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WPC 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…
Read MoreWPC Welcomes AgriERP, The Polish Potato Federation and Ellips/Elisam as WPC’s newest Silver Sustaining Partners!
The World Potato Congress Inc. is pleased to welcome AgriERP, The Polish Potato Federation and Ellips/Elisam as our newest Silver Sustaining Partners. The Polish Potato Federation was established to integrate the Polish potato industry. It carries out continuous activities aimed at increasing the quality and efficiency of the domestic potato production, which directly…
Read MoreHybrid Tetraploid True Potato Seed (TPS) production in Tripura, India
Dr. Sampriti Baruah, Regional Research Specialist, International Potato Center Dr. Rajib Ghosh, Deputy Director, Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare, Government of Tripura. Background Potatoes play a significant role in Tripura’s agriculture, particularly during the winter season. Around half of the total cultivation cost is allocated to procuring seed tubers. However, obtaining high-quality, disease-free seed…
Read MoreWorld Potato Congress Inc. welcomes BFOOD Trading to their annual Sustaining Partnership as a Platinum Sustaining Partner
The World Potato Congress Inc. is delighted to welcome Batoul Food Supplements Trading L.L.C as a Platinum Sustaining Partner. BFOOD is a leading player in the food supply chain management industry, headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Specializing in both wholesale and retail markets, they provide high-quality food products sourced from trusted suppliers and partners. Driven by a…
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