PotatoLink on the road: Issue 14

The recent tour of Australia's key potato-growing regions brought a series of impactful workshops to Ballarat (Vic), the Lockyer Valley (Qld), Ulverstone (Tas), and multiple locations across South Australia (SA). Almost 190 attendees (growers, agronomists, suppliers and others) took time out of their busy schedules to network, share insights, and dive into the latest developments in growing spuds. These workshops offered an invaluable opportunity for hands-on learning and collaboration, strengthening the growing community and driving the industry forward.

The roadshow, an ambitious tour covering over 4,000 kilometres, featured American potato pathologists Professor Amy Charkowski from Colorado State University and Associate Professor Phillip Wharton from the University of Idaho. Alongside local experts and representatives from Hort Innovation, AUSVEG, and QDAF, this dynamic team hit the road to empower growers with the latest strategies for boosting potato quality and yield.