Tendencias Alimentarias

The number of McDonald’s Corp.’s restaurants that are either being shut down or inspected by the Russian consumer regulator has grown steadily over the past several days as tensions between Moscow and the West intensified after Kiev accused Russia of invading Ukraine.

The red fields of Prince Edward Island are renowned for growing potatoes. Fred Dollar’s decision to grow organic potatoes is built on that reputation.

Australian potato growers are set to gain fresh insights into how consumers view their products as part of a new market research project that has started this month.

The Potato Association of America’s new president says the organization aims to provide the industry with the best research and information available. Andy Jensen took over as president of the research organization in July.

India’s government is seeking help from an unlikely partner to feed millions of its hungriest children: PepsiCo Inc, the world’s largest snack maker.

HZPC has decided to end its participation in HZPC Sverige AB (Sweden, Billdal). Reason for the decision is insufficient profitability, caused by the slow modernization of the Swedish Seed potato market

HZPC heeft besloten om zijn deelneming in HZPC Sverige ab (Zweden, Billdal) te beëindigen. Reden is de onvoldoende rendabiliteit, die wordt veroorzaakt door de trage modernisering van de Zweedse pootaardappelmarkt

Cae el consumo por la competencia de alimentos supuestamente más sanos y por el menor tiempo disponible para cocinar.

An agreement was reached today to create the world’s third largest quick service restaurant company. Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX, NYSE: THI) and Burger King Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: BKW) today announced a definitive agreement under which the two companies will create a new global powerhouse in the quick service restaurant sector.

“Research released on sodium and cardiovascular disease in today’s [August 14] New England Journal of Medicine adds to the national discussion of sodium's role in the American diet,” says Snack Food Association (SFA) CEO Tom Dempsey.

Belgapom is partnering with research institutions to developed a platform to increase the efficiency of potato production, combining data from drones and satellites.

McCain Foods said Wednesday it has signed a deal to sell its North American frozen pizza business to Dr. Oetker GmbH.

Yesterday Burger chain Burger King and Canadian Coffee and Donut Chain Tim Hortons confirmed they are in talks to join forces.

Utilizando los servicios de Mattermap, se ha construido este mapa para mostrar rápidamente lo que se hace en los Andes para disminuir los efectos del cambio climático en la producción del tubérculo.

Prince Edward Island potato growers are proud of the trail blazers and industry builders who have established PEI as a world leader in potato production and expertise.

The United States Potato Board (USPB) is pleased to announce Amy Burdett has joined its staff as Marketing Operations Director in the Denver office.

As Potato Council and the GB seed potato sector prepare for next months’ Potato Europe event in Germany, recent export statistics confirm that GB seed potatoes continue to be in demand around the world, with the 2013/14 figures revealing a new seed exports record from Britain.

After less than a year of being on the menu, Burger King is getting rid of its lower-calorie french fries, called Satisfries, at most of its restaurants.