Cadena de Suministro de Papas del Reino Unido

Abril 09, 2010

Trials with GM Potatoes resistant to PCN in United Kingdom approved

The government has given the green light to scientists to undertake a trial of genetically modified potatoes.Researchers will grow a trial crop of potatoes genetically modified to resist infection by potato cyst nematodes.DEFRA granted approval to scie...

Abril 08, 2010

Rob Clayton appointed Director of Potato Council

Dr Rob Clayton has been appointed Director of the Potato Council, a division of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), following a two month spell acting as the interim director of that division.Dr Clayton has over 20 years experien...

Linpac Storage Systems: VNA racking solution United Biscuits

Abril 07, 2010

LINPAC Storage systems provides racking solution for United Biscuits

LINPAC Storage Systems has recently completed one of its highest ever VNA (Very Narrow Isle) racking solutions at the 310,000 sq m Midland Distribution Centre (MDC) of United Biscuits situated in Ashby de la Zouch.With 18.6m high frames, pallets stored...

Abril 06, 2010

What the approval of GM potato Amflora in Europe means to growers

Last month the EU Commission approved a second GM crop for cultivation in the EU. First plantings of Amflora, for seed production, are expected in Germany and the Czech Republic this spring. Other countries with a starch potato industry include Franc...

Marzo 31, 2010

Purple potato for mash introduced in UK by Bartlett and Sons

A SCOTTISH potato processor is hoping to inject a bit of colour into meal times with the launch of Purple Majesty, a purple spud that is made for mashing and could boost health. It will produce a beetroot-coloured mash!

Marzo 30, 2010

Excess supply hits potato prices

Potato growers should examine the market carefully before planting large acreages this spring, as they tisk oversupplying the market and depressing prices. Last season's poor prices came about as a direct result of over-supply, latest figures from the...

Marzo 25, 2010

The continuing challenge of potato weed control

Potato growers are continuing to rethink their weed control strategies following the loss, or restriction in use, of some key active ingredients in the last few years and are finding new ways of using the remaining herbicide tools they have. The loss ...

Marzo 23, 2010

'Grow your own potatoes' teaches kids about the origin of their food

Nearly half of all primary schools in the UK are getting passionate about potatoes, as the largest educational project for young children gets underway. ‘Grow Your Own Potatoes’ from Potato Council, now in its sixth year, is helping hundreds of thousa...

Marzo 18, 2010

UK potato planting makes good progress

The arrival of warmer, drier weather has allowed potato growers in the United Kingdom to make good progress with planting, particularly in the Midlands and western regions, says the Potato Council. In Pembrokeshire, planting increased last week in ex...

Marzo 17, 2010

Farmhouse Potato Bakers win award for their cheese and smokey bacon filled potato skins

A Bridlington (United Kingom) family business is celebrating winning a top national accolade in the world of food and drink. Farmhouse Potato Bakers, who produce the Bannister's Farm range at Carnaby Industrial Estate, have won silver in The Grocer ...

Marzo 16, 2010

UK Potato growers to pay higher levy rate

Defra has approved the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)'s proposed levy rates for growers for the next financial year - from 1 April 2010 until 31 March 2011. Potato growers will see an increase of £1.17 - from £39.00 to £40.17 ...

Marzo 10, 2010

Levy increase for UK potato growers

UK Potato growers will face a levy increase from April 1 after Ministers signed off the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board’s (AHDB) rates for 2010/11. The levy will increase by three per cent meaning potato growers will see an increase of...

Marzo 05, 2010

Chips (French Fries) still dominant potato serving in UK Foodservice

According to the Potato Council report Behind the Menu - Potatoes in Foodservice, potatoes, in one form or other, are served with 45% of meals eaten out of home and sales are estimated to be worth £2.51b. It identifies chips (french fries) as the domin...

Marzo 01, 2010

UK retailer Marks & Spencer commits to sustainable products

Marks &Spencer (M&S) announces a programme to be the world’s most sustainable retailer by 2015, launching 80 major new commitments under M&S’ eco and ethical plan, Plan A. The new commitments will mean we ensure all M&S products becom...

Febrero 22, 2010

International attention for British seed potatoes at Fruit Logistica

The Potato Council (PCL), a division of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), recorded 100 international enquiries about seed potatoes at their exhibit at this year’s record breaking Fruit Logistica exhibition (February 3rd to 5th...

Febrero 17, 2010

Greenvale AP reveals plans to install wind turbine at Fenland factory

Potato supplier Greenvale AP has revealed plans to install a wind turbine at its factory in Fenland.Plans have been submitted to Fenland District Council for a temporary 60-metre tall wind mast at the Flood's Ferry factory, near Doddington.A spokesman...

Febrero 16, 2010

Plimsoll: Acquisition opportunities in the UK potato sector

According to Plimsoll Publishing Ltd, the UK’s leading financial research company, 43 of the top 264 businesses in the UK Potatoes industry are woefully exposed to being snapped up as a “bargain acquisition”. Their research suggests companies that have...

Febrero 11, 2010

Blight resistant GM potato testing planned in the UK

Scientists in Norfolk hope to start field trials in May of a genetically modified potato resistant to blight if they can get government approval.The disease, which can wipe out whole harvests, costs the worldwide potato industry £3.5bn a year. Scientis...