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September 18, 2022
Mercadona cambia la receta de la tortilla de patatas
La tortilla de patata es uno de los bocados más populares de nuestro país. Consumido en todos los hogares, además es la tapa más solicitada en los bares y restaurantes, da igual en qué provincia de España te encuentres.
September 17, 2022
Kenya: USD 1 million program set to benefit potato farmers
More than 3,000 small-holder potatoes farmers from Nakuru are set to benefit from a KES 127 million (USD 1 million) program aimed at enhancing potato production in the County.
September 15, 2022
Satisfacción con los resultados de la PotatoEurope 2022
La Sociedad Alemana de Agricultura (DLG) ha organizado en Rittergut Bockerode, en Springe-Mittelrode (Baja Sajonia), la feria internacional de la patata PotatoEurope 2022. Del 7 al 8 de septiembre de 2022, ha sido el punto de encuentro para productores, transformadores y comercializadores de patatas de Alemania y del extranjero.
September 15, 2022
Potato genomes under the microscope
The DNA in humans and gorillas is about 95% identical. This percentage is much lower between potato varieties. This might sound like a fun fact to remember for a pub quiz, but for Remco Ursem and Stan Oome, it is a premise that carries a serious challenge.
September 15, 2022
NEPG: Climate change will reduce the total potato production in Belgium, Netherlands, France and Germany by 7 to 11 % despite an increase in hectares
During its last meeting prior to Potato Europe 2022, the North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG) estimates that global potato production in the NEPG zone (EU-04) will be down by 7 to 11 %.
September 15, 2022
PotatoEurope 2022 confirms its place as international venue for the potato industry
The PotatoEurope trade fair, which took place this week on 7 and 8 September, at the Rittergut Bockerode Estate in Springe-Mittelrode near Hanover, Germany, has confirmed its role as the international venue for potato. Sponsored Content
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September 15, 2022
S.V. Agri Signed MOU With Farmers Collectives Of Assam Towards Localised Value Chain Development
Siddhi Vinayak Agri Processing Private Limited has signed MOU with farmers collectives which are supported under the World Bank and Govt of Assam seeded project for rural transformation named APART.
September 14, 2022
España: Menos patatas en Álava por culpa del calor
No siempre el calor es bueno para determinados cultivos y menos cuando en un año como este la ausencia de lluvias ha inquietado a los productores y ha obligado a gastos suplementarios en bombeo de agua y en cantidad de riegos.
September 14, 2022
McCain Foods expands vegetable appetizer portfolio with Scelta Products acquisition
McCain Foods has acquired Scelta Products, adding the Netherlands-based producer of frozen foods to its growing family of delicious, prepared vegetable appetizer product offerings.
September 14, 2022
Mark Zuidhof appointed COO of cooperative potato company Agrico
Mark Zuidhof will be appointed COO of Agrico as of 16 September. Together with current director Jan van Hoogen (CEO), he will form the Statutory Board of Agrico. Jan van Hoogen will step down as director as of 1 January 2024.
September 14, 2022
Is potato your business? Plan and register for Interpom 2022: November 27-29 in Kortrijk Xpo, Belgium
This year, INTERPOM, the leading trade fair for the entire potato chain, will be held on 27, 28 and 29 November 2022 in Kortrijk Xpo (Belgium).
September 14, 2022
Scott Automation introduces end-of-line or multi-line palletizer Pal 4.0 at Empack Ghent
Scott Automation introduces innovative technologies for the packaging industry at Empack Ghent 2022, including their latest end-of-line and multiline palletising system Pal 4.0. Sponsored Content 
September 14, 2022
Key Technology Introduces Sort-to-Grade with Artificial Intelligence
Key Technology, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, introduces AI-driven Sort-to-Grade® (STG) at Pack Expo booth S-3547. Advanced AI algorithms allow STG for potato strips to digitally resolve clumps.
September 14, 2022
Peak of the Market Announces Sales Team Changes
Peak of the Market is pleased to announce important changes to their Sales team. Dave Whitmore is adjusting his attention to provide leadership and direction for the overall business and has assumed the role of Vice President Product & Business Development.
September 12, 2022
Lamb Weston Holdings Announces USD 240 Million Capital Investment in New French Fry Processing Line in Argentina
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced today an expansion of french fry processing capacity in Argentina with the planned construction of a new manufacturing facility in Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires.
September 12, 2022
Sas Bernard, a well-known french potato grower, renews its trust in TOMRA Food by choosing the TOMRA 3A
The Bernard SME employs 35 people and is almost one hundred years old. It is located in Gomiécourt, 30 minutes from the Arras train station, in the Hautsde-France region on the vast plains of the Artois.
September 12, 2022
DanRoots and Newtec: A collaboration for accurate and efficient weighing and packing of a new organic snack carrot variant
DanRoots selected Newtec's weighing and packing solution to optimize production sustainably. Newtec’s innovative weighing solutions offer reliability and efficiency of production for customers in the food industry.
September 12, 2022
Marleen de Rond-Schouten will be the new Managing Director Agro & Strategy as of 1 January 2023.
On 1 January 2023, Marleen de Rond-Schouten will take over Arjan de Rooij’s tasks as Managing Director Agro & Strategy. Mr De Rooij will leave Royal Avebe after more than 14 years.