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Junio 27, 2012

Henk Tepper says Ottawa did nothing to get him released from Lebanese jail

During the 373 days he spent in a Lebanese jail on allegations he tried to export rotten potatoes to Algeria, Henk Tepper says the day his daughter graduated from high school was among the most difficult. The farmer from New Brunswick spoke for the fi...

Junio 20, 2012

Pest outlook for Canada’s potato-growing regions

Potato pests can vary across Canada’s potato-growing regions. Whether they are new or notorious, their reach and severity depends upon Mother Nature’s whims.

Junio 13, 2012

Cavendish Farms now fuelled by cleaner-burning natural gas

Cavendish Farms celebrated the official opening of its natural gas receiving station at a ceremony held at the New Annan site on Prince Edward Island.

Junio 11, 2012

Manitoba potato growers looking to prevent late blight outbreak

Steps are being taken to ensure late blight innoculum is not introduced to the potato crop through tomatoes and other plants sold at greenhouses and gardening centres in Canada's Manitoba province.

Junio 08, 2012

McCain Foods Florenceville plant shuts down extra weeks this summer

The McCain Foods plant in Florenceville will be shut down for part of the summer. Due to a shortage of potatoes, the company will be shutting down operations beginning June 18 until after the long weekend of July 1. Calla Farn, vice-president of publ...

Junio 07, 2012

McCain Foods shuts down Grand Falls French Fry plant all summer

McCain Foods Canada is temporarily shutting down a potato processing plant in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, a decision that will affect 120 workers.

Mayo 28, 2012

Transitioning the Crop

June often represents a month where farmers can observe the crops they planted emerge from the ground, daily gaining strength on their way to reaching a yield potential that everyone would be pleased with. Although the new crop may be planted and gro...

Mayo 24, 2012

McDonald's Names Dave Hoffmann as President of Asia/Pacific, Middle East & Africa Region

McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD) today announced that Dave Hoffmann, 44, currently Senior Vice President for Restaurant Support in McDonald's Asia/Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region, has been elected President of McDonald's APMEA by the M...

Mayo 10, 2012

Food manufacturers rush to create 'Natural' recipes

With their soft, mashed potato insides and crispy exteriors stamped in the shape of a happy face, McCain Foods’ frozen Smiles are marketed as a fun-to-eat children’s snack. They’re not supposed to explode.

Mayo 09, 2012

Potato planting moving along in Canada's Manitoba province

Manitoba potato growers are in the home stretch with planting. 'It's been a wonderful spring for planting. We're with a lot less excess moisture situations and planting is progressing at a very nice pace.'

Mayo 02, 2012

McDonald's revamped Happy Meal still doesn't make Canadian nutritionists happy

McDonald’s Canada tweaked the mood of the Happy Meal last week, shortly before the fast food giant’s annual charity fundraiser linked to the children’s meal.

Abril 30, 2012

McDonald’s introduces new mini-sized french fries portion (31 g) as choice in new Canadian Happy Meal

McDonald’s Canada is giving its iconic Happy Meal a makeover and introducing a new automatic offering of yogurt and the choice of apple slices or new mini-sized French fries. The move is part of the company’s commitment to provide customers - especiall...

Abril 29, 2012

Vietnam's chefs turn out for US potatoes at annual meeting

The United States Potato Board’s (USPB) Vietnam Representatives partnered with the Washington Apple Commission and the US Meat Export Federation at the 2012 Saigon Professional Chef Guild (SPG) Annual Meeting.

Abril 26, 2012

Wendy's plans to make poutine Canada's national dish

Canada has a national sport, a national animal and two official langcodes. But does not have a national dish, until now.

Abril 26, 2012

United Potato Growers of Canada developing acreage recommendations for 2012 crop

At this time of year the United Potato Growers of Canada is refocusing its attention from last year’s crop towards planning for this year’s upcoming crop.

Abril 23, 2012

United Potato Growers of Canada discusses planting intentions for 2012

In a recent press release by the United potato Growers of Canada, UPGC general Manager Kevin MacIsaac discusses the potato planting intentions for 2012:

Abril 20, 2012

Prince Edward Island potato industry not at risk from suspension spray-down service

Prince Edward Island's potato industry has nothing to fear from Ottawa's decision to stop providing a spray-down service for vehicles at the Newfoundland ferry terminals, says Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz.

Abril 17, 2012

Covered Bridge Potato Chip Co. receives government support for expansion

The provincial and federal governments are investing a total of CAD 342,000 to help Covered Bridge Potato Chip Co. Inc. upgrade its facility and modernize equipment to increase its production capacity.