Governments of Manitoba and Canada invest in new Potato, Sweet Potato and Carrot research site
Septiembre 04, 2016

Governments of Manitoba and Canada invest in new Potato, Sweet Potato and Carrot research site

The Governments of Canada and Manitoba have invested more than $210,000 in a new vegetable research site near Winkler, focused on improving yields, developing new varieties and creating opportunities for potato, sweet potato and carrot growers.
Late blight detected in a Western Manitoba Potato Crop
Julio 19, 2016

Late blight detected in a Western Manitoba Potato Crop

Manitoba's first case of late blight for the year was found in a western Manitoba field over the weekend.
Manitoba potato acres projected to fall
Abril 24, 2016

Manitoba potato acres projected to fall

Potato acres are expected to fall in Manitoba this spring, as french fry companies cut back on process potato contracts.
Ron Offutt highlights the contribution of strong partnerships to his international success
Febrero 11, 2016

Ron Offutt highlights the contribution of strong partnerships to his international success

Ron Offutt, founder and Chairman Emeritus of the R. D. Offutt Company, the United States’ largest producer of potatoes, spoke about his business success on the final day of Manitoba Potato Production Days in Brandon on January 28.
McCain Foods Canada investments in Carberry plant supported by government
Enero 03, 2016

McCain Foods Canada investments in Carberry plant supported by government

Local and Federal Government (Manitoba, Canada) have announced an investment of nearly $380,000 for the McCain Foods potato processing plant in Carberry to increase efficiency, reduce waste and support the sustainable growth of Manitoba’s potato industry. The governments’ investment represents half of the total equipment cost.
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Julio 15, 2015

Signs of recovery in the Canadian french-fry business

While the rest of the agriculture sector nervously eyes the oil melt-down, the french fry industry in Canada might actually be poised for a comeback
Potato Processing Deals Reached in Manitoba, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick
Mayo 18, 2015

Potato Processing Deals Reached in Manitoba, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick

Potato Producers Manitoba, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick all have reached a deal with the French Fry manufacturers.
Colorado Potato Beetle insecticide resistance spreading west (Courtesy: @spudology / twitter)
Febrero 23, 2015

Colorado Potato Beetle insecticide resistance spreading west

It should come as no surprise to Prairie potato growers that Colorado Potato Beetle (CPB) insecticide resistance is increasing.
The economic impact of the potato industry in Manitoba
Diciembre 01, 2014

The economic impact of the potato industry in Manitoba

The economic importance of the Manitoba Potato Industry comes to light in a study prepared by Informa Economics, The Economic Contributions of the Manitoba Potato Complex.
Dan Sawatzky, Keystone Potato Producers Association
Mayo 11, 2014

Manitoba potato growers still in talks with Simplot

Keystone Potato Producers Association based in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, has yet to complete negotiations with Simplot Canada II over a contract for 2014 production.
Old Dutch borrows Restaurant Flavours for their Double Dutch™ Thick Ripple Appetizers Chips
Mayo 07, 2014

Double Dutch Thick Ripple Appetizers Chips borrow restaurant flavours

Old Dutch Foods developed a range of new Chips flavour profiles: Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders, Buffalo Wing and Blue Cheese Dip, Calamari & Tzatziki Sauce, and Burstin' Onion. The fact that these sound like your favourite restaurant appetizer menu is no accident.
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Abril 24, 2014

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McCain Foods upgrades potato receiving in Portage La Prairie

McCain Foods (Canada) french fry plant in Portage la Prairie is planning some upgrades ahead this summer.
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A shortage of locally grown processing potatoes is threatening to make the Canadian province of Manitoba an importer of spuds for the first time in more than two decades and will lead to production cuts in at least one local processing plant.
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