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For half a decade, the KPO Vostok waste processing complex in the Egorievsk district of Moscow Oblast has been conducting groundbreaking agricultural experiments. By growing vegetables on technogenic soil—processed organic waste—researchers are testing whether recycled substrates can replace traditional farming…
For years, farmers debated whether removing potato foliage before harvest was necessary. However, agronomic research and field experience now confirm its importance. Ksenia Davydova, an agronomist with 20 years of experience, emphasizes that cutting potato tops isn’t just…
Farmers and agronomists in Altai Krai have kicked off the early harvest season, with promising results for potatoes, vegetables, and melons. According to the regional Ministry of Agriculture, "Russky Ovosch" in Pervomaysky District was the first to start harvesting early-maturing potatoes, collecting 250…
In May–June 2024, potato prices in Stavropol Krai soared to 150–200 rubles per kilogram due to supply shortages and seasonal demand fluctuations. However, recent data from newstracker.ru indicates a significant drop, with current prices stabilizing at an average of 89 rubles/kg. Regional…
Astrakhan Oblast has solidified its position as a major potato producer, with nearly 500,000 tons harvested in 2023, according to regional reports. The Yenotayevsky District leads this growth, leveraging high-yield varieties, precision irrigation, and modern machinery to maximize output. One standout enterprise, Astrakhan…
A growing body of research suggests that dietary copper, found in common vegetables like potatoes and patissons, may play a crucial role in maintaining brain health and reducing the risk of dementia. Professor Weiai Jia from Hebei…
Seasonal agricultural labor remains a vital part of the farming economy, providing temporary employment for thousands of workers. According to recent reports from the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, harvesting potatoes and other vegetables can yield…
Firdus Salavatullin, a farmer from Buinsky District, had high hopes for this year’s early potato and beet crops. His fields yielded large, healthy tubers—yet buyers are offering prices far below expectations. “There are plenty of potatoes, but no…
After hit video tours in Russia and Kazakhstan, Viktor Kovalev – The Potato Enthusiast – heads to India for a documentary and mini-series on Indian potato farming. Filming: Oct – Nov 2025 Premiere: Dec 2025 at the…
Kaliningrad’s farmers will begin delivering locally grown young potatoes to store shelves in the next one to two weeks, according to Alexey Yelayev, deputy director of the Spar retail chain. Currently, most potatoes sold in the region…
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Russia has already harvested 240,000 tons of potatoes by mid-July—a 64,000-ton increase (+36%) over the same period in 2023. Leading regions include Astrakhan, Krasnodar, and Stavropol, with active harvesting also underway in Kabardino-Balkaria, Volgograd, and Crimea. Alexey…
Nongshim announced on the 5th that it will begin producing its "Sumi Chip" snack using fresh Sumi potatoes starting on the 19th. The Sumi Chip is unique in that it exclusively uses domestically grown Sumi potatoes year-round,…
