Resources for Potato Growers

Potato Varieties

Over the years Oregon State has developed new varieties for different markets, such as large scale potato processors or the gourmet potato market. Learn more about potato variety selection or look through potato varieties released by OSU

Potato Pests

Potato pest research and extension is run out of the Hermiston Agricultural Research and Extension Center and is headed by Silvia Rondon. Information on specific potato pests, such as flea beetles and wireworms, can be found in the Extension catalog.

Potato Diseases

The Plant Pathology Laboratory at Hermiston Agricultural Research and Extension Center provides diagostic services to those in agriculture, including potato growers. 

Potato Publications by OSU Extension

Oregon State's Extension Services has published a number of publications involving potato pests, diseases, irrigation and more. 

Potato Links

A comprehensive potato variety database is maintained by Washinton State University.

PotatoNet - an email list that allows growers to discuss and share potato-related issues. Run by Oregon State University and the Potato Association of America.

Potato Seed Certification

Potato Association of America

Oregon Potato Comission

Extension Potato Publications