Diploid Potatoes as a Catalyst for Change in the Potato Industry

Abstract In response to increasing interest in diploid potato ( Solanum tuberosum ) breeding and the production of inbred hybrid varieties, Breeding Genetics section Potato Association America (PAA) organized a symposium on that took place during 2021 PAA annual meeting. Proceedings from are documented this manuscript. Speakers academia, government industry presented their unique perspectives. Presentations covered wide range topics. Potential advantages were introduced, reasons be skeptical about highlighted. The impact might have seed was discussed. Advantages for genetics research emphasized. Aspects tomato reviewed considered as potential models activities. Lastly, an industry-centered view provided. Taken together, these presentations snapshot how viewed moment, vision implemented, thoughtful reflection varieties change variety development process industry.