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Belgian potato processors raised contract prices for raw materials in the 2023/24 season
Belgian processors Agristo and Clarebout have significantly increased contract prices for raw materials for the production of french fries, which...
Growing potatoes in the EU costs 10 euros per hectare
The Netherlands Organization of Consumer Potato Producers (POC) estimates the cost of growing one hectare of potatoes in the coming season...
Plant roots change shape and branch out in search of water.
Scientists have found that plant roots adjust their shape to maximize water absorption. They stop branching when...
Fertilizers reduce the efficiency of pollination by changing the perception of flowers by pollinating insects.
Researchers at the University of Bristol have found that pollinators are less likely to land on flowers sprayed with fertilizer or...
Prospects for cooperation between Russia and Mongolia in the field of agriculture were discussed at the Ministry of Agriculture
The issues of strengthening cooperation between Russia and Mongolia in the field of agro-industrial complex were discussed by the Minister of Agriculture of the Russian Federation Dmitry...
High potato harvest in Belarus
In Belarus, the harvesting campaign is gradually coming to an end. Farmers have already managed to harvest the main grain crops, potatoes...
Sprayer drones are popular in the Netherlands
With the advent of unmanned aerial sprayers in the Netherlands, lighter and more compact options stand the best chance. According to...
Small European onion crop opens up new market opportunities
The expected onion crop in Europe will be 6,3 million tons, more than 13 percent less than...
How do plants protect themselves from DNA damage?
In animals, DNA damage can lead to the formation of tumors. Although plants live for a long time without cancer, ...
Air pollution threatens natural pest control methods
According to a study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, when oilseed rape fields are exposed to...