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Marzo 09, 2011

Disponible ya el sitio web del próximo Congreso Mundial de la Papa

Los anfitriones del Congreso Mundial de la Papa 2012 han puesto en marcha un sitio web para promover el evento, a celebrarse en Edimburgo, Escocia, del 27 al 30 de mayo 2012. Según Mark Prentice, quién maneja en el Consejo de la Papa lo relacionado co...

Marzo 09, 2011

World Potato Congress 2012 website launched

Hosts of the World Potato Congress 2012 have launched a website to promote the 2012 event. The World Potato Congress (WPC) will be held in Edinburgh, Scotland from May 27th to May 30th 2012.

Marzo 09, 2011

Birds Eye launch Mini Potato Waffles

To celebrate the 30th birthday of the Birds Eye Potato Waffle, the UK’s leading frozen food brand is launching a tasty new mini version.

Marzo 08, 2011

BASF launches two new potato blight fungicides in crowded UK market

Potato growers in the United Kingdom have two additional blight fungicide choices this year after BASF launched two new products into an already crowded market.

Marzo 07, 2011

British seed potatoes in the spotlight at Fruit Logistica

The Potato Council stand at Fruit Logistica (Berlin, February) received more than 150 industry direct enquiries for seed and ware potatoes this year.

Marzo 02, 2011

Poor weather delays potato planting in the UK

The unsettled weather is hampering progress with potato planting in the United Kingdom, says the Potato Council.

Febrero 23, 2011

Quex Foods planning launch of 'Kent Crisps'

Febrero 22, 2011

How Kettle Chips became a household name

In nearly three decades, Kettle Foods has grown from one man’s vision to a household name and a major player in Norfolk’s food sector. And there are no signs of that growth trend slacking any time soon, according to Jeremy Bradley, managing director.

Febrero 19, 2011

New weighing system raises productivity of McCain Scarborough's oven chips production

Febrero 19, 2011

Potato firm James Haggart and Sons falls into administration

After weeks of rumours, it has been confirmed that a Muthill potato firm has gone into administration, leading to the loss of two jobs and putting 15 more at risk.

Febrero 14, 2011

Agrico UK in Knowledge transfer partnership with Glasgow Caledonian University

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships help businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity by accessing the knowledge, technology and skills that reside within the UK’s Universities.

Febrero 14, 2011

PepsiCo admits it’ll be hard to cut salt in snacks further

PepsiCo has warned that it won't be able to make any more radical cuts to salt levels in its Walkers crisps until there have been further scientific advances.

Febrero 12, 2011

Nick Ripley joins Seabrook as sales director

Nick Ripley has joined Seabrook Crisps as sales director. His task is to drive the firm's growth, especially in the South of England, to help achieve the target of reaching an annual turnover of £69 million by 2015.

Febrero 08, 2011

Potato Council Retail Conference offers a Fresh Outlook

There are real opportunities for the industry to optimise the fresh potato category and build long-term demand.

Febrero 07, 2011

Production up 35% at Baxter’s potato plant packing line

Baxters High Brow Produce says it has increased throughput by 38%, reduced production staff and improved potato packing since installing a new automated bagging line.