Support available to visit 10th World Potato Congress for delegates of developing countries

Delegates to the 10th World Potato Congress from developing and transitional countries may qualify for financial support from World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC Inc.). David Thompson, President of WPC Inc. said today he is extremely pleased to announce WPC Inc. has agreed to subsidize up to four (4) delegates to the next World Potato Congress to be held in Cusco, Peru from May 27 to 30, 2018. WPC Inc. will provide $1,000 CAD to subsidize each qualifying delegate to Cusco. The funds may be used to cover the cost of everything from visa applications, flights, registration, accommodation or incidentals. Participants are encouraged to build a network of resource people to whom they can turn to for advice and direction. “it’s a win-win scenario for all involved,” said Mr. Thompson. To qualify for consideration, potential delegates must demonstrate specific needs and submit the information via email to WPC Inc. More