The R&D forum held in Brisbane on the 4th of June showcased Australian potato levy-funded R&D and other projects, highlighting practical outcomes and insights that support real-world adoption on-farm. View the presentations here.

A new demonstration trial in North Motton, Tasmania focused on optimising fertiliser practices in potatoes by evaluating varying rates, timings (pre-spread, at planting, and top-dress), and approaches (crop sampling and conventional programs) to improve grower profitability and potato marketability.

PotatoLink attended the 2024 World Potato Congress (WPC) in Adelaide, SA and connected with local industry members, international potato experts and growers. In addition to the PotatoLink stand, Regenerative Potato Production panel session, Hort Innovation R&D Forum, the PotatoLink team also presented a poster showcasing the projects extension and communication strategy and its' engagement with growers to enhance soil health, featuring a grower from Queensland. View the poster here.

PotatoLink Bulletin July 2024 is packed with the latest news an updates for potato growers and all involved in the industry.