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Lamb Weston for news
februari 26, 2009
Lamb Weston angers Idaho Potato Growers with move towards joint ventures
Lamb Weston, a division of Con-Agra Foods, has decided to grow a larger share of its own potatoes this year through joint ventures or custom-farming arrangements, according to industry officials in Idaho.The move away from traditional contracts with in...
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Washington Potato Growers agree to modify 2009 contracts with Simplot, Lamb Weston
februari 19, 2009
Washington Potato Growers agree to modify 2009 contracts with Simplot, Lamb Weston
Washington State Potato Farmers agreed to modifications in the 2009 potato contracts with potato processing companies Simplot and Lamb Weston.Processing Companies agreed in September to give Northwest potato growers a hefty raise on their 2009 pre-seas...
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februari 18, 2009
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februari 18, 2009
US Potato Growers fear Over-production in 2009
Anyway you slice it, dice it, mash it or fry it, a new survey by the Idaho Potato Commission reveals American's favorite vegetable is the potato. And, despite February being Potato Lover's Month, growers are worried they won't break even on this year's...
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The Prince Edward Island Potato Board has launched a series of “Tater Talk” videos, featuring consumers talking about why they love PEI Potatoes.
februari 12, 2009
PEI Potato Board hires Greg Donald as new General Manager
The Prince Edward Island Potato Board has found a new General Manager to lead the organization. Greg Donald will take on the senior role with the Board, effective Monday, February 16th.  Board Chairman Boyd Rose made the official announcement.
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National Potato Council - US frozen potato exports to Mexico will decline after truck funding elimination
februari 06, 2009
National Potato Council elects Washington Potato Grower Ed Schneider as 2009 President
Washington potato grower Ed Schneider has been elected to lead the National Potato Council. The organization advocates for the economic well-being of U.S. potato growers on federal legislative, regulatory, environmental and trade issues.  In addition,...
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Washington Potato Commission for news
januari 28, 2009
Voigt gives potato progress report at Washington State Potato Conference
Chris Voigt, executive director of the Washington State Potato Commission, addressed a group of roughly 120 growers at the Washington State Potato Conference in Kennewick Tuesday, where he provided an update on key issues for the potato industry.One of...
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Antoon Wallays herverkozen als algemeen voorzitter van Belgapom
januari 26, 2009
Antoon Wallays herverkozen als algemeen voorzitter van Belgapom
Ter gelegenheid van de algemene vergadering van Belgapom in Lokeren werd uittredend algemeen voorzitter Antoon Wallays, bedrijfsleider van het aardappelverwerkingsbedrijf Agristo in Harelbeke, herverkozen.Tevens werd de raad van bestuur voor 2009 – 201...
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Washington State Potato Conference
januari 23, 2009
'Classic Russet' (formerly known as A95109-1) served at Washington State Potato Conference
When potato growers line up for their potato bar lunch at the 48th annual Washington State Potato Conference, they will be meeting and eating an old acquaintance with a new name.The new Classic Russet being topped and served by Commissioners this year ...
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Ruim honderd aardappeltelers aangemeld bij aanbodverenigingen
januari 16, 2009
Ruim honderd aardappeltelers aangemeld bij aanbodverenigingen
Er worden tien verenigingen opgericht in Nederland die het areaal consumptieaardappelen vrijwillig willen beperken.Het initiatief komt van de Nederlandse Akkerbouw Vakbond. De vakbond heeft achttien bijeenkomsten belegd, zegt bestuurder Keimpe van der ...
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januari 11, 2009
Evaluacion sensorial de papa frita en bastones durante el almacenamiento
Con el crecimiento del mercado de papa procesada ha aumentado el interés en las características que están relacionadas con el producto final. Tanto para la selección de la papa en el mejoramiento genético como en las plantas procesadoras, es necesaria...
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Walmart for news
januari 07, 2009
Doug McMillon Named President and CEO of Wal-Mart International
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) announced today that Doug McMillon, 42, will be promoted to president and chief executive officer of Wal-Mart International, the company’s second largest operating segment. McMillon, currently president and CEO of Sam’...
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