What is The Potato Association of America?

 

The Association: The Potato Association of America (PAA) was formed in 1913 by a handful of dedicated individuals from Maine, New York, Colorado and Washington D.C. Members are primarily from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Latin America, but another 50 countries throughout the world are represented in the membership.
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Purpose & Activities: The PAA has as a paramount objective the collection and dissemination of the best available technical and practical information relating to all aspects of potato production, biology, and utilization. The PAA serves as the official professional society for those involved in potato research, extension, production, and utilization. The Association provides opportunities to contribute in one or more of eight sections: Breeding & Genetics, Certification, Extension, Plant Protection, Physiology, Production & Management, and Utilization & Marketing.

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American Journal Of Potato Research: The PAA publishes the American Journal Potato Research as a means of disseminating the latest information relating to potato science, including breeding & genetics, crop & storage management, marketing, processing, disease & pest control, and new variety releases.

PAA Endowment

An endowment fund was established in 1999 to provide funds for special projects of benefit to PAA and the potato industry. Members and non-members are invited to contribute.

Annual Meeting: The PAA meets annually, usually in July, at selected sites throughout North America. Research presentations, information exchange, identification of professional contacts, and participation in association business meetings are key activities of the annual meeting. Research, field, and industry tours are highlights of PAA annual meetings.

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