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Agrico acquires majority stake in Parkland Seed Potatoes Ltd
September 01, 2014

Agrico acquires majority stake in Parkland Seed Potatoes Ltd

The Dutch potato cooperative Agrico has recently purchased more shares in its joint investment Parkland Seed Potatoes Ltd, granting it a majority stake in this Canadian seed potato company.
Luis da Silva
September 01, 2014

NPC Academic Scholarship awarded to Cornell Grad Luis da Silva

The National Potato Council (NPC) is pleased to award Washington Luis da Silva, a plant pathology Ph.D. student at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., its 2014-15 Academic Scholarship.
Growing Organic Potatoes in PEI: Kentdale Farms
August 28, 2014

Growing organic potatoes in Prince Edward Island

The red fields of Prince Edward Island are renowned for growing potatoes. Fred Dollar’s decision to grow organic potatoes is built on that reputation.
Andy Jensen leads Potato Association of America
August 28, 2014

Andy Jensen leads Potato Association of America

The Potato Association of America’s new president says the organization aims to provide the industry with the best research and information available. Andy Jensen took over as president of the research organization in July.
La humilde papa pierde lugar en EE.UU.
August 26, 2014

La humilde papa pierde lugar en EE.UU.

Cae el consumo por la competencia de alimentos supuestamente más sanos y por el menor tiempo disponible para cocinar.
Burger King, Tim Hortons: merger is a go...
August 26, 2014

Burger King, Tim Hortons: merger is a go...

An agreement was reached today to create the world’s third largest quick service restaurant company. Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX, NYSE: THI) and Burger King Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: BKW) today announced a definitive agreement under which the two companies will create a new global powerhouse in the quick service restaurant sector.
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Snack Food Association releases Statement on Sodium and Cardiovascular Disease Studies
August 25, 2014

Snack Food Association releases Statement on Sodium and Cardiovascular Disease Studies

“Research released on sodium and cardiovascular disease in today’s [August 14] New England Journal of Medicine adds to the national discussion of sodium's role in the American diet,” says Snack Food Association (SFA) CEO Tom Dempsey.
McCain Foods to sell North American pizza business to Dr. Oetker
August 25, 2014

McCain Foods to sell North American pizza business to Dr. Oetker

McCain Foods said Wednesday it has signed a deal to sell its North American frozen pizza business to Dr. Oetker GmbH.
Tim Hortons Restaurant near the Niagara Falls
August 25, 2014

Burger King and Tim Hortons talk about a merger

Yesterday Burger chain Burger King and Canadian Coffee and Donut Chain Tim Hortons confirmed they are in talks to join forces.
[Mapa mental] Qué hacen los países andinos para mitigar el impacto del cambio climático sobre su producción de papa?
August 24, 2014

[Mapa mental] Qué hacen los países andinos para mitigar el impacto del cambio climático sobre su producción de papa?

Utilizando los servicios de Mattermap, se ha construido este mapa para mostrar rápidamente lo que se hace en los Andes para disminuir los efectos del cambio climático en la producción del tubérculo.
Sharing The History Of The Prince Edward Island Potato Industry
August 23, 2014

Sharing The History Of The Prince Edward Island Potato Industry

Prince Edward Island potato growers are proud of the trail blazers and industry builders who have established PEI as a world leader in potato production and expertise.
Amy Burdett, Marketing Operations Director, USPB
August 23, 2014

Amy Burdett Joins US Potato Board as Marketing Operations Director

The United States Potato Board (USPB) is pleased to announce Amy Burdett has joined its staff as Marketing Operations Director in the Denver office.
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August 19, 2014

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After less than a year of being on the menu, Burger King is getting rid of its lower-calorie french fries, called Satisfries, at most of its restaurants.
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PEI Potato Industry Shocked by McCain Plant closure
August 07, 2014

PEI Potato Industry Shocked by McCain Plant closure

The Prince Edward Island potato industry is reeling today from the announcement that McCain Foods will close its Borden-Carleton French fry facility as of October 31, 2014.
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August 07, 2014

Finalists Do-us-a-flavour Canada announced

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August 06, 2014

Make the Perfect Potato Salad with help of the Idaho Potato Commission

With more than 100 potato salads in its rich recipe database, as well as tips from the experts and how-to videos, the Idaho Potato Commission’s (IPC) website is your top resource for this popular summer side dish.
Lawsuit challenging Kettle Chip 'Reduced Fat' Claim Will Proceed
August 06, 2014

Lawsuit challenging Kettle Chip 'Reduced Fat' Claim Will Proceed

The makers of Kettle brand chips persuaded a federal judge to dismiss claims that its 'reduced fat sea salt chips' were falsely advertised, though the judge gave the plaintiff leave to amend his complaint.

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