News On French Fries and Potato Specialties

Hungritos' Booth 5A L208 at SIAL Paris 2024
October 18, 2024

Hungritos to Showcase New Finger Foods and Flavors at SIAL Paris 2024

Hungritos will be showcasing it's wide range of delicious finger food range and flavorful potato treats in the upcoming SIAL Paris 2024 at Booth 5A L208, starting from October 19-23.
FAM SureTec 240
October 10, 2024

FAM STUMABO launches SureTec 240P for precise French fry cutting

Discover this versatile high-capacity French fry cutter and potato dicer at Interpom. FAM STUMABO has added the SureTec 240P to its wide range of potato cutting solutions.
Bolivia has inaugurated its first potato processing plant.
October 10, 2024

Bolivia Inaugurates First Potato Processing Plant

Under the leadership of the president, Bolivia inaugurated the countries first potato processing, collection, and storage plant near la Paz.
The United States based potato processor acquired the remaining 10% of its operations in Argentina, which until now were held by Alimentos Modernos S.A.
October 08, 2024

Lamb Weston acquired remaining shares in Lamb Weston Alimentos Modernos S.A. (Argentina)

Lamb Weston acquired the remaining shares (10%) of its operations in Argentina, Lamb Weston Alimentos Modernos S.A., which until now were held by Alimentos Modernos S.A.
McCain Foods in Othello, Washington
October 07, 2024

McCain Extends Job Opportunities to Workers Affected by Connell Plant Closure

In the wake of Lamb Weston’s decision to close its potato processing plant in Connell, McCain Foods is offering career opportunities at its Othello facility to the affected workers.
OH!TATOES, Fully Baked Idaho Potatoes, Frozen Fresh Baked Idaho Potatoes, Perfect for Home-Cooking.
October 03, 2024

Mart Frozen Foods Opens facility for the production of frozen, fully baked Idaho Potatoes (OH!Tatoes)

Mart Frozen Foods, a subsidiary of The Mart Group, has cut the ribbon on a USD 65 million high-tech food manufacturing facility in Rupert for the production of frozen, fully baked Idaho Potatoes (OH!Tatoes).
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Lamb Weston Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results; Announces Restructuring Plan and Updates Fiscal Year 2025 Outlook
October 02, 2024

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Financial Results, Outlook and Announces Restructuring Plan

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. has announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 and updated its full year earnings targets for fiscal 2025. In addition a restructuring plan was announced that includes a.o. the closing of the Connell facility.
Norman Prestage new Board of Directors at Lamb Weston Holdings (Courtesy: Business Wire)
September 27, 2024

Lamb Weston Announces Addition of New Director

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced the appointment of Norman Prestage to its Board of Directors.
Throw Back Thursday: A closer look at the two days of sessions and events of World Potato Congress 2024 in Adelaide.
September 22, 2024

Looking back at the two days of sessions and events of World Potato Congress 2024 in Adelaide.

What a day it was on Monday, June 24! The Adelaide Convention Centre was packed with over 900 delegates, all excited to hear from leaders and innovators of the global potato industry.
The Intralox Series 1750 Flush Grid belt is designed to optimize potato washer outfeed systems, offering superior abrasion resistance and reliability for high-volume potato processing lines.
September 10, 2024

Bem Brazil Optimizes Potato Washer Outfeed Belt With Intralox S1750 Belting

Potato washing, rock removal, and debris removal is one of the most challenging applications for French fry manufacturers globally. This is certainly true for BEM Brazil’s Minas Gerais plant, where 110 tons of product go through the washer on a main line every hour.
Interpom 2022
September 09, 2024

INTERPOM 2024: Energizing a potato industry in transition

INTERPOM, the leading trade fair for the entire potato chain, will take place November 24, 25 and 26, 2024 at Kortrijk Xpo in Belgium. Having already reached full capacity, INTERPOM is the go-to trade platform for all professionals wishing to follow the latest market trends
Harvey’s brings back the fan-favourite Pickle Pickle Poutine with a dill-icious update! The Triple Pickle Poutine is made with 100% Canadian cheese curds and potatoes, topped with gravy, two deep fried pickles, diced pickles and now, Garlic Dill sauce.
August 28, 2024

Back by popular demand: Harvey's reinvents pickle poutine with triple the pickle

The Triple Pickle Poutine is made with 100% Canadian cheese curds and potatoes, topped with gravy, two deep fried pickles, diced pickles and now, Garlic Dill sauce. The addition of the Garlic Dill makes the pickle factor three-fold and replaces the original Ranch sauce from its predecessor
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Dr. Nigel Crump, Chairman of Potatoes Australia Ltd., and Sonia Waterson, Executive Officer, officially open the 12th World Potato Congress 2024, greeting guests at the event.
August 19, 2024

Reliving World Potato Congress 2024: A Grand Opening and Culinary Celebration

Potatoes Australia Ltd took great pride in hosting the 12th World Potato Congress 2024. Potatoes Australia Ltd. Chairman Dr. Nigel Crump and Potatoes Australia Ltd. Executive Officer, Sonia Waterson welcomed guests to the event for the official opening.
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August 14, 2024

Aspen Global Enterprises Inc. Announces Joint Venture with Marten's Fresh

Aspen Global Enterprises Inc., a leading Metro New York-based IQF and frozen food processor and distributor of potatoes, fruits, and vegetables, has announced a strategic joint venture with Marten's Fresh, based in Port Byron, NY.
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August 12, 2024

Lamb Weston Celebrates Grand Opening of Expanded French Fry Manufacturing Line in American Falls, Idaho

Lamb Weston, a leading global supplier of frozen potato products, is renowned for its innovation and commitment to quality. With a legacy of excellence in the food industry, Lamb Weston continually invests in its production capabilities to meet the demands of a growing market.
A selection of the thousands of native potato varieties that grow in Peru
July 31, 2024

Perú: industrializar para agregar valor

Con apoyo gubernamental se busca generar alianzas entre los productores y empresas capaces de agregar valor a la cadena.
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July 31, 2024

Chile: gran producción, poca industria

Aun no se logra aprovechar el potencial productivo y el país continua importando lo que podría producir localmente.
Nepal's Potato Industry Seeks Innovation and Growth Amid Challenges
July 30, 2024

The Potato Industry of Nepal Seeks Innovation and Growth Amid Challenges

Despite challenges, the potato Industry in Nepal is undergoing significant developments. Among them: the opening of the first large scale French fry production facility in the country.

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