Noticias de América del Norte

Febrero 14, 2020

PEI Potato Farms Using New Decision Support Tools to Improve Use of Crop Protectants

A growing number of Prince Edward Island potato farms are taking advantage of new technology to improve their use of crop protectants, including fungicides used to prevent late blight.

Febrero 14, 2020

US Potato Retail Sales Steady for Q2

IRI data for the second quarter of the marketing year (October through December 2019) showed success with dollars and a decline in volume for total potato sales at retail in the United States.

Febrero 13, 2020

Wada Farms sees some of the best quality Colorado potatoes ever

Five months into the shipping season, Michele Peterson, who heads the Colorado sales office of Idaho Falls-based Wada Farms Marketing Group, was seeing the quality of the 2019 potato harvest in Colorado’s San Luis Valley measure up to her expectations.

Febrero 13, 2020

Potato Expo 2020 Breaks Attendee and Exhibitor Records

More than 2,000 U.S. potato growers and industry members from a dozen countries turned out for Potato Expo 2020 at The Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, to do business and prepare their operations for the future.

Febrero 12, 2020

Morning Kiss Organic Celebrates Potato Lovers Month

February is Potato Lover’s Month, and Morning Kiss Organic is celebrating by giving this versatile food some special recognition! Potatoes are historically among the most popular items in the produce aisle and with a high consumption rate.

Febrero 11, 2020

Cape Cod Potato Chips announces new Sour Cream & Onion flavor

Cape Cod Potato Chips is introducing Sour Cream & Onion to its chip lineup. The company describes the flavor as 'creamy, tangy sour cream and a savory hint of onion on robust kettle cooked chips resulting in a satisfying balance with that famous Cape Cod.

Febrero 06, 2020

Celebrate 10 years of bite-size potato category growth with 'My Tasteful Selections' Campaign

Bite-size potato category leader launches new campaign to celebrate each year of its success. Prizes this month include an indoor herb growing kit, an eight-piece gardening toolset and a superior-stainless watering sprayer.

Enero 30, 2020

Processing Equipment Manufacturer Vanmark Welcomes Jack Grote in Technical Sales Role

Vanmark, an industrial potato and produce processing equipment manufacturer, welcomes Jack Grote in a newly created Technical Sales role. In this role, Jack will manage and grow relationships with Vanmark’s customers, dealers, and prospects.

Limited Edition Purple Potato Chips at the Great Lakes Potato Chip Company

Enero 28, 2020

Purple Potato Chips are back at the Great Lakes Potato Chip Company

Potatoes come in all different shapes, sizes and apparently colors! The Great Lakes Potato Chip Company in Traverse City revealed in early November that they were offering limited edition Purple Potato Chips.

Enero 28, 2020

US Snack Food Sales Spike During Super Bowl Week

Snack food sales jumped 10.3% to $404 million during Super Bowl week 2019, according to new data from IRI, commissioned by SNAC International (SNAC), the trade association of the snacking industry...

Enero 24, 2020

Taco Bell® Unveils New Innovation In Nacho Fries Epic Return: Buffalo Chicken

To kick off 2020, Taco Bell confirmed the critically-acclaimed Nacho Fries were set to return to menus for the fifth time. Nacho Fries have been a fan-favorite at Taco Bell since their initial debut in January 2018.

Enero 24, 2020

Side Delights Launches The 'Journey of a Potato' Educational Video at SEPC Southern Exposure 2020

Side Delights® announced it will launch the 'Journey of a Potato' video in Tampa February 27-29, during Southern Exposure 2020: Produce on Parade!. Under the 'Grown Where it Matters' campaign, this video is an educational piece for both consumers ...

Enero 23, 2020

Bayer Velum Prime and Movento manage Nematodes for better yields and plant health in Pacific Northwest

With the potential to cause up to 90 percent annual yield loss, nematodes can be a key threat to a potato crop. Nematodes affect potatoes directly by feeding on roots and tubers and indirectly through transmission of diseases.

Enero 23, 2020

Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka Ranked Top Vodka in Inaugural Ultimate Spirits Challenge Top 100 Spirits List

Pennsylvania Pure Distilleries announced today that its multiple award-winning spirit, Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka, has been ranked as the top vodka in the inaugural Ultimate Spirits Challenge Top 100 Spirits list.

Enero 23, 2020

Cheez-It* Makes a Crunch in Canadian Market

Cheese obsessed Canadians now have another reason to be grate-ful! As of early January 2020, Kellogg Canada is bringing Cheez-It* Baked Snack Crackers – made with real cheese baked into every little square – to Canadians from coast-to-coast.

Enero 23, 2020

Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Reveals Nearly All Super Bowl LIV Viewers Expect Snacks for the Big Game

As fans prep their platters for the Super Bowl, Frito-Lay has announced findings from its latest U.S. Snack Index, a poll focused on Super Bowl snacking habits, and the results are clear – snacking is an essential part of the game day experience.

Enero 21, 2020

Idaho Potato Conference to include technology training

Understanding soil health is a central theme of the 52nd annual Idaho Potato Conference and Trade Show, scheduled for Jan. 22-23 at Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building.

Enero 17, 2020

Record Breaking Potato Expo 2020 Focuses Industry on the Future

From Jan. 14 through 15, more than 2,000 U.S. potato growers and industry members from a dozen countries turned out for Potato Expo 2020 at The Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev., to do business and prepare their operations for the future.