NEW from PAA
Submit Your Research for PAA 2025!
Abstract submissions are open for oral and poster presentations for PAA 2025, taking place from July 27–31, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin! Don't miss your chance to contribute to the leading voice in potato science by sharing your research with a global network of experts. The submission deadline is April 10.
Enter the Graduate Research Competition
The Frank L. Haynes Graduate Student Research Award Competition is open for submissions! This is your chance to showcase your outstanding research in the potato industry and present your work at PAA 2025. To be eligible, you must submit an abstract for an oral or poster presentation by April 10 and be a PAA graduate student member at the time of submission.
About Us
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 30 countries throughout the world are represented in the membership.
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 six sections: Breeding & Genetics, Certification, Extension, Production & Management, Plant Protection, Physiology, and Utilization & Marketing.
JOIN PAA
Membership includes electronic access to all AJPR publications, reduced registration rates and voting rights at the annual meeting along with e-access to the European Association of Potato Research.
LIFETIME MEMBERS
PAA is now taking nominations for the 2025 Honorary Life Membership! This award is presented at the annual meeting and is considered by many attendees the highlight of the banquet. Nominate a deserving individual today!
2025 ANNUAL MEETING
Call for Abstracts!
PAA 2025 Annual Meeting Abstract submissions are now open for the 109th Annual Meeting of The Potato Association of America, taking place from July 27–31, in Madison Wisconsin. Submit your abstract by April 10 to be a key contributor to this year's program.
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL
OF POTATO RESEARCH
The American Journal of Potato Research (AJPR) is a premier outlet for reporting of scientific advances on the potato. The AJPR is recognized internationally by contributors and readers.
Better Potatoes for a Better World


Contact us
The Potato Association of America
3285 Northwood Circle
Ste. 100
St. Paul, MN 55121 USA
Phone +1.651.454.7250 opt. 9
E-mail: [email protected]