The potato of the future will be more drought tolerant and disease resistant, more environmentally sustainable and climate smart, and meet the needs of producers and consumers. It will add value and help drive the transformation of international food systems. And China’s role in driving this process will be vital.
Highlighting the versatility of the potato, Barbara H. Wells, Director General of the International Potato Center (CIP), spoke about its potential to address global challenges and drive inclusive sustainable economic growth during the forum that opened the 2019 China International Potato in Beijing.