NEWS OVERVIEW
Agrico News
Stay up to date with the latest news from Agrico! On this page, you’ll find updates on innovations, events, and developments in the potato sector. From new varieties and sustainability initiatives to international collaborations – discover what’s happening within our organization and in the world of potatoes.
Jolene, consistent appearance in combination with good internal quality
This year Agrico once again has a number of new varieties that have been added to the Dutch Variety List. One of these varieties is Jolene. Jolene is a new variety in Agrico’s portfolio. It can rightly be considered to be a multipurpose variety, which is suitable for washed and packaged potatoes and for home fries.
Paradiso, a high yielding potato variety
Paradiso is one of our “spotlight” varieties. Spotlight varieties are young, innovative varieties within our portfolio that are currently gaining a share of the market. Paradiso has a high yielding capacity and a beautiful appearance, including after long-term storage. This variety is interesting for both seed potato growers and table potato growers.
Agrico builds a mini tuber storage facility
On Wednesday 17 November 2021, the first pile was driven for the mini tuber storage facility being constructed by Agrico at the ‘De Munt’ business park in Emmeloord. By constructing its own mini tuber storage facility, Agrico is taking the next step in its professionalization. Because of the enhanced focus on quality and the increased quantities of mini tubers, Agrico decided to construct its own mini tuber storage facility.
Next Generation varieties Bangladesh
Our Phytophthora-resistant Next Generation varieties Carolus and Alouette are cultivated in Bangladesh. These varieties provide a solid foundation for a sustainable and healthy crop.
Agrico presents new varieties during Meet & Greet
On Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 November, Agrico presented two new varieties during an intimate Meet & Greet at its breeding and research farm, Agrico Research in Bant. COVID-19 has led to temporarily taking a slightly different approach this year, with Agrico’s Meet & Greet. This smaller set-up gave Agrico the opportunity to welcome its customers in person, in a responsible manner, with a focus on seeing and meeting everybody.