Noticias

Marzo 17, 2022

Recall of Cavendish Farms and No Name hash brown potatoes in Canada

Classic hash brown patties from Cavendish Farms and potato patties from No Name are being recalled by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) due to undeclared wheat and barley.

Ore-Ida golden fries and mini tater tots in stand-up pouches

Marzo 16, 2022

Simplot becomes exclusive manufacturer of Ore-Ida potato products, takes ownership of the Ore-Ida plant.

Simplot is to become the exclusive manufacturer of the Ore-Ida retail brand of potato products. Kraft-Heinz will continue to own the Ore-Ida brand. However, Simplot will take ownership of the Ore-Ida plant in Ontario, Oregon.

Agrico starts construction of a mini tuber storage facility

Marzo 15, 2022

Seed potato company Agrico starts construction of its own mini tuber storage facility

By constructing its own mini tuber storage facility, seed potato company Agrico is taking the next step in its professionalization. Agrico currently rents a separate area from an affiliated grower for its mini tubers.

MicroSalt to Distribute SaltMe! at Kroger

Marzo 15, 2022

Reduced sodium potato chips SaltMe! by Microsalt now available at Kroger

MicroSalt Inc. announced that it's SaltMe! potato chips will be distributed to more than 1,400 Kroger grocery stores beginning mid-March. This milestone is a major move for MicroSalt on its mission to provide healthier, full-flavor potato chips

Marzo 14, 2022

Boulder Canyon & Good Health Unveil New Snacks at Expo West

Utz Brands, Inc. introduced new snack foods from its better-for-you portfolio, including Boulder Canyon® and Good Health®, at the Natural Products Expo West show.

Marzo 14, 2022

Third detection of potato wart 'no surprise', say P.E.I. Potato Board and CFIA

The P.E.I. Potato Board said it is 'no surprise' that there has been a third detection of potato wart, this one found in soil samples taken in October 2021.

30 years of Europlant Pflanzenzucht GmbH

Marzo 13, 2022

Seed potato company Europlant Pflanzenzucht GmbH celebrates its 30th anniversary

In 2022 the Lueneburg-based seed potato company Europlant Pflanzenzucht GmbH celebrates its 30th anniversary.

US: Nacho fries return for a limited time as fans take the driver's seat in the latest trailer from taco bell

Marzo 13, 2022

Nacho fries return for a limited time (US) as fans take the driver's seat in the latest trailer from Taco Bell

For the love of Nacho Fries, Taco Bells' #1 best-selling limited-time offering is back in the United States. A fan-favorite menu item like this deserves a fan-first celebration to match, which is why Taco Bell is giving fans plenty of ways to dip into the nacho cheesy sauce goodness.

Marzo 13, 2022

Fritos debuts first tv commercial in 20 years featuring country music star Thomas Rhett

Fritos, the versatile and "Down for Everything" corn chip from Frito-Lay, launches its first television commercial in 20 years and Thomas Rhett is along for the ride.

Marzo 13, 2022

Grimme UK potato specialist to chair AEA's technical committee

One of Grimme UK's product specialists has taken on the chairmanship of the Agricultural Engineers Association's (AEA) Technical Committee.

Don’t forget the spray tank management basics.

Marzo 13, 2022

Do not forget the spray tank management basics

Looking ahead to spring spraying, growers are being reminded not to be complacent when it comes to tank mixing and sprayer hygiene, ahead of making applications.

Sudstarke GmbHs Sustainability Report for 2020

Marzo 10, 2022

Südstärke GmbH Sustainability Report for 2020

The aim of the Südstärke sustainability report is to offer customers, suppliers, colleagues, shareholders, and site neighbors an insight into how they engage with nature and the environment.

This article was originally sent via email from CEO Chris Kempczinski to McDonald’s employees and franchisees.

Marzo 08, 2022

McDonald's To Temporarily Close Restaurants & Pause Operations in Russia

Earlier today, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski announced in an email to staff and franchisees that McDonald's will temporarily close its restaurants and pause operations in Russia.

Marzo 08, 2022

Atzmona: challenging events are impacting potato export from Israel this season

Harsh weather conditions during last summer and suboptimal harvest conditions leads to uncertain potato quality and an earlier-than-usual demand for imported potatoes.

Marzo 08, 2022

Paper made from banana waste prevents potato cyst nematode damage

With potato production in East Africa under increasing threat from the invasive and highly destructive potato cyst nematode (PCN) pest, an organic technology developed from banana plant waste material may well be the ultimate rescue.

Marzo 08, 2022

USPTO grants a steam peeling patent to Kiremko BV

Kiremko B.V. announced the issuance to it by the US Patent Office of a patent that covers a system for steam peeling of products having a skin. This unique concept is reflected in the steam peeling vessel of the market-leading Strata Invicta® steam peeler

Marzo 07, 2022

SpudLove Snacks Celebrates National Potato Chip Day with One-of-a-Kind 'Chip Bowl' made from Actual Potato Chips

SpudLove™ Organic Thick-Cut Potato Chips is celebrating National Potato Chip Day by offering potato chip lovers the ultimate serving accessory – a first-of-its-kind "chip bowl" made out of actual potato chips.

Intralox Announces Major Expansion of U.S. Operations, Increases East Coast Footprint with Lease of Over 310,000-sq-ft Tradepoint Atlantic Location

Marzo 07, 2022

Conveyor belt specialist Intralox announces major increase of its US East Coast Footprint

Intralox announced the expansion of its U.S. operations with its move to a new built-to-suit 310,000-sq-ft (28,800-sq-m) facility at Tradepoint Atlantic, the 3,300-acre (13.4 sq km) global logistics center in Sparrows Point, Maryland.