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Iscon Balaji Foods (Hungritos) joins the Global Potato Summit 2025 as Platinum Sponsor. Visit Stall D9–D11 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, and explore premium fries, snacks, and potato innovations shaping India’s potato industry growth.

Lamb Weston, HAI, Radboud University and ISPT are advancing potato processing with AI and hyperspectral imaging to boost quality, reduce waste and improve efficiency. Lamb Weston experts say the technology enables consistent supply and faster, deeper quality predictions.

Ukraine imported 123,140 t of potatoes in Jan–Oct 2025, up 5.1 times, worth USD 66M, mainly from Poland, Egypt and the Netherlands. Exports fell 13.4% to 2,140 t, though earnings rose slightly. In October, imports dropped sharply while exports grew.

The organiser of the Global Potato Summit (GPS) 2025, the Media Today Group just provided more details on the international conference and exhibition scheduled for 11–12 December 2025 at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida followed by live Farm Demonstrations near Hapur.

Los precios de la papa tipo ágata subieron en los principales mayoristas debido a lluvias y baja oferta, pero esta mejora puntual ocurre en un año especialmente difícil para los productores brasileños, marcado por costos elevados, inestabilidad climática, sobreoferta e importaciones que han deprimido la rentabilidad del sector.

La empresa norteamericana ampliara su producción en Mendoza ampliando para ello también su infraestructura energética.

Gracias a la fuerte inversión internacional y el desarrollo industrial la provincia se ha posicionado como un polo papero fuertísimo.

Las importaciones españolas de frutas y hortalizas frescas siguieron creciendo entre enero y septiembre de 2025, con un alza del 6% en volumen y del 13% en valor. La patata se mantuvo como el producto más importado.

China is emerging as a key player in the global potato processing market, according to a study by leading Chinese research institutes. Despite rapid growth, China still trails major processors but is steadily strengthening its position.

The DKHV is relaunching the 'Kids an die Knolle' school garden program in 2026, inviting teachers and educators to register and receive 5 kg of free seed potatoes for hands-on learning. Schools can register until 15 February 2026.

Bauer’s LAMMA highlights include the new Rainmaster A4 irrigator with PE hose and SmartRain connectivity, plus upgraded slurry tankers with contactless steering, new field-mapping controls, and a range of pumps and separators.

FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026 (4–6 Feb, Berlin) gathers the global fresh produce industry for innovation, networking, and market insights. With 2,500+ exhibitors, expert forums, tech showcases, and the 20th Innovation Award, it drives the future of fresh produce.

Poland exported a record 107,540 tonnes of potatoes from January to August 2025, supplying 31 countries. Ukraine led with 57,110 tonnes, followed by Romania, Moldova, Belarus, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Latvia, Spain, and the UK.

Beirut–Erbil Company successfully joined AGRO PACK Erbil, meeting industry leaders to explore partnerships that strengthen Iraq’s food supply chain. The team also welcomed the Dutch Ambassador, highlighting growing international interest in the Iraqi market.

The 58th Idaho Potato Conference will be held Jan. 21–22 in Pocatello, featuring panels, research updates, a trade show and sessions on soil-borne diseases, agronomy, storage and water issues. Registration is USD 40 before Jan. 14.

Kroeker Farms announces a CEO transition: Wayne Rempel becomes Senior Advisor after decades of leadership, and COO Harwin Bouwman is appointed CEO effective Dec 1, 2025.

Alongside a roasted turkey and stuffing, a traditional Thanksgiving meal in the United States usually includes sweet potatoes glazed with butter and brown sugar and topped with toasted mini marshmallows.

Sobeys has named Peak of the Market its 2024 Best Local Produce Supply Partner in Manitoba. Store managers recognized Peak for its quality, reliability, and strong relationship with Sobeys, highlighting their shared commitment to delivering fresh local produce.