Forging the Future Through Innovation and Resilience
As we close out the year and look towards 2026, there’s genuine cause for optimism in our industry. Despite the … Read More
James Bowan – “Born into potatoes”
James Bowan was “born into potatoes”, growing up on Fallgate Farm near Orari. South Canterbury, which his parents Raymond and … Read More
December 2025
As we reach the end of another busy year, it’s a great time to reflect on the achievements, challenges, and … Read More
Top quality seed potatoes
Last month Potatoes New Zealand hosted the annual New Zealand Certified Seed Potato Grower meeting in Methven. I want to … Read More
Potatoes New Zealand saddened by postponement of the Tour of Southland
Potatoes New Zealand is saddened to learn of the postponement of the 69th edition of the Tour of Southland cycling … Read More
New potato claim protects crops from devastating pest
Potato tuber moth (Phthorimaea operculella) (PTM) can be a significant pest of potato crop production particularly in the upper North … Read More
November 2025
As we move into November, there’s plenty happening across the potato industry. With planting underway or nearly finished in many … Read More
Learning, Connecting, Growing: Netherlands Reflections
In September 2025, Potatoes New Zealand’s Paula Lleras had the opportunity to travel to the Netherlands “the heart of potato … Read More







