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Hello, Bluesky.

The Potato Association of America is here—sharing research, education, and updates for the potato community. We’re glad to connect with you.

#potatoscience
January 29, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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So honored to be featured by @ourpublicservice.bsky.social to talk a little bit about my work!

And very grateful for the two awesome labs that I work in! @btiscience.bsky.social @plantdiseaseguy.bsky.social

#plantpathology #science #potatoscience #scicomm

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Did you know publicly-funding science supports American farms? Meet Isako “Izzi” Di Tomassi, a plant pathologist who studies plant disease so crops can grow into healthy food and power our economy… |...
Did you know publicly-funding science supports American farms? Meet Isako “Izzi” Di Tomassi, a plant pathologist who studies plant disease so crops can grow into healthy food and power our economy. I...
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July 1, 2026 at 2:29 PM
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🥔🌍 On #InternationalPotatoDay, we’re looking ahead to an innovative future for #PotatoScience.

Leading the development of the National Potato Innovation Centre #NPIC, focused on:
✅ Climate resilience
✅ Crop improvement
✅ Agri-food growth

More: ow.ly/1oCH50W1qYh
May 30, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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PAA 2026 begins Sunday! There is still time to join us July 26–30: https://www.potatoassociation.org/Events/PAA2026/Pages/default.aspx

Attending? Download the meeting app and start building your agenda!

Safe travels. We’ll see you in New Orleans!

#PAA2026 #PotatoScience #PlantScience
July 24, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Put your organization in front of the global potato science community at #PAA2026! Build brand recognition, start meaningful conversations, and demonstrate your commitment to research and industry progress.

Explore sponsorship: https://bit.ly/4qcaOKA
#sponsorship #potatoscience
June 3, 2026 at 10:35 PM
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Learn from leaders advancing diploid #breeding in our April 1 webinar!

🥔 David S. Douches, Michigan State University
🥔 Han Tan, University of Maine

Free for PAA members—register today: https://bit.ly/4rxLY8N

#education #potatoscience
March 25, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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Calling all PAA members! Get your cameras ready for the first-ever PAA #PhotoContest. Share your favorite potato-related photos for a chance to have your work featured at PAA 2027 in Minneapolis.

Submit your best shot: https://forms.scisoc.org/paa-photo-contest/

#PAAMembership #PotatoScience
September 11, 2026 at 11:37 PM
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Advance registration for #PAA2026 closes today, June 15!

Register now to secure your best rate and join colleagues from across research, industry, and Extension in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 26–30.

Register: https://bit.ly/3P8DeIG

#potatoresearch #potatoscience #NewOrleans
June 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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What does it really take to move from tetraploid systems to diploid breeding pipelines?

Find out in our April 1 webinar, presented by the Breeding & Genetics Section.

Don't miss out! Register today: https://bit.ly/4rxLY8N

#potatoscience #breeding #genetics #webinar
March 20, 2026 at 11:05 PM
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Diploid breeding is reshaping the future of potato improvement. Join us on April 1 for a #paawebinar from the Breeding & Genetics Section.

💻 FREE for members | $49 for nonmembers | Register now: https://bit.ly/4rxLY8N

Not a member? Join today!

#breeding #potatoscience
March 6, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Heading to New Orleans July 26–30? Don’t miss the President’s Opening & Welcome Reception to kick off the week. 🎉

Reconnect with colleagues and meet new faces before a week full of great conversations and events.

Be there: https://bit.ly/3P8DeIG
#potatoscience #AgResearch #NewOrleans
June 8, 2026 at 11:32 PM
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There's only 5 days left to secure your best rate for the best potato science meeting of the year! Don't fall behind on a year's worth of advancements.

Join us July 26–30: https://www.potatoassociation.org/Events/PAA2026/Attend/Registration/Pages/default.aspx

#PAA2026 #PotatoScience #NewOrleans
June 10, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Hiring in potato science? Reach researchers, growers, and industry pros where they already are. Post your opening on the PAA Job Board: https://forms.scisoc.org/paa-job-post/

#Hiring #potatoscience
August 25, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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🚨 Hotel deadline approaching: July 7, 2026 (or until sold out)
Secure your stay at the official venue hotel for #PAA2026 Meeting and stay near the heart of the meeting.

Book Now: https://www.potatoassociation.org/Events/PAA2026/Attend/Pages/Travel.aspx
#PotatoScience #AgScience #NewOrleans
June 12, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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PAA cares about recognizing individuals shaping the field. On Wednesday, July 29, at #PAA2026 we will do just that in the brand-new formatted Award Ceremony & Luncheon.

Join us in recognizing these achievements: https://bit.ly/3P8DeIG
#PotatoScience #AgriculturalResearch
June 4, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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On July 27, PAA is taking over Fulton Alley in New Orleans for Bayou Bids & Bites: food, drinks, and auction!

Every dollar raised supports the Frank L. Haynes Endowment helping graduate students attend #PAA2026.

Register to be there: https://bit.ly/3P8DeIG
#PotatoScience
June 2, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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Did you miss our live webinar? You can still hear from leading potato researchers and industry experts sharing the latest science on glycoalkaloids, tuber greening, food safety risks, and more.

Watch now: https://bit.ly/4mfGH4x
#Glycoalkaloids #PotatoScience #OnDemand
May 29, 2026 at 12:05 AM
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At the Poster Viewing with Authors & Ice Cream Social on July 28 in New Orleans, you can chat directly with the researchers, ask the questions you actually care about.

Plus: science + ice cream is a pretty solid combo.

#PAA2026 #PotatoScience
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May 11, 2026 at 5:45 PM
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This #volunteermonth, we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who keep PAA growing. Thank you for your time, your passion, and your dedication to PAA and our mission.

#thankyou #volunteers #potatoscience
April 24, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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Glycoalkaloids play a critical role in potato safety, quality, and breeding decisions.

Join PAA on May 14 to explore the latest research on what drives tuber concentrations and why it matters across the industry.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4mfGH4x
#potatoscience #paawebinar
April 7, 2026 at 6:06 PM
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Share your research with a focused expert audience at #PAA2026.
The abstract deadline is April 2—submit today: https://bit.ly/4ci3FFd

#potatoscience
March 30, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Working in potato research or applied science? Submit your abstract to #PAA2026 and be part of this year’s program.

The deadline is April 2: https://bit.ly/4ci3FFd

#abstractsubmissions #potatoscience
March 26, 2026 at 9:12 PM
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Registration for #PAA2026 opens soon!

Plan to join colleagues from across research, industry, and extension in New Orleans, July 26–30, for 3 days of scientific sessions, networking, and events.

Mark your calendar & get ready: https://bit.ly/3P8DeIG

#potatoscience
March 20, 2026 at 9:08 PM
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Grad students: we want your research at #PAA2026!

This is your opportunity to build your CV, gain presentation experience, and connect with leaders in the field.

Submit by April 2: https://bit.ly/4ci3FFd

#gradstudents #potatoscience
March 19, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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The potato industry advances through collaboration.

#paamembership connects you with peers, research, and industry insight that support your work year-round.

Join PAA today: https://bit.ly/4bnXvRZ

#potatoscience
March 16, 2026 at 6:13 PM