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Elea Technology has appointed Vassilis Smoilis as Strategic Business Advisor to support the adoption of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology and expand customer engagement across the food processing industry.

Elea will host PEF Advantage Day 2026 on September 9 in Quakenbrück, Germany, featuring AI-powered PiCon Tools for smarter PEF processing. The free event includes live demos, expert talks, networking, and product testing opportunities.

Natural Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has signed an MoU with the Republic of Ghana to support agricultural development through food processing technologies and post-harvest infrastructure, with the aim of reducing losses and improving food security.

Flikweert Vision delivered six upgraded QualityGrader optical sorting machines for a modern onion sorting line. The enhanced platform features improved software, remote service, reliability and sorting performance for efficient grading.

Ukraine has begun building its largest potato processing plant in Cherkasy. The first phase, due by late 2026 or early 2027, will produce 25,000 tonnes of potato flour annually, replacing imports, with future expansion into French fries and exports.

European potato processors are prioritizing automation, resource use and flexible equipment as labour shortages, energy costs, climate risks and competition increase. Wyma highlights technologies help improve yields and resilience for future growth.

Agristo has officially broken ground on its new potato processing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The project is expected to create 300–350 jobs, process 275,000 tons of potatoes annually, and begin production in fall 2029.

Belgian AI technology company Polysense has raised USD 10.7 million to expand its AI-powered quality control and process optimisation solutions, helping food manufacturers reduce waste, improve yield, and automate real-time production decisions.

Advanced post-harvest technologies are helping cut food waste, reduce carbon emissions, improve storage efficiency, and strengthen sustainable food supply chains through AI, IoT, precision sorting, renewable energy, and smart cold storage solutions.

Global potato processing is shifting toward efficiency as Asia expands capacity while Europe invests in automation and energy-saving technologies. Heat and drought are increasing crop variability, influencing starch markets and supply strategies.

Record-breaking early-summer temperatures and low soil moisture are increasing variability in Europe's 2026 potato crop. Wyma Solutions highlights post-harvest solutions to help processors manage quality, efficiency and throughput.

Heat and Control will showcase Urschel's latest slicing and dicing equipment, including the Little Gem Aspire Dicer and MicroAdjustable SL-14 Slicing Head, during foodpro 2026 in Melbourne, Australia.

Forsfood Group Oy has joined Orat Oy and Banmark Oy Ab in a strategic acquisition, combining decades of expertise in food processing machinery. The company will continue operations under its name with unchanged team, ensuring full continuity.

Potato Demo Day 2026 heeft de bezoekersregistratie geopend voor het evenement in september in Westmaas. Het programma omvat meer dan 120 exposanten, 25 kennissessies, machinedemonstraties, een Startup Plaza en de volledige aardappelketen centraal.

Idahoan Foods has improved conveyor reliability at its Idaho Falls potato processing facility by installing Intralox Series 10000 belting beneath its even-flow bins, eliminating belt slippage, reducing maintenance and helping prevent costly downtime.

FrietHoes schaalt op met een nieuwe frietfabriek in Nieuw-Vennep en breidt zijn capaciteit en bereik uit in zowel de binnenlandse als internationale markten. Door de stijgende vraag naar friet met een échte aardappelsmaak is het merk klaar om de nieuwe kwaliteitsnorm in friet te worden.

Ishida Europe has named Takayo Motegi as Managing Director, succeeding Dave Tiso, who becomes Chairman. With 30+ years in the Ishida Group, Motegi will lead growth across EMEA, advancing automation, packaging and quality control solutions.

Introducing Foodera Technologies, the new global group uniting Tummers Group, Van der Giessen Industrie, Kiremko, Idaho Steel and REYCO Systems. The group combines technologies and expertise to help food processors prepare for future challenges.