A little more about quality and certification

A little more about quality and certification

         ISO is an international standardization organization that develops and maintains standards in many areas, including quality, safety, environment, and others. ISO certification means that a company goes through a process of verification and confirmation that its management system complies with a specific ISO standard.

Does it make sense to form ridges before planting?

Does it make sense to form ridges before planting?

    The yield and quality of potato tubers determine the level of profitability and economic feasibility of growing potatoes. Industrial potato growing has accumulated a lot of scientific and practical experience and developed modern industrial growing technologies. But the process of learning does not stop there; new varieties and new elements of technology are introduced into production every year.

Preparing potato seeds for planting

Preparing potato seeds for planting.

Preparing potato seeds for planting is an important step in growing this crop. Seeds that have been properly prepared will yield a good harvest and ensure high quality of the product. In this article, we will look at three important procedures: warming, hatching and chemical treatment of potato seeds.

Riviera bestseller sales!

Riviera bestseller sales!

The Riviera potato is a variety that has become the most popular among growers around the world. This variety was developed in the Netherlands by Agrico.  It has very good yields, high quality and long-term storage.  It is a real bestseller in our farm. In this article, we will take a closer look at the characteristics of the Riviera variety, its advantages and disadvantages, and advise you on how to grow this potato variety.

Soil cultivation before planting potatoes

Soil cultivation before planting potatoes.

Soil cultivation before planting potatoes is an important step in growing this crop. The main rule is not to grow potatoes in the same place for two years in a row because of soil depletion and the risk of disease spread. For this purpose, we use a regular crop rotation: potatoes followed by wheat.

Getting started with irrigation

Getting started with irrigation

Irrigation is an important stage of potato cultivation, as this crop requires sufficient moisture for growth and development. It helps to ensure a constant level of moisture in the soil, reduce the impact of unfavorable weather conditions and increase yields.

Therefore, in response to climate change and to increased potato production, the Zhytomyr branch of Adelaide Farm began work on the construction of an irrigation system in 2023.