Gezondheid en voeding

augustus 01, 2019

UK potato farmers pleased to see restrictions on Maleic Hydrazide lifted

In the United Kingdom, restrictions on the use of products containing Maleic Hydrazide (MH) - used to control volunteers and to suppress sprouting during storage - have been removed following a review by the Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD) of the HSE.

juli 30, 2019

Getting to the Root of Food Safety in the Potato Industry

Sensor-based sorter manufacturer TOMRA offers their insights on the impact of sorting technology on food safety in the Potato Processing Industry

juli 15, 2019

Tips for keeping farm workers safe from heat stress

Heat-related illness is one of the most common maladies to befall outdoor workers, particularly in agricultural settings.

juli 08, 2019

The 'Potato of the Future' Climate - Smarter and Healthier

The potato of the future will be more drought tolerant and disease resistant, more environmentally sustainable and climate smart, and meet the needs of producers and consumers.

juni 21, 2019

Idaho Potato Commission sponsorships drive awareness of brand

The Idaho Potato Commission has found that the best way to communicate that potatoes are part of an active, healthy lifestyle is to show it. Therefore, the IPC sponsors several athletic programs and events that support and encourage folks to be active.

The 'best before' dates for Calbee Inc.'s bagged potato chip products will be extended by two months starting October.

juni 03, 2019

Calbee to extend 'best before' dates for potato chip products by two months

Major Japanese snack-maker Calbee Inc. said Thursday that it will extend the 'best before' date for its potato chip products by two months.

mei 29, 2019

Ethiopian farmers help researchers select potato varieties that the market demands

Potato is important to food security and a cash crop in Ethiopia with high potential to improve the livelihoods of small-scale farmers, who account for 83% of the total population and hold 95% of agricultural land.

Potatoes have typically been used in the home as a humble side to accompany a steak or roast chicken, but have you ever tried potato ice-cream? Chef Russell Blaikie says the texture of potatoes is like velvet. (Courtesy: Courtney Holloway / ABC News)

mei 07, 2019

Potato industry Western Australia joins global campaign to raise the profile of the potato

Potatoes have typically been used in the home as a humble side to accompany a steak or roast chicken, but have you ever tried potato ice-cream? Chef Russell Blaikie says the texture of potatoes is like velvet.

NC State grew the North Carolina sweet potato industry into a global powerhouse.(Courtesy: Bill Krueger / NC State University)

mei 06, 2019

Can Sweet Potatoes Save the World?

NC State grew the North Carolina sweet potato industry into a global powerhouse. Now we're leading the effort to breed sweet potatoes that could provide economic opportunities and better nutrition for people in African countries. (Courtesy: Bill Krueger)

april 24, 2019

Potatoes prevent food crisis in Ethiopia and restore 'dignity and hope'

Irish potatoes have prevented another major humanitarian food crisis in one of the poorest and most remote parts of Ethiopia, according to aid organization Concern Worldwide.

maart 19, 2019

Key Technology Introduces New Sort-to-Grade® Capabilities for VERYX® Digital Sorters

Manufacturer of optical sorters for the potato processing industry Key Technology Introduces New Sort-to-Grade® Capabilities for VERYX® Digital Sorters

februari 25, 2019

Not enough support for European ban on potato sprout inhibitor Chlorpropham (CIPC)

Last Friday, the European Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed, mostly referred to as ScoPAFF voted an a proposal to ban Chlorpropham (or CIPC), widely used in the potato industry as sprout inhibitor during potato storage.

februari 15, 2019

Cómo combatir las 200 enfermedades causadas por alimentos nocivos

La inocuidad alimentaria se perfila como un desafío internacional para evitar 420.000 muertes y 600 millones de casos de enfermedades al año en el mundo.

januari 31, 2019

McCain Foods USA to close Colton frozen vegetables plant

McCain Foods USA announced the closure of its production plant in Colton, California, laying off about 100 workers. The processing facility produces roasted, caramelized and sauteed frozen fruits and vegetables.

januari 09, 2019

Key Technology Introduces Enhanced FMAlert for VERYX Digital Sorters

Key Technology, introduces their enhanced FMAlert™ software for VERYX® digital sorters. FMAlert captures and saves digital images of foreign material (FM) contaminants

januari 04, 2019

Aldi recalls batch of Clancy's Wavy Potato Chips due to mislabeling (milk ingredient not listed)

In cooperation with Olde York Potato Chips, ALDI has voluntarily recalled 96 cases of Clancy’s Wavy Potato Chips from limited stores as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of milk resulting from product mislabeling.

januari 01, 2019

Avebe Stadex production manager: 'Taking responsibility is the foundation of success'

In this interview for Avebe Magazine, Emir Suljic, Production manager at Avebe Stadex in Malmö, Sweden describes his position and how he sees his job.

Potato Growers Pakistan concerned by false rumors of Export Ban, Duties

december 29, 2018

False Rumors of Export Ban, Duties cause unrest among Potato Growers in Pakistan

There have been rumors that the government of Pakistan banned potato export or levied duties on the export of potatoes. The Ministry of National Food Security & Research condemned these rumors and stated they are entirely false and fictitious.