Potato News

Russian retail may offer economy-class potatoes and cucumbers for sale
February 04, 2021

Russian retail may offer economy-class potatoes and cucumbers for sale

The Potato Union of Russia sent a letter to the Association of Retail Companies (AKORT) and the Union of Independent Networks (SNS), in which it proposed introducing “economy-class” tubers into the assortment.
Satellite view of the McCain Foods Grand Falls Facility (Courtesy: Google Maps)
February 02, 2021

Canadian Government announces support for McCain Foods - Grand Falls expansion plans

Today the Government of Canada announced CAD 5 million financial support for the implementation of the new potato specialty line planned at the McCain Foods Grand Falls facility.
The RUCIP European Committee approves new internal structure and appoints new European Delegate
February 02, 2021

The RUCIP European Committee approves new internal structure and appoints new European Delegate

RUCIP European Committee -  the organisation that looks after the rules and practices of the Inter-European Trade in Potatoes - has a new internal organisation and new leadership.
Potato growers working hard to restore EU market
February 01, 2021

Scottish Seed Potato growers working hard to restore EU market

The Scottish seed potato industry has harnessed willing buyers in Europe to support their efforts to get the European Commission to re-think its current ban on the importation of UK seed stocks – yet the chances of success remain 50/50.
Husman's snack brand launched 100 years ago in Cincinnati on the way out
February 01, 2021

Husman's snack brand launched 100 years ago in Cincinnati on the way out

People who have long loved the snack at the center of this iconic Cincinnati jingle soon will be unable to heed its cheery call.
Packed Lunch campaign in the UK to champion the jacket spud (baked potato)
February 01, 2021

The New Packed Lunch campaign to champion the jacket spud

AHDB is launching a new marketing campaign this February, with the amazing jacket potato (baked potato) at its heart.
State of the Restaurant Industry report measures virus' impact on business
February 01, 2021

State of the Restaurant Industry report measures virus' impact on business

New research looks at how restaurants and consumers were changed by the events of 2020 and the year of transition ahead.
Willie Jacobs appointed as CEO of Potatoes South Africa (PSA)
February 01, 2021

Willie Jacobs appointed as CEO of Potatoes South Africa (PSA)

Willie Jacobs took over the leadership of Potatoes Potatoes South Africa (PSA) as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after Dr. André Jooste, who as part of his career planning, left the organization after 9 years.
Mercadona cambia las bolsas de plástico de un solo uso por las de fécula de patata
February 01, 2021

Mercadona cambia las bolsas de plástico de un solo uso por las de fécula de patata

La cadena valenciana Mercadona ha eliminado las bolsas de plástico de un solo uso de todas las secciones de sus tiendas físicas, en el servicio a domicilio y online, con lo que cumple el primer hito de la Estrategia 6.25, que ha llevado a cabo a lo largo de 2020.
Direct-seed potatoes show no harvest hit
January 30, 2021

Low tillage potato trial showed no impact on yield and quality

The amount and quality of the potatoes coming off Chad Berry’s field last fall weren’t that much different from one side to the other, but one half came with a lot less tillage.
PepsiCo and Beyond Meat® Establish JV to develop Plant-Based Protein foods: The PLANeT Partnership, LLC
January 30, 2021

PepsiCo and Beyond Meat® Establish JV to develop Plant-Based Protein Foods: The PLANeT Partnership, LLC

Partnership advances PepsiCo's commitments to expand its portfolio of positive choices for consumers and for the planet. The venture will allow Beyond Meat to reach more consumers by entering new product categories and distribution channels.
Pringles® Releases Out-Of-This-World 2021 Big Game Flavor Stacking Ad
January 29, 2021

Pringles® Releases Out-Of-This-World 2021 Big Game Flavor Stacking Ad

As the biggest snacking day of the year approaches, the Pringles® brand is ready for take-off and releasing its fourth consecutive Big Game spot. Fans were given a sneak peek via the Pringles social channels, and the brand is now debuting the full spot.

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