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Turnkey Solution Reduces Water Usage By 90 percent
June 05, 2021

Puffin Produce reduces water use for potato washing and polishing by 90 percent

Puffin Produce, a potato supplier in the United Kingdom, has reduced its water use to wash and polish its potatoes by 90% and electricity use by 40% as a result of a major equipment update provided by Haith.
How sustainable are the potato growers of Royal Avebe? FSA awards Gold status...
June 05, 2021

How sustainable are the potato growers of Royal Avebe? FSA awards Gold status...

The potato growers of Royal Avebe participating in the Optimeel growing programme have been awarded Gold status according to the FSA 2.1 standard of the global platform SAI for sustainable agriculture.
El alto coste del cultivo y los bajos e inestables precios apenas dejan 770 hectáreas.
June 04, 2021

La superficie dedicada al cultivo de patata en Córdoba, España, pierde una quinta parte en veinte años

A lo largo de las próximas semanas comenzará la campaña de recogida de la patata, un cultivo que ha ido perdiendo peso en los últimos años en la provincia de Córdoba tanto en términos de superficie como de cosecha.
España: La Junta ubvenciona con 65.000 a la interprofesión de la patata de Castilla y León.
June 04, 2021

España: La Junta ubvenciona con 65.000 a la interprofesión de la patata de Castilla y León

El Consejo de Gobierno de la Junta de Catilla y León ha aprobado una subvención de 65.000 euros a la Organización Interprofesional de la Patata de Castilla y León (OIPACYL) para fortalecer y equilibrar el sector de la patata.
May registered a sharp increase in the value of the FAO Food Price Index.
June 03, 2021

May registered a sharp increase in the value of the FAO Food Price Index

The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 127.1 points in May 2021, 5.8 points (4.8 percent) higher than in April and as much as 36.1 points (39.7 percent) above the same period last year.
New Pringles® Wavy Pineapple Habanero Takes Your Taste Buds On A Tropical Getaway
June 03, 2021

New Pringles® Wavy Pineapple Habanero Takes Your Taste Buds On A Tropical Getaway

Available for a limited time, the Pringles Wavy Pineapple Habanero crisps deliver a tangy, smoky taste and the chance to win a sweet beach vacation.
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Investment of 145 million euro in 2nd production line in Lipetsk
June 03, 2021

Lamb Weston Meijer Invests in 2nd french fry production line in Lipetsk, Russia

LWM RUS, the leading producer of frozen potato products in Russia, has signed an investment agreement with the governor of the Lipetsk region to more than double the production capacity of its French fry plant.
Meijer Potato installs Soil Scout sensors to monitor soil moisture, temperature and salinity
June 03, 2021

Meijer Potato installs Soil Scout sensors to monitor soil moisture, temperature and salinity

In a first for Soil Scout in the United Kingdom, Soil Scout are delighted to announce that Meijer Potato have recently installed their sensors in various key locations around the country.
United Fresh, PMA Name Senior Management Team for New Association
June 03, 2021

United Fresh, PMA Name Senior Management Team for New Association

Future Co-CEOs Cathy Burns of PMA and Tom Stenzel of United Fresh have named seven current association staff leaders as the senior management team for the new combined association to be launched January 1, 2022.
Arby’s is reportedly discontinuing its Potato Cakes after making its new Crinkle Fries a permanent menu item.
June 03, 2021

QSR chain Arby's discontinues its Potato Cakes and makes its new Crinkle Fries permanent

While most fast food outlets serve fries of some type, some chains have managed to diversify their potato offerings, clearly understanding that potatoes are one of nature's most perfect foods.
Celebrating 20 Years of Certis; Company Rebrand Cements Legacy Leadership in Biologicals
June 02, 2021

Certis USA rebrands to highlight its Leadership in Biologicals

Against the backdrop of 20 successful years as Certis USA, the company today announced a brand change to Certis Biologicals.
UK Government awards GBP 2m to leading carbon capture and utilisation technology.
June 02, 2021

UK Government awards GBP 2m to leading carbon capture and utilisation technology

British carbon capture and utilization company CCm Technologies has been awarded funding from Innovate UK to develop new modular Carbon Capture and Sequestration units.
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Kenya: Nyandarua cops impound eight lorries over defying potato regulation (too large bags)
June 02, 2021

Kenya: Nyandarua cops impound eight lorries over defying potato regulation (too large bags)

Police in Nyandarua county have intercepted eight lorries carrying potatoes in extended bags contrary to the Crops (Irish Potatoes) Regulations 2019.
La Patata Marciana, el reto de hacer recetas sabrosas y nutritivas en Marte.
June 01, 2021

La Patata Marciana, el reto de hacer recetas sabrosas y nutritivas en Marte

Hace una década, investigadores del Centro Internacional de la Papa de Perú y de la NASA pusieron en marcha un proyecto para buscar un tipo de patata que pudiera ser cultivada en una hipotética base marciana.
La demanda de Princesa Amandine no ha dejado de crecer en España.
June 01, 2021

La demanda de Princesa Amandine no ha dejado de crecer en España

El auge que ha tenido la marca en 2020 ha sido clave para la compañía, la crisis del COVID-19 ha favorecido el consumo en el hogar de la patata. Con la previsión de duplicar la superficie de cultivo, Princesa Amandine (Ibérica de Patatas, El Zamorano, Udapa, Campotec) se convierte en un nuevo operador del mercado español.
Tesco Ireland Unveils Home-Recyclable Potato Packaging
June 01, 2021

Tesco Ireland Unveils Home-Recyclable Potato Packaging

Tesco has become the first retailer in Ireland to make its packaging for 1kg new season potatoes fully recyclable while also reducing the amount of paper used in its 2.5kg potato packaging.
México (Chihuahua): Reportan pérdidas de casi la totalidad de los cultivos de la región sur.
May 31, 2021

México (Chihuahua): Reportan pérdidas de casi la totalidad de los cultivos de la región sur

La Sader reporta pérdidas de hasta el 90 por ciento en cultivos de maíz, frijol, papa, y sorgo forrajero, en los municipios de Guachochi , Balleza, Guadalupe y Calvo. Hay afectaciones en casi 22 mil productores de los cuales se tiene registro que el 80 porciento son indígenas.
Pringles launches a new range of VEGGIE-inspired chips in Australia
May 31, 2021

Pringles launches a new range of VEGGIE-inspired chips in Australia - including purple sweet potato with sea salt

Pringles has unveiled a new range of veggie-inspired chips in Australia, including purple sweet potato with sea salt and tomato with mozzarella and herbs.

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