Potatoes

23 March 2022

Poster detailing the various diseases and defects that can impact potatoes

7 November 2018

Dry rot is the most important fungal rot of potatoes in Great Britain. The disease affects around 1% of tubers annually. However, its true impact on the industry is often underestimated because the disease enables Erwinia species to colonise and develop into soft rots.

21 February 2022

Blackleg is one of the key diseases across all sectors of the potato industry in Great Britain. This management guide was last updated in 2013.

29 November 2021

Benefits of monitoring energy use in potato stores: case studies from 2008

2 March 2023

Data sought in response to proposed maximum residue levels changes

4 February 2022

Sampling and lab testing for PCN are vital, as, at low levels of infestation, no symptoms are seen in the field. This document provides a step-by-step guide to the sampling and testing process.

1 November 2019

Measure grass growth with a sward stick

19 January 2023

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Weed Resistance Action Group (WRAG).

2 July 2020

5 January 2022

This web page hosts the latest guidance from the Insecticide Resistance Action Group (IRAG). The 'Download' button provides background. Scroll down for guidance.

24 August 2018

Damaged crops cost the UK potato industry over £200/ha and care needs to be taken at every stage of the production system to minimise this cost. Planning ahead, routine maintenance and adapting machinery settings to the conditions are key areas to reducing the risk of damaging crops.

14 November 2019