Potato News

Direct-seed potatoes show no harvest hit
January 30, 2021

Low tillage potato trial showed no impact on yield and quality

The amount and quality of the potatoes coming off Chad Berry’s field last fall weren’t that much different from one side to the other, but one half came with a lot less tillage.
PepsiCo and Beyond Meat® Establish JV to develop Plant-Based Protein foods: The PLANeT Partnership, LLC
January 30, 2021

PepsiCo and Beyond Meat® Establish JV to develop Plant-Based Protein Foods: The PLANeT Partnership, LLC

Partnership advances PepsiCo's commitments to expand its portfolio of positive choices for consumers and for the planet. The venture will allow Beyond Meat to reach more consumers by entering new product categories and distribution channels.
Pringles® Releases Out-Of-This-World 2021 Big Game Flavor Stacking Ad
January 29, 2021

Pringles® Releases Out-Of-This-World 2021 Big Game Flavor Stacking Ad

As the biggest snacking day of the year approaches, the Pringles® brand is ready for take-off and releasing its fourth consecutive Big Game spot. Fans were given a sneak peek via the Pringles social channels, and the brand is now debuting the full spot.
MountainKing increases fresh potato sales significantly with the use of high-graphic display bins
January 29, 2021

MountainKing increases fresh potato sales significantly with the use of high-graphic display bins

Just as QSR-chains use enticing menu board images to drive sales of combo meals, jumbo-sized slushies and other selections, retail grocers are using the same concept to capture the attention of shoppers looking for a side dish for their next prepared, at-home meal.
Brexit to revitalise Ireland’s seed potato sector
January 29, 2021

Brexit to revitalise Ireland’s seed potato sector

Ireland’s seed potato sector looks set to get a Brexit shot in the arm. This was one of the key messages delivered courtesy of the second Spring Tillage Webinar, hosted by Teagasc this week.
Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council discusses the potential impact of the new administration on the industry
January 28, 2021

Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council discusses the potential impact of the new US administration on the industry

With the inauguration of US President Biden a week behind us now, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council discusses what the impact of the new administration on the potato industry might be.
Pakistan research council (PARC) distributes 50,000 potato tubers to Gilgit Baltistan to promote disease free potato production
January 28, 2021

Pakistan research council distributes 50,000 potato tubers to Gilgit Baltistan to promote disease free potato production

Pakistan Agriculture Research Council (PARC) has provided over 50,000 potato tubers to Agriculture Department of Gilgit Baltistan (Northern Areas) in order to promote disease free potato production.
More Snacking and Smaller Gatherings at Home Expected for Super Bowl LV, Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Finds
January 28, 2021

Super Bowl LV: More Snacking and Smaller Gatherings at Home, according to Frito-Lay Snack Index

Frito-lay, leading provider of snacks in the United States, Estimates 21 Percent Increase in Snacking vs. Previous Super Bowls as More Consumers Plan to Watch at Home.
TOMRA Food focuses on growth by forming two new business units: TOMRA Fresh Food And TOMRA Processed Food
January 28, 2021

TOMRA Food forms two new business units: TOMRA Fresh Food And TOMRA Processed Food

TOMRA Food announced today its new organization focused on two business areas, Fresh Food and Processed Food.
Lamb Weston appoints John Hatto as Senior VP, Strategy and Growth
January 26, 2021

Lamb Weston appoints John Hatto as Senior VP, Strategy and Growth

Potato Processing company Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. announced today that John Hatto has been promoted to the role of Senior Vice President, Strategy and Growth, as of Jan. 25, 2021.
Virtual Potato Expo 2021 Brings Industry Together Over Potatoes
January 26, 2021

Virtual Potato Expo 2021 Brings Industry Together Over Potatoes

From January 5-7, more than 1,000 U.S. and international potato industry members joined the first-ever virtual Potato Expo. The annual event that kicks off the year for the industry, was brought online for the first time in response to the travel challenges imposed by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Major changes at North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG)
January 26, 2021

Major changes at North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG)

Until December 31, 2020 the North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG) was a 5 country organization, but the organization started 2021 without the British AHDB. Also, Victor Pfaff stepped down as NEPG secretary and is replaced by Daniel Ryckmans.

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