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Sessions 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 for hosting a world class event!

What a day it was on Monday, June 24! The Adelaide Convention Centre was packed with over 900 delegates, all excited to hear from leaders and innovators of the global potato industry. The day was brimming with insightful presentations, enlightening discussions and plenty of networking opportunities.

Cedric Porter, Editor of World Potato Markets

Cedric Porter, Editor of World Potato Markets, gave an informative presentation on global trade issues and opportunities.

 

Blair Richardson, CEO and President of Potatoes USA

Blair Richardson, CEO and President of Potatoes USA, delivered a lively insight into marketing potatoes to the next generation.

Photos by Festival City Photography

 

To see more from the first day of the World Potato Congress 2024, select the buttons below:

Monday Morning Highlights

 

The enthusiasm continued on Tuesday June 25! Delegates gathered to explore the latest advancements in potato research and industry trends. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement and collaboration. Speakers covered topics such as Food Waste, Storage Technology and IPM. Delegates actively participated with engaging panel discussions and Q&A time with all of the presenters. An incredible opportunity for global interactions contributed to shaping the future of the potato industry.

The Global Potato Panel and discussion with [from left to right] Simon Heck (CIP), Brett Fifield, (CEO, Hort Innovation), Blair Richardson (CEO, Potatoes USA), Hannah Brown (Executive Director, SARDI), Sonia Waterson (EO, Potatoes Australia), Kate Trufitt (CEO, Potatoes New Zealand), Willie Jacobs (CEO, Potatoes South Africa) and Peter VanderZaag (President, WPC)

 

There was plenty of engagement from the audience.

Jang Bandhur Singh Sangha

Jang Bandhur Singh Sangha asks a question with the throwable microphone.

 

WPC President Peter VanderZaag and Dr Nigel Crump

WPC President Peter VanderZaag and Dr Nigel Crump address the crowd at the Gala dinner

 

To delve into the inspiring stories of the Global Potato Industry Award Winners, announced at the Gala dinner, click the button below.

Global Potato Industry Awards

 

The first ever Potatoes Australia award; The Ross Trimboli Award for Industry Leadership & Advocacy was also presented at the Gala dinner by the Hon Clare Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development to Dr. Nigel Crump.

Named in honour and memory of South Australian industry stalwart Mr Ross Trimboli. With his parents and brothers, Ross commenced farming on the Northern Adelaide Plains in the early 1950s. The award recipient, Dr Nigel Crump is equally as staunch an advocate of the Potato Industry in Australia and internationally.

Click the button below to discover more about the The Ross Trimboli Award and WPC Recognition Awards, recently honoured at the fabulous Gala dinner!

The Ross Trimboli Award and WPC Governance Recognition

 

A sold out Gala Dinner needs a Gala dinner highlight reel! Thank you to all who supported this event and we do hope all who attended enjoyed the Post Congress and Partner Program tours. We look forward to seeing you again in Gdansk, Poland in 2026!

Gala Dinner Highlights

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