GB Potatoes is very pleased to announce a three-year funding commitment to support the Fight Against Blight (FAB) project – a vital national initiative led by the James Hutton Institute that provides invaluable situational intelligence regarding the evolving threat posed by potato late blight. This funding, delivered through a grant from AHDB utilising the residual…

As of April 10th, 2024, the Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) has set a temporary Maximum Residue Level (tMRL) for chlorpropham (CIPC) at 0.35 mg/kg.  This threshold is reviewed annually, and its continuation depends entirely on whether we, as an industry, can provide evidence that it’s still needed. Why This Matters CIPC was a staple in…

The Scottish Aphid Borne Virus Working Group (SABVWG) meets in April for its annual review of “the six steps to effective virus management in certified or home saved seed crops”.  This guide provides a handy reference for all those involved in the production of seed potatoes as well as those producing ware crops.  Understanding how…

The Fresh Potato Suppliers Association (FPSA) was established in 2009 to represent the fresh sector of the potato industry bringing together fresh packers and suppliers to retail.  Its mission was to identify key issues affecting its members and provide a united voice within the sector.  With the processing sector being well represented by the Potato…

The 6th National Virus Forum recently convened to advance discussions on maintaining and progressing the control of virus in seed potato crops. Find out more here.

GB Potatoes is delighted to once again sponsor the Grow Your Own Potatoes (GYOP) project in 2025, helping to inspire the next generation of potato growers! Find out more here

Big news for the potato industry!  The Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) section on potatoes is getting a much-needed review, read more here

CIPC Residues Monitoring Group for the UK potato industry  NEWS RELEASE In 2024, the CIPC Residues Monitoring Group submitted 102 residue data results from potato samples held in stores during 2023/24. The stores had been previously treated with CIPC (chlorpropham) at some time in their history. These data were voluntarily submitted to the Group, on…

Addressing Industry Challenges Head-On The National Virus Forum (NVF) was established in response to the growing challenges faced by the potato industry.  Back in 2018, increasing aphid activity and rising virus levels in seed crops signalled trouble ahead.  By 2019, these concerns became a reality, with significant virus-related problems affecting ware crops across England.  Recognising…

For the second year in a row growers are finding that there is a lack of availability of seed potatoes, particularly for certain varieties. You can find out more here.