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september 09, 2011
België blijft hét land van Bintje
Bintje blijft voorlopig dé pijler van de Belgische aardappelteelt. Die boodschap kwam duidelijk naar voren tijdens de internationale aardappelbeurs Potato Europe, dit jaar in het Belgische Kain. Het bleek niet alleen uit de talrijke rassenproeven, wa...From the archive
september 09, 2011
Aardappelverwerker PinguinLutosa ziet niets in meer contractteelt
De handel blijft een belangrijke rol spelen in de aanvoer van aardappelen naar Lutosa in Leuze-en-Hainaut. In Nederland is het belang van de aardappelhandel flink gereduceerd, maar voor zo’n ontwikkeling kiest PinguinLutosa niet, zegt Emanuel Van den B...From the archive
september 08, 2011
ConAgra Foods Recognized in Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America
ConAgra Foods, Inc., (NYSE: CAG), one of North America's leading packaged food companies, today announced that it will be added for the first time to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America. One of the world's most recognizable sustain...From the archive
september 07, 2011
Potato Europe 2011 underway
Today, the annual European potato event Potato Europe started in Tournai (Kain) in Belgium. This international event for potato professionals alternates between the countries Belgium, Germany, France and The Netherlands.From the archive
september 06, 2011
Zagat: Best French Fries at McDonald's
Zagat released results of its 2011 Fast Food survey based on responses from 6,064 Zagat.com diners who ate at chain outlets at least once a month. The survey covered 103 major fast-food chains, and survey respondents weighed in on everything from break...From the archive
september 04, 2011
Aardappeloogst België
De hectareopbrengsten bij Bintje in België ligt op 53 ton per hectare na 135 groeidagen, zo blijkt uit proefrooiingen op 29 percelen door het Belgische onderzoeksinstituut PCA. Gemiddeld werd bij proefrooiingen over de laatste tien jaar na 135 groeid...From the archive
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september 03, 2011
Manitoba Potato producers face challenges
Manitoba potato growers have had a tough go this season, but are pulling through. The threat of late blight and irrigation issues have taken their toll on potato growers, but the direct delivery season is getting underway. Some farmers were forced to...From the archive
augustus 30, 2011
J.R. Simplot Announces Staffing Changes at Grand Forks and Portage la Prairie Facilities
There has been some restructuring at the J.R. Simplot Midwest Raw Department. James Kim has accepted the position of Regional Raw Procurement Manager for the Midwest and will be based in Grand Forks. Kim will be responsible for North Dakota and Manito...From the archive
augustus 30, 2011
McCain Foods (Canada) launched potato medleys
With summer drawing to a close and home, school and work calendars filling up once again, parents are looking for quick and wholesome dinner options for their busy families. McCain Foods (Canada) is launching a new product that is perfect for parents ...From the archive
augustus 28, 2011
Aviko start ludieke frietactie voor frideaal Vlaamse frieten
Aviko is een ludieke actie gestart, bedoeld voor Nederlanders die terugkeren van vakantie en alle Belgen die de grens met Nederland passeren. Aan de grens bij Hazeldonk (A16 Breda), Knuvelkes (A2 Maastricht) en Tienbaan (A76 Bocholz) stond het afgelop...From the archive
augustus 25, 2011
Food Processing Awards ConAgra/Lamb Weston 2011 Green Plant of the Year
ConAgra Foods/Lamb Weston sweet potato processing plant in Delhi was recognized as "2011 Green plant of the Year"in a contest organized by FoodProcessing.com. The plant was selected by readers from three finalists: Faribault Foods' main pl...From the archive
augustus 25, 2011
Idaho Potato shortage forces early harvests
This season’s harvest is shaping to be a bit backwards for Aberdeen, Idaho, grower Ritchey Toevs. Normally by Aug. 23, Toevs would be winding up his grain harvest, leaving his potatoes in the ground for another month. Due to cool, damp weather this su...From the archive
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augustus 19, 2011
Topopbrengst aardappelen
De aardappeloogst van 2011 wordt duidelijk groter dan de aardappeloogst van 2010, zowel in Nederland als in omringende landen. Dat is goed voor de fritesfabrieken, maar funest voor de prijsvorming. Leon Boer, hoofd afdeling verkoop bij Farm Frites, vo...From the archive
augustus 17, 2011
Frites Español wint friteswedstrijd
De Frites Español, bedacht door Marvin Meeuwig van Vitaria Eeterij Family Nieuw Vennep, is winnaar van de Frites Special Wedstrijd die formulehuis FHC-formulebeheer onder haar franchisenemers hield. Het winnende frietje staat binnenkort bij alle bij aa...From the archive
augustus 17, 2011
Aunt Bessie's expands 'Home style' Frozen Potato Range
The Aunt Bessie’s brand is aiming to drive growth in the frozen potato category by expanding its range of frozen ‘home-style’ potatoes. The launches will bring new varieties and flavours to the category. Building on the success of Midweek Mini Roasti...From the archive
augustus 15, 2011
US Potato Sales & Utilization estimates by the United States Potato Board
The USPB is pleased to deliver the industry’s sales and utilization estimates for calendar year 2010. The full report is attached following this story.From the archive
augustus 14, 2011
Aardappelindustrie Nederland verwerkt record hoeveelheid aardappelen
De Nederlandse aardappelverwerkende industrie neemt in Europa een vooraanstaande plaats in bij de productie van aardappelconsumptieproducten. En er wordt meer gemaakt dan alleen voorgebakken producten (frites, blokjes, schijfjes e.d.).From the archive
augustus 10, 2011
Dutch eye potato opportunities in the Philippines
Many Dutch businessmen are starting to show an interest in agriculture in the Philippines. This sudden interest marks the success of the Philippine Netherlands Business Council or PNBC’s working luncheon where it showcased the richness or potential we...From the archive
