Potato News

August 29, 2024

Starch Manufacturer Royal Avebe starts potato campaign

This week, the first potatoes will arrive for Royal Avebe's potato campaign. The potatoes from Avebe's farmer members will be processed into potato starch and potato protein.

(LR) Peter van der Stouwe Sales Director at DutchTecSource, Vincent Wunnink, Finance Director (CFO) at DutchTecSource, Marco Peeters, Director of Operations at Romonta and Lode De Boe Co-Owner of Sticomax

August 28, 2024

Belgian Sticomax acquires DutchTecSource (DTS) to become global player in machinery and systems for the food industry.

Belgian machine builder Sticomax, a leading holding in machine building for the food industry, announces the acquisition of Dutch sector company DutchTecSource (DTS).

August 28, 2024

World Water Week: How PepsiCo Foods North America is conserving water and driving change

World Water Week kicks off August 25-29. The team at PepsiCo Foods North America understands water is both a precious resource and necessary for their business from growing crops, manufacturing and even as an ingredient.

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

Francisco Moya es el Director General de Vitalis Réseau

August 28, 2024

España: buenas perspectivas para la campaña de patatas

La campaña española ya se encuentra en plena actividad y las primeras impresiones son muy auspiciosas para el sector.

August 28, 2024

Odisha’s Potato Crisis Eases as West Bengal Lifts Supply Ban for a Week

The potato shortage in Odisha (India) has eased somewhat after the West Bengal government allowed the supply of potato to other states for a week. Experts suggest increasing local production by using HTPS seeds and improving storage facilities.

William Werzyn New Board of Directors of Utz

August 28, 2024

Utz Announces Board of Director Retirement of Michael Rice and Appointment of William Werzyn Jr.

Michael W. Rice has retired from his position on the Utz Brands Board of Directors, and William "B.J." Werzyn Jr. has been appointed to fill the vacancy, effective August 20.

Fortalecen la sanidad del Valle de Tafí para la producción de papa semilla.

August 27, 2024

Argentina: lineamientos para la producción de semilla del futuro

En Tucumán, la zona productiva por excelencia del norte del país, instituciones y productores se reunieron para un evento que anticipa el futuro de la semilla en la región.

AMBATO, Tungurahua. En el mercado Mayorista se evidencia la variación en los precios, por ejemplo, los de la papa y del tomate riñón se mantienen al alza, mientras que los de la mora siguen bajando.

August 27, 2024

Ecuador: buenos precios para el sector productivo

Baja oferta hace a los precios altos en los principales del mercado del país, así como a la felicidad del sector productivo.

An exhibitor demonstrates cutting-edge food processing technology to attendees at Anuga FoodTec India 2023, highlighting the latest advancements in the industry

August 27, 2024

Anuga FoodTec India & Anuga Select India 2024: Shaping the Next Era of Growth and Innovation in Food & Beverage

Anuga FoodTec India & Anuga Select India 2024 are set to showcase unmatched innovation and industry excellence, gearing up for a landmark edition that will redefine the food and food technology sectors.

La variedad de papas nativas con su nombre (Cortesía: Alcaldía de La Paz)

August 26, 2024

Bolivia: esfuerzos por proteger las variedades nativas

El país Andino es cuna de la papa, sin embargo, la herencia genetica se encuentra en peligro.

Psyllid Peril To Potato Prosperity: Lincoln University Research Saves A Canterbury Crop Crisis

August 26, 2024

How to fight Tomato Potato Psyllids (TPP): Lincoln University Research ends Zebra Chip disease threat in Canterbury

Three years ago, 5% of Canterbury’s potatoes were being lost to a disease which threatened to shut down the industry. Now the pest responsible has been driven off thanks to Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University researchers.