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September 01, 2018
A new crop of fingerlings... Yes, Party Potatoes are back!
Old Oak Farms®, RPE’s core commodity brand, is bringing excitement to the fingerling potato for the third year in a row, with Party Potatoes®.
August 30, 2018
Prince Edward Island introduces 'Fries with the Works' to the world
Prince Edward Island has never kept its unique potato dish 'Fries With The Works' a closely guarded secret. But with the publication of a dedicated website and an online map, it is clear Islanders want to proudly invite EVERYONE to start enjoying.
August 30, 2018
Jason Allen appointed as CEO of Idaho Potato Packer Mart Produce
Idaho Potato Packer The Mart Group, LLC, operating as Mart Produce, announced the appointment of Jason Allen as its new CEO effective August 23rd, replacing Brian Hansen who has acted as the Interim CEO since July 2017.
August 30, 2018
Wada Farms improves year-round availability organic potatoes in partnership with Genesis Organics
Wada Farms announced this week it has entered into a strategic partnership with organic potato packer Genesis Organics located in Southern Idaho.
August 29, 2018
La papa, el segundo alimento de los colombianos
En el país hay 2.02 millones de hectáreas aptas para cultivar papa y más de 110.000 productores dedicados a este cultivo.
August 29, 2018
Tres variedades de papa resistentes a la polilla guatemalteca
El estudio realizado por la Universidad Nacional de Colombia analizó 31 genotipos obtenidos del cruzamiento de variedades nativas y comerciales. Su objetivo fue el de seleccionar los materiales que mayor resistencia presentaron a la plaga. Sponsored Content
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August 29, 2018
Carl Crandlemire named Champion Potato Grower for the McCain Foods Florenceville-Bristol plant
Carl Crandlemire was named the 2017-2018 McCain Champion Potato Grower for Florenceville-Bristol, NB.
August 28, 2018
Alsum Farms & Produce Celebrates 45 Years Of Continued Growth With Farm Field Days
Potato Grower, Packer and Shipper Alsum Farms celebrates its 45 years anniversary with Farm Field Days
August 28, 2018
Environmentally friendly farming practices used by nearly 33% of world’s farms
Nearly one-third of the world’s farms have adopted more environmentally friendly practices, while continuing to be productive (sustainable intensification), according to a global assessment by 17 scientists in five countries.
August 27, 2018
La distancia de siembra de papas criollas incide en su calidad
En los cultivos donde las plantas fueron sembradas a una distancia de 40 cm entre si, se produjo el mayor número de tubérculos calibre cero, que son considerados como los de mejor calidad en el mercado.
August 27, 2018
tna to showcase its snack expertise at Pack Expo International in Chicago
Processing and Packaging Equipment manufacturer tna will present the latest cutting-edge solutions for the confectionery and snack industries at this year’s Pack Expo International in Chicago. One of the highlights in the tna booth is its new tna intelli-flav® OMS 5.1 seasoning system.
August 25, 2018
La papa transgénica está cada vez más cerca del plato
El desarrollo de la papa transgénica resistente al virus PVY, aprobada por la Comisión Asesora de Biotecnología Agropecuaria (Conabia) en 2015, finalmente quedó registrada por el Ministerio de Agroindustria de Argentina para su comercialización.
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August 23, 2018
Two new flavors added to Boulder Canyon® Kettle Chips Cooked In Rice Bran Oil
Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods®, is expanding its line of Rice Bran Oil Kettle Cooked Potato Chips with two new flavors, Buffalo Ranch and Sweet Chipotle.
August 23, 2018
To ease the back to school transition, Frito-Lay introduces 'snackable notes'
As kids go back to school, Frito-Lay variety packs offer parents the opportunity to add a special touch to packed lunches: parents can write or doodle directly on their chip bags
August 23, 2018
Key Technology Celebrates 70 Years of Innovation
Key Technology is celebrating their 70th anniversary. Since introducing their first automated food processing system in 1948, Key has grown to become a global leader based on the principles of innovation, reliability and superior customer service.
August 23, 2018
Processing Equipment manufacturer Idaho Steel creates 'room to grow'
Potato Processing Equipment specialist Idaho Steel Products has purchased a property bordering its Idaho Falls facility. This gives the manufacturer 40.000 square feet of building space and room to grow.
August 22, 2018
Las grandes empresas que apoyan a los pequeños productores
Pequeñas asociaciones de las que dependen cientos de familias son parte de las cadenas de valor de las compañías más importantes de Colombia. Por ejemplo, en Pepsico, el 100% de los proveedores de papa y plátano son nacionales.
August 22, 2018
McCain Foods Limited appoints Danielle Barran as new President of Canadian division
McCain Foods announces the appointment of Danielle Barran to country president, McCain Foods (Canada).