Pioneering potato breeder Dave Holm retires
This June, Dave Holm will retire after 43 years of service to Colorado State University’s San Luis Valley Research Center and Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture.
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CSU alum aides potato research in Ethiopia
In the Amhara Region of northwest Ethiopia, the majority of farmers practice traditional subsistence farming methods. While these practices are steeped in local culture and tradition, potato growers in this region are facing a multitude of challenges.
Potato pathogens meet their match through $8 million multistate research initiative
CSU researchers will continue exploring best practices for strong, disease-resistant potato crops in Colorado and beyond.
Employee Appreciation Board recognizes San Luis Valley Research Center employees
The San Luis Valley Research Center was recognized by the Employee Appreciation Board for minimizing wind damage.
Researchers develop nutrient-rich purple potato
A group of researchers from CSU have recently developed potato varieties that satisfy these nutritional needs and could act as a preventive measure to several diseases.