potential that lies within each and every one of us”. (Excerpt – Kenya’s National Potato…
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