Potato News from India

Developed by ICAR's Central Potato Research Institute, these new potato varieties aim to boost production, processing potential, and adaptability to warmer climates.

Pioneered by Bangladeshi brand PRAN, this Potato Biscuit category has rapidly expanded in India with major players like ITC and Britannia joining the fray, driven by the product's unique taste and texture. However, potato biscuits are largely absent in the rest of the world.

This high-yielding, biofortified variety is suitable for cultivation across the Northern, Central, and Eastern Plains of India, offering enhanced nutritional benefits and versatile culinary applications.

Natural Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (NSSPL) has announced its participation in Anuga FoodTec India 2024. As a major provider of turnkey solutions for cold storage and food processing, Anuga FoodTec India 2024 is the ideal place for NSSPL to showcase advanced technology and uniquely tailored solutions.

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.

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

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

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

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 - 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.

Shri Vibracion Technologies Pvt Ltd, based in Pune (India), specializes in manufacturing customized equipment that meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

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

Tummers Food Processing Solutions and Kiron Food Processing Technologies announced the establishment of a new Joint Venture: Tummers Kiron India Pvt. Ltd.. The announcement was made earlier today during the Inter Food Tech event in New Delhi.

India’s food processing sector is one of the largest in the world and its output is expected to reach USD 535 Bn by 2025-26.

As one of India's leading providers of food processing solutions, Kanchan Metals is preparing to exhibit its latest innovations tailored for various segments of the food industry at the Snack & BakeTec exhibition, slated to take place from 5 to 7 June at Yashobhoomi (IICC) in Dwarka, New Delhi.

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

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.

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