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WPC welcomes incoming Director Julio Kalazich and International Advisors Krista Shaw, Berta Redondo, Dinah Borus

June 19, 2025

The WPC congratulates Julio Kalazich, as he makes the transition from WPC International Advisor to WPC Director. New International Advisors are welcomed to the World Potato Congress Inc. Julio Kalazich,…

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Chad Hutchinson of TriCal Group, Incoming Director

June 16, 2025

World Potato Congress Inc. is pleased to announce Chad Hutchinson of TriCal Group,  as incoming Director.   With upcoming term retirements of Directors from the World Potato Congress Inc Board,…

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WPC Inc. Announces Board Retirements and Changes to Executive Positions

June 11, 2025

The World Potato Congress Inc. recently held its Annual General Meeting for the 2024-25 year. It was an opportunity to reflect and extend gratitude to the past contributions of outgoing…

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World Potato Congress Inc. Spotlights International Day of the Potato Celebrations Around the Globe

May 28, 2025

  Around the world, celebrations are well underway for the 2nd International Day of the Potato, Friday, May 30th.  Launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations…

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World Potato Congress Inc. welcomes AUSVEG as Platinum Sustaining Partner

May 22, 2025

  As the World Potato Congress begins to ramp up planning for the 13th World Potato Congress 2026 in Kenya, we are excited to welcome our newest Platinum Sustaining Partner,…

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Upcoming Webinar: The Role of Potato in Rural Development and Food Security

May 15, 2025

This international webinar, organized to mark the International Day of the Potato, will explore how this strategic crop contributes to food security, sustainable agriculture, and the resilience of rural communities.…

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13th World Potato Congress – in Kenya, October/November 2026

May 5, 2025

Old plans made new… Kenya to host the 13th World Potato Congress – October/November 2026 It is with great excitement, and much anticipation that the World Potato Congress Inc. announces…

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The WPC is excited to support the FAO in the launch of the theme for the 2nd International Day of Potato:

April 30, 2025

Shaping history, feeding the future.   From the FAO press release: “This year’s theme is in recognition of the journey of the potato – from its domestication in the Andes…

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WPC Webinar: The Ecosystem Elements of Potato Sustainability with John Mesko, CEO, Potato Sustainability Alliance

April 22, 2025

Rescheduled webinar Presentation Title: The Ecosystem Elements of Potato Sustainability. Date:  Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm EST (USA/Toronto) Presenter: John Mesko, CEO, Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) Register Here!  …

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World Potato Congress Inc. Welcomes Potatoes Australia Ltd. as Gold Sustaining Partner

April 16, 2025

Potatoes Australia Ltd is pleased to announce its commitment as a Gold Sustaining Partner of the World Potato Congress Inc. This decision follows the resounding success of the 2024 World…

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