New from Potato Association of America!

Join Us in Madison for PAA 2025, July 27-31

Registration is now open for our 2025 Annual Meeting! Register now to join us for three days of new discoveries and connections!
Abstract Submissions are open until April 10—including submissions for the Frank L. Haynes Graduate Student Research Award. Showcase your work and contribute to advancing potato research.

Get Involved and Serve Your Association!

PAA is seeking nominations for the offices of Vice President, Secretary, and 2 Directors seats on the PAA Board of Directors.
Nomination Deadline: April 24, 2025

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About PAA

The PAA serves as the official professional society for those involved in potato research, extension, production, and utilization. Our mission is to provide the best available technical and practical information relating to all aspects of potato production, biology and utilization.

We represent primarily the United States, Canada, Mexico and Latin America, but have members from over 30 countries throughout the world!

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Membership Management & Status

Activate Your Account!

Our membership records have been moved to a new platform. You will need to activate your account by setting a password. PAA has sent all members an e-mail with instructions on setting a password and activating your account.

Membership renewal is now available in our new system. After setting up your account, click here and follow the instructions to process your renewal.

Note: You must activate your account as described above before you can renew your membership.

Renew Your Membership

Engage in leading potato research and become a PAA member today!

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2025 Annual Meeting

Registration Now Open!

Join us July 27–31 in Madison, WI, for PAA 2025! Featuring the latest in scientific research and innovations, engaging networking opportunities, our annual awards banquet, and much more, this year’s program is the perfect opportunity to exchange ideas and shape the future of potato science.

Lifetime Membership

Nominate for the 2025 PAA Honorary Life Membership

PAA annually recognizes outstanding contributions to the potato industry and our organization each by awarding deserving individuals Honorary Life Membership. This award is presented at the annual meeting and is considered by many attendees the highlight of the banquet.

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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.