News on The Potato Supply Chain from India

August 06, 2024

Potato Crisis Deepens in India as Bengal-Centre Rivalry Escalates

West Bengal's decision to halt potato supply to other states, particularly BJP-ruled ones, has triggered a political showdown, leading to shortages and price hikes in affected regions.

July 25, 2024

India Doubles Down on Bhutan Potatoes to Combat Shortages

Faced with soaring potato prices, India secures a steady supply for three years by extending license-free imports from Bhutan.

July 07, 2024

SV Agri teams up with Lightsmith Group backed by US State Department and Nordic Development Fund, to Foster Sustainable Potato Cultivation in Assam and Bihar

Siddhi Vinayak Agri Processing Pvt Ltd (SV Agri) recently spearheaded a pivotal stakeholder consultation workshop on May 15 and 16, 2024.

July 04, 2024

Heatwave Damages Vegetable Crops, Shooting Up Demand for Potatoes Amid Rising Food Inflation in India

While the potato production was less this year, the heatwave made transportation a nightmare, with the supply rotting during the transit.

Farmers and stakeholders at Iscon Balaji Foods' Himmatnagar plant, the largest French Fries processing plant in India, participating in a training session as part of the Iscon Balaji Gyan Yatra.

June 27, 2024

Iscon Balaji Foods holds exhaustive Iscon Balaji Gyan Yatra for farmers

In a first of its kind initiative by any food processor on the Indian subcontinent, the biggest potato processor from the country, Iscon Balaji Foods, has organised a month-long exhaustive farmers’ training programme to share the best agricultural practices for sustainability in the value chain.

M S International has received FIEO Export Excellence Award for Emerging Exporter

June 26, 2024

M S International - a major exporter of potatoes for processing - receives FIEO Export Excellence Award

M S International - a major exporter of potatoes for processing - has received the prestigious FIEO (WR) Export Excellence Award in the Emerging Exporter (MSME) category for the year 2020-2021.

Koelnmesse Pvt Ltd Managing Director Milind Dixit cuts the cake to celebrate 100 years of Koelnmesse GmbH at the Partners Forum 2024, marking a century of excellence in organizing global trade fairs

June 09, 2024

Industry Visionaries Unite at Koelnmesse's 'Partners Forum' to Define F&B Roadmap in India

Koelnmesse Pvt Ltd, organised a 'Partners Forum', that brought together key industry leaders and stakeholders from the food and beverage industry.

May 13, 2024

CIP’s USD 20 Million India Regional Center Plans in Final Stages

The proposal has passed through negotiations and advanced to the Agriculture Ministry’s 100-Day Agenda.

May 13, 2024

Potato Processor HyFun Foods announces Ambitious Expansion Plans

Hyfun, manufacturer of frozen potato products - such as french fries - based in India announces plans for THREE new processing plants. The new investment will focus on the Indian market. Currently, 70% of Hyfun's revenue comes from exports.

May 02, 2024

Rising Potato Prices During the National Election A worrying Development for Ruling Parties

Potato prices in India have increased nearly 50% in a month from March to April.

April 25, 2024

Memorandum of Understanding Exchanged Between Koelnmesse India and Indian Chamber of Commerce for Anuga Select India 2024

Koelnmesse India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Koelnmesse GmbH, and the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) have joined hands in a landmark collaboration for the upcoming Anuga Select India 2024.

April 22, 2024

Indian agricultural scientists develop innovative, eco-friendly wind operated insect trap to enhance pest control

A groundbreaking wind-operated aerial insect trap designed to revolutionize pest management in agriculture has been developed by a team of scientists at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-Central Potato Research Institute (ICAR-CPRI) in Shimla.

April 18, 2024

HyFun Foods' HyFarm Initiative Appoints Soundararadjane S as the new CEO, Pioneering Fresh Produce Innovation

HyFun Foods, a trailblazer in the frozen food industry, has announced the appointment of Soundararadjane S as Chief Executive Officer for their groundbreaking initiative HyFarm.

Jeroen Bakker and Engel Louwes: Accelerating India's Agricultural Flywheel with Innovative Potato Farming Strategies

April 08, 2024

Jeroen Bakker and Engel Louwes: looking for Innovative strategies for Potato Farming in India

One of them is in the middle of his career. The other is already retired. Both are embarking on a new adventure. In a country that is a feast for the eyes, but where they are even more impressed by the openness of the people.

Global Potato Shortage Looms as India's Export Soars Amidst Crop Challenges

April 02, 2024

Potato Export from India Soars despite Crop Challenges due to tight supplies globally

In a surprising turn of events, the export of potato varieties for processing from India has skyrocketed in January 2024, surging approximately sevenfold.

Nripendra Jha, CEO at Technico Agri. Sciences Ltd

March 26, 2024

Technico Agri. Sciences Ltd.’s Newly-Appointed CEO Nripendra Jha Promises Pioneering Groundbreaking Solutions

Nripendra Jha has been with ITC Limited for over 16 years, and he was previously the Business Head at Technico Agri before being promoted to the position of CEO.

Banas Dairy Completes Cutting-Edge Cold Storage Facility for Potatoes

March 25, 2024

Banas Dairy Completes Cutting-Edge Storage Facility for Potatoes for Processing

Banas Dairy has just completed a new 10,000 MT capacity cold storage facility for storing potatoes used in Amul's potato products.

March 02, 2024

Iscon Balaji Foods is Promoting Sustainable Farming

Promoting sustainability across the potato value chain, food processing company Iscon Balaji Foods (IBF) is promoting sustainable farming across its farms in India.

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