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Heat and Control will return to Gulfood Manufacturing 2025, presenting its industry-leading solutions for manufacturers of snack food, French fry, and process-prepared applications.

Commercial Food Sanitation (CFS) opened its first stand-alone training facility, CFS Institute North America, in New Orleans. The 13,700 sq. ft. center offers hands-on training, labs, and collaboration to advance food safety, hygiene, and efficiency.

CêlaVíta, the Dutch chilled potato processor once owned by McCain, will not restart after bankruptcy. All 171 jobs are lost as the Wezep factory is dismantled and auctioned, marking the end of a well-known name in potato processing.

Farmton Foods signs Rs. 580 Cr (USD 69.5 Million) MoU with Gujarat Govt to set up a frozen potato plant in Mehsana. The 2026 facility will boost exports, engage 5,500+ farmers via contract farming & drive sustainable, tech-led agri growth.

On September 25 and 26, 2025, Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters in Emmeloord, the Netherlands.

FAM STUMABO is expanding globally with new facilities in Spain, Germany, and the USA, reinforcing its commitment to customer proximity, service excellence, and a stronger direct presence across key international markets.

Hungritos wrapped up four dynamic days at World Food India 2025, showcasing its innovative frozen snacks, forging partnerships, and driving conversations on quality, convenience, and sustainability in the evolving frozen food industry.

Productores nacionales se encuentran frente a una cosecha histórica de papa con una calidad y rendimientos sobresalientes, que permitirá abastecer el mercado local y no depender del producto importado.

Selecting the right cutting method is vital for accuracy, reduced waste, and consistent texture. Herbort GmbH launches the universal 122W cutting machine, offering precision, versatility, and efficiency in fruit and vegetable processing.

Grup Șerban Holding, Romania’s top potato producer and supplier, joins Europatat. Farming 13,000 ha, it supplies PepsiCo and retailers, expands storage and builds a frozen potato plant. Listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (GSH).

Lamb Weston opened a 40,000 m² plant in Mar del Plata, Argentina, processing 200 M lbs of potatoes yearly. It creates 250 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs, exports 80% to Latin America, and emphasizes quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

Australia faces a potato shortage after its toughest season in a decade. Extreme weather in South Australia, the nation’s main potato region, cut yields, causing supermarket shortages. Mitolo Family Farms cites heat, cold, and drought as main factors.

Goodrich Cereals Ltd. earns BRCGS Grade A Certification, highlighting its global commitment to food safety, quality, and excellence in processed potato products through rigorous standards, innovation, and sustainable operations.

This week, a delegation of United States potato industry leaders joined USDA officials in Tokyo to emphasize the importance of gaining fresh market access for United States potatoes.

Hungritos showcased its innovative frozen finger foods at Food & Hotel Malaysia 2025, engaging global industry leaders and highlighting its commitment to quality, sustainability, and expanding its international market presence.

'La patata de calidad se carga, pero la otra no se quiere' . El precio no cubre costos y hay dificultades con los contratos.

The narrative of potato processing organizations in India often centers on large, male-dominated conglomerates. Yet, in West Bengal, a potato processing company is emerging rapidly, a company proving that vision, purity, and women’s leadership are the perfect ingredients for success.

The Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) has reported that United States demand for Canadian table potatoes could be lower this year due to a large United States crop and extremely low prices.