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A medida que los procesadores trabajan cada vez más con patatas procedentes de condiciones de cultivo más difíciles, FAM STUMABO ha presentado StoneExtractor para mejorar la evacuación de piedras dentro del cabezal de corte y reducir daños operativos.

Bühler Group announced that Bühler Bangalore (BBAN) has received the Gold Award at the 18th Edition of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) EHS Excellence Award 2025, recognizing achievements in Environment, Health and Safety practices.

Wyma Solutions’ Micron Filter XL is a self-cleaning filtration system for post-harvest operations. Filtering water to 0.15mm, it cuts TSS by 60%+ and BOD/COD by 50%+, enabling water reuse, reducing costs, and supporting sustainability.

Agrico reports strong performance from Babylon, Vogue, Paradiso and Fajah potato varieties in Cyprus despite heavy rainfall, cold weather and strong winds. New varieties Feliz, Jamaica and Sivas also show promising results.

In South Africa potatoes are the fourth most consumed staple food after maize, wheat, and rice. They are a valuable source of affordable energy and nutrition and play an important role in feeding households throughout the year.

The Dutch potato sector used International Potato Day to highlight its role in global food security, innovation, and economic growth. Industry leaders and policymakers emphasized cooperation, sustainability, and support to maintain global leadership.

Sticomax Group has acquired ICS Spiral Freezers to strengthen its expertise in freezing, cooling, and proofing solutions. The addition expands the group to seven companies, with combined turnover expected to reach EUR 125 million (USD 142 million).

UK potato farmers face rising costs, weak prices, labour shortages and climate shocks after years of disruption. Profitability is under pressure, risking sector decline. Innovation, policy support and collaboration are key to future resilience.

From June 10-13, 2026, Urschel and KRONEN will showcase cutting and processing solutions designed to strengthen line operations for maximum production at ProPak Asia in Bangkok, Thailand.

The European Commission launched a Fertiliser Action Plan to support farmers, strengthen EU fertiliser production, reduce import dependency, boost food security, and accelerate sustainable, bio-based solutions.

Urschel Japan will unveil the new Little Gem Aspire Dicer alongside advanced food cutting solutions at FOOMA Japan 2026, showcasing precision, compact design, and high-capacity processing innovations for the evolving food industry.

Antes del Día Internacional de la Papa, el 30 de mayo, McCain Foods publicó la edición inaugural del McCain Spud Report, un estudio global de consumidores que explora cómo las personas disfrutan de las papas fritas y de la papa en su vida cotidiana.

McCain Foods released its first Spud Report, surveying 12,000 people across 11 countries. The study found fries are the world’s favourite potato dish, bringing joy, comfort and connection across cultures.

Wageningen y el Gobierno neerlandés avanzan con un ensayo de campo de papas editadas con NTG para reforzar la resistencia al tizón tardío y reducir el uso de pesticidas, en un contexto de cambio regulatorio en la Unión Europea.

Los productores de papa del norte de Sinaloa no lograron cumplir plenamente sus contratos con la industria de botanas debido a los bajos rendimientos de la cosecha, en un año marcado por pérdidas económicas y una evaluación general negativa para el sector.

Galicia enfrenta una campaña de patata muy complicada, con una caída estimada del 25% por el impacto de las lluvias e inundaciones, en medio de mayores importaciones, precios en origen deprimidos y costos de producción en alza.

El mercado brasileño de la papa cierra mayo con oferta más ajustada en Minas Gerais, precios mayoristas firmes, avances en monitoreo de suelos y bioinsumos, y alertas climáticas que podrían complicar la actividad en el sur y sudeste del país.

Potatoes in Practice 2026 returns on August 13 at Balruddery Farm near Dundee with SPOT robotic dog demos, live cooking by Sarah Rankin, field trials and seminars.