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Utz® launches limited-edition Lemonade Potato Chips in partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. A portion of sales (up to USD 25000) supports childhood cancer research. Available through August online and at major retailers.

Key Technology (Key) and PPM Technologies (PPM), both members of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, introduce their new fully-integrated nut processing line.

Lamb Weston faces a $14M class action lawsuit in Washington over unpaid breaks and overtime at its potato processing plants, including a closed Connell french fry facility. Workers seek damages; Lamb Weston denies the claims.

Trump’s tariffs threaten Canada-sourced canola oil, crucial for frying french fries. With rising oil costs, restaurants may raise prices, switch oils, or cut profits—making fries a luxury instead of a cheap staple.

Potato supply from Idaho is lower than it was at this time last year.

At Wyma, the belief is strong that robust industry associations are vital to the continued success and innovation of the agricultural sector. That's why Wyma has announced membership with leading potato industry organisations across North America.

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), the world’s leading manufacturer of baked snack production systems, has promoted Andrew Jones to Project Manager.

On April 9, 2025, Deutscher Kartoffelhandelsverband e.V., DKHV (the German Potato Trade Association) held its 19th General Assembly in Dresden, a city with a long-standing tradition in trade and historical ties to the potato industry.

Vive Crop Protection had announced a label expansion for AZteroid™ FC 390 in Canada, bringing its proven disease control to a wider range of crops including sugarbeets, radishes, and a group of high-value root vegetables. 

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) has announced its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 and reaffirmed its full year financial targets for fiscal 2025.

FPS Food Process Solutions ("FPS"), a global leader in turn-key food processing solutions, further reiterates its commitment to the US market with major investments in US-based manufacturing and services.

The World Potato Congress hosts a webinar on potato sustainability with John Mesko, CEO of PSA, on April 16, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST. It covers a comprehensive program that supports farmers in adopting better practices and sharing their story.

PSA welcomes Iowa State University, Black Gold Farms, Tidal Grow AgriScience, and Potato Services of Michigan as new members in 2025, expanding collaboration to advance sustainability in the potato industry.

Canadian Fertilizer company Nutrien Ltd. has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing company performance and providing an update on its sustainability initiatives.

Moving dry bulk materials in industrial settings comes with unique challenges, especially when handling substances that are abrasive, sticky, or prone to clumping.

The USD 30 million incentive program for large agricultural developments in North Dakota received a unanimous "do-pass" recommendation from the Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee Thursday morning.

The Manitoba potato industry — from seed producers to those who grow the main crops — is scrambling to adjust to news that the companies they supply are slashing orders, leaving them facing potentially huge losses.

HZPC Americas Corp. has announced the addition of a new Business Development Manager, Sean Davenport, to its team's efforts in North America. The team at HZPC Americas is continuing growing!