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How do we ensure reliable seed potato quality across the world?

In an upcoming World Potato Congress webinar, experts will discuss the revised UNECE Seed Potato Standard (S-1). This globally recognized framework supports certification systems and international seed potato trade.

Specialists from Finland, Australia, the Netherlands, Scotland and South Africa will explain the key updates and their practical implications for the potato sector.

Date: March 16
Time: 15:00 – 16:00 CET

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World Potato Congress Inc.

UNECE Seed Potato Standard at the center of World Potato Congress webinar - Potatoworld Reliable access to high quality seed potatoes is fundamental to the productivity and resilience of the global potato sector. To highlight recent developments

On Wednesday December 10-th 2025, the World Potato Congress Inc. will once again organise an online session for potato professionals. This time, the focus is on a persistent and globally growing challenge: and the impact these larvae have on potato cultivation.

Crop rotation key to control wireworms - Potatoworld During the webinar, Dr. Christine Noronha will present the latest insights from her research on rotational cultivation as a Wireworms control strategy.

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Interseed – Robust Low-Input Varieties
Low input, high output!

Interseed Potatoes develops varieties that thrive under climate change and deliver top performance for processors and growers alike.
Visit their team already Wednesday afternoon in Emmeloord and discover future-proof French fry and crisping genetics.

Learn more in our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTw2x0

Meijer Potato – Everybody Deserves to Enjoy Food

Food that makes a difference.

Meijer Potato mission is: “Everybody deserves to enjoy food.”

Discover Lady Jane, a true all-rounder, proving that great taste and sustainability can go hand in hand.

Explore their story in our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTvPC0

Geersing Potato Specialist – Quality Meets Technology

Strong genetics meet smart tech!

and RMA-Techniek join forces to show how digital grading boosts seed quality.

Their star variety PETER PAN is strong against Phytophthora — proof that innovation drives resilience.

Read more in our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTs560

Germicopa – Stress Resistance as a breeding goal

From Brittany to the world 🌍

Germicopa focuses on varieties that resist both biotic and abiotic stress — like Punchy for crisping and Luneba for starch.

Together with , they’re building a strong potato portfolio.

Read more in our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTtBY0

Danespo – Quality from the Top of Europe

From Denmark to the world’s fields! 🇩🇰

Danespo presents Elinor and Pondus: robust, virus- and blight-tolerant varieties that thrive from Nordic soils to North Africa.

Visit their team at Beachclub Lemmer during the Potato Variety Days!

Discover their breeding focus and more in our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTr210

Resistance. Resilience. Efficiency. = Europlant’s motto for the future.

Meet “The Unstoppables”: ETANA, DONATA, ISLARA, JELLY and more. Each built for performance under pressure.

Learn more in our Potato Variety Days e-book:
https://hubs.ly/Q03QTs8z0

EUROPLANT Pflanzenzucht GmbH

Cygnet – UK Breeding Excellence

Yield = sustainability! 🇬🇧

Cygnet Potato Breeders Ltd the largest independent breeder in the UK, brings robust, heat-tolerant and PCN-resistant varieties like Elland and Kingsman — reaching over 100 tonnes per hectare.

Discover how British genetics contribute to global food security.
Download our e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QTqNc0

Comptoir du Plant – Exclusive Varieties

Tailored varieties for a changing world. 🌍

Comptoir du Plant focuses on sustainable, multipurpose varieties — from the blight-resistant Toutatis to the crisping Enduro and organic Esperanto.
Personal advice, local production, global reach.

Read their full story in the Potato Variety Days e-book:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03QNRwD0

Bretagne Plants Innovation – French Breeding Power

Brittany’s breeders are scaling up! 🇫🇷

Bretagne Plants Innovation modernises its breeding station — boosting capacity by 30% — and introduces new varieties like Elegante, Pomroll, Alouena and Najah.

Innovation, resistance and export potential in one French portfolio.

Discover this and more in our Potato Variety Days e-book:
https://hubs.ly/Q03QmFcn0