Displaying items by tag: potatoes

Wednesday, 02 August 2017 10:55

Potato blight problem solved - researcher

'The potato problem is solved' is the bold claim of a Canterbury researcher who believes the industry can be transformed by simply growing potatoes under finely perforated plastic mesh covers.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 21 June 2016 14:27

‘TPP’ is hurting tomato trade

Horticulture New Zealand has welcomed a decision by the Environmental Protection Authority to allow the release of the bug Tamarixia.

Published in General News
Tuesday, 14 June 2016 17:38

Tomatoes, spuds down, lamb up

Food prices fell 0.5% in May 2016, following a 0.3% rise in April, Statistics New Zealand says.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 23 December 2015 07:55

From infant powder to spuds

Chris Claridge loves his potatoes.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 11 November 2015 10:34

Cadmium-resistant potatoes for NZ growers

A new line of cadmium-resistant potatoes could give New Zealand potato growers a marketing edge.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 19 August 2015 09:50

New Zealand potatoes bound for Vietnam

Fresh potatoes from New Zealand have been approved for export to Vietnam, providing a new export opportunity for growers.

Published in General News
Thursday, 23 July 2015 12:43

Potato expert praises NZ research

An international potato industry expert has praised New Zealand’s world-leading research during a visit to speak at the Potatoes New Zealand Inc. annual conference.

Published in General News
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