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september 30, 2015
Idaho Potato Commission Appoints James Hoff as new Commissioner
The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) announced the recent appointment of James Hoff as a new Commissioner who will serve a three-year term. James Hoff of Hoff Farms in Idaho Falls will be formally sworn in at the IPC’s October meeting.From the archive
september 29, 2015
Científico chileno explica cómo serán las papas del futuro
El cambio climático y el aumento de la población mundial prevén una progresiva escasez de alimentos dentro de las próximas décadas. Frente a este escenario, el experto en mejoramiento genético Julio Klazich asegura que las papas del futuro tendrán una mejor calidad nutricional, formas y colores más atractivos, tolerarán mejor la sequía y las enfermedades, y serán menos dependientes de los agroquímicos.From the archive
september 28, 2015
Heat and Control ships new equipment for 5,000 lb/hr of potato chips.
Engineered to integrate with a customer’s existing potato handling equipment, a new Heat and Control continuous potato chip slicer feeding, washing, and frying system will boost finished chip production capacity and improve product quality.From the archive
september 28, 2015
Production mashed potato specialties just got better with new Hoegger puree processing & separating technology
The improved separator made by Hoegger ensures better quality and yield when separating boiled potatoes and vegetables. In addition, the new technology results in low operating costs, reliable cleaning and straightforward operation.From the archive
september 25, 2015
El CIP siembra 110 variedades de papas nativas en Perú
El Centro de Investigación de la Papa (CIP), está sembrando 110 variedades de papas nativas de Áncash, que regresan a las tierras de donde son oriundas y que muchas de estas ya se producen en otros departamentos del Perú.From the archive
september 25, 2015
Conagra CEO hints at job cuts and reduced role for Omaha in favor of Chicago/Illinois
ConAgra Foods Chief Executive Sean Connolly is addressing shareholders this morning at an annual meeting at the Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha.From the archive
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september 24, 2015
Security Cameras help keep Prince Edward Island Potatoes safe
The potato harvest on Prince Edward Island is now underway and many farmers have installed security cameras in their fields and around machinery due to potato tampering concerns.From the archive
september 24, 2015
Conagra Foods publishes 2015 citizenship (CSR) report
ConAgra Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) today announced it has issued its 2015 Citizenship Report. The report tracks progress on the company's three-pronged Citizenship platform: Good Food, Stronger Communities and Better Planet.From the archive
september 24, 2015
Warm summer in Alaska results in good potato yields for farms with irrigation
Alaskan potato farms with irrigation had a good year, but farms that didn't have irrigation lost much of their potato yield.From the archive
september 23, 2015
VERYX™ an All-New Digital Sorting Platform by Key Technology
Key Technology introduces an all-new digital sorting platform: VERYX™From the archive
september 22, 2015
Earthfresh innovates potato retail sector with Celebratoes
Last year, Canadian potato packer EarthFresh launched Celebratoes, fresh baby potatoes along with a seasoning pack and are now available in a recyclable three-in-one cooking tray. They are ready to oven roast, BBQ or microwave.From the archive
september 22, 2015
United States sets Food Waste Reduction Goals
In the United States, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Administrator Stan Meiburg have announced the first-ever national food waste reduction goal, calling for a 50% reduction by 2030.From the archive
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september 22, 2015
TOMRA makes new Senior Appointment as it seeks to strengthen Food Business Market Position
TOMRA Sorting has appointed Thomas Molnar to the new position of Global Sales and Marketing Communications Director for its food sorting business.From the archive
september 22, 2015
Conagra Foods reports results Fiscal 2016 Q1
Today ConAgra Foods, Inc., (NYSE: CAG) reported results for the fiscal 2016 first quarter ended August 30, 2015. The report refers to 'good sales and operating profit performance [for its commercial Foods Segment], primarily due to strong volumes, favorable mix, and efficiencies for Lamb Weston.From the archive
september 22, 2015
Washer Blancher Combi for Potato Chip Production introduced by Heat and Control
Heat and Control helps out potato chip manufacturers with limited space with this new compact speed washer for potato slices that doubles as a blancher.From the archive
september 21, 2015
Un software predice la evolución del maíz, la papa y el cacahuete
Investigadores de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid han estudiado la estabilidad en el abastecimiento de productos agrícolas como el maíz, la papa y el cacahuete para la empresa PepsiCo y han desarrollado un software para pronosticar su evolución.From the archive
september 21, 2015
Alemania ya produce 160 mil toneladas de papa ecológica
La superficie dedicada a la producción de papa ecológica ronda esta campaña las 8.200 hectáreas en Alemania y se mantiene estable desde hace años.From the archive
september 21, 2015
The Little Potato Company is calling All Little Chefs
Canada's potato company famous for its small potatoes - the Little Potato Company - has partnered with CTV's The Marilyn Denis Show and Masterchef Canada's Michael Bonacini to create The Little Chef Casting call, an opportunity for young cooks to have a chance to appear on TV and win a culinary trip of a lifetimeFrom the archive