Europatat Congress 2019 - Main speakers confirmed!
The Europatat 2019 Congress, co-organised by the Norwegian Association of Fruit and Vegetable Wholesalers (NFGF) and Europatat, will take place in Oslo (Norway) from 12 to 14 June 2019. Under the slogan 'The timeless potato: A dynamic and innovative food'
May 13, 2019
Harvest begins for Texas potato crop
Black Gold Farms started harvest of the 2019 fresh crop of Texas colored potatoes earlier this week. According to the company, the first run fields have indicated that the quality will be better than ever.
May 13, 2019
Analysis of historical specimens shows single origin of Australian Potato Cyst Nematodes
Potato cyst nematodes (PCN) are quarantine soilborne pests that damage potatoes around the world, stunting plants and reducing yields.
May 11, 2019
Potato starch manufacturer Avebe concludes a notable campaign
At the end of April, the last potatoes were delivered to Avebe in Gasselternijveen. Extreme drought and warm weather resulted in an exceptional potato campaign.
May 10, 2019
Blending potato varieties on the rise
Since the humble precursor to modern potato first domesticated in Peru 10,000 years ago, the tuber has branched off into thousands of different varieties.
May 10, 2019
Potato processing factory to be built at Ol Kalou, Kenya
A potato and vegetable processing plant will be built soon in Ol Kalou town. The factory, a collaboration of the Department of Correctional Services and Nyandarua county government, will mitigate post-harvest losses ...
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May 10, 2019
Hungarian stores have run out of domestic potatoes
Hungary hasn't been self-sufficient in the potato market for a long time, but the price of potatoes in February was still extraordinary.
May 10, 2019
The H-flow is the vibratory solution by FoodeQ for transportation of delicate products
The vibratory technology of FoodeQ is the ideal way to transport food products, but sensitive products require the FoodeQ H-Flow that ensures a far more gentle horizontal handling and conveying.
May 09, 2019
Potato prices on the rise in Gansu, China
The market price of potatoes in Gansu recently showed a rising trend. Relevant data shows that the price of potatoes in Gansu increased by 16.67% in comparison with the same time last year.
May 09, 2019
The FAO Food Price Index rose in April 2019
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) rose in April 2019 to around 170 points, 1.5 percent (2.5 points) higher than in March and marking its highest value since June 2018.
May 09, 2019
Potato prices in Slovakia up by more than 50%
Potatoes in Slovakia have become more than 50% more expensive than last year, reports Eva Sadovská, analyst at the Slovak Farmers Association (SFD).
May 08, 2019
Islandia: Posible suspensión de los aranceles de las patatas importadas
El Ministerio de Industrias e Innovación de Islandia informa de que los aranceles aduaneros sobre las patatas importadas probablemente se suspenderán desde el 3 de mayo hasta el 11 de agosto.
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Productores de Barker cosecharon una papa gigante: mira las sorprendentes imágenes
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May 07, 2019
Growth of the Global Potato Starch Market
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Potato Blight Trends in Europe: EuroBlight 2018 Results
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Industrial Freezer Specialist FPS Expands to the Netherlands
Industrial Freezer Specialist FPS Food Process Solutions Opens Manufacturing & Service Centre in the Netherlands.