There is energy and enthusiasm in the Prince Edward Island potato industry, judging by the number of exhibitors and attendees at the recent International Potato Technology Expo. The Expo, held February 21st and 22nd at the Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown, PEI, saw more than 3,100 people in attendance. This was a record level attendance for the event and it included farmers and industry partners attending from across Canada and the United States.
Potato growers, processors, equipment dealers, scientists, agronomists, financial advisors and many more attended the biennial event. "PEI's Potato Expo was the one to attend for anyone who works in the potato industry, and was a great example of how important and thriving our industry is," says John Visser, chair of the PEI Potato Board. "We have an engaged sector full of people who are leaders and interested in moving things forward."
The Expo saw more than 3,100 people in attendance.
The Expo featured a conference on the two mornings of the event, presented by the Prince Edward Island Potato Board, the Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture and the United Potato Growers of Canada, with sponsorship from Farm Credit Canada and Syngenta. Thursday's line-up of speakers focused on the latest updates in potato market information, an agricultural economic outlook and a panel discussion on attracting and retaining labor in agriculture. Friday's speakers focused on primarily on agronomic topics, including integrated pest management and precision agriculture.
The International Potato Technology Expo will return in 2026.
For more information:
Prince Edward Island Potato Board
Tel: +1 (902) 892-6551
[email protected]
www.peipotato.org