Nieuws over trends in landbouw en voedsel

De FAO-voedselprijsindex bereikte in september 2026 een gemiddelde van 136,0 punten, een stijging van 2,0 punten (1,5 procent) ten opzichte van het herziene niveau van augustus. De prijsindices voor op gewassen gebaseerde goederengroepen (granen, plantaardige oliën en suiker) stegen allemaal ten opzichte van de vorige maand

KFC Malaysia and Mister Potato launch a limited-time collaboration featuring spicy crispy chicken, a crunchy Zinger burger and Cheezy Wedges-inspired chips for the Merdeka and Malaysia Day season.

European potato supplies are tightening as acreage declines and heatwaves pressure yields. France is particularly affected by severe water stress, prompting CNIPT to call for purchasing and sales strategies to reflect current market conditions.

Pringles lanceert in september dit jaar Dippers, zijn eerste dikkere, stevigere en golvende chips, speciaal ontworpen voor dippen, in drie smaken. Het merk breidt ook zijn Minges-assortiment uit met een nieuwe smaak Zoet & Zout.

Orion behaalde wereldwijd een omzet van KRW 874 miljard (USD 672,31 miljoen) met aardappelsnacks, waarvan 73% uit buitenlandse markten kwam. Het bedrijf breidt de productie in Zuid-Korea en China uit en versterkt Pocachip, Oh! Gamja, Swingchip en Yegam wereldwijd.

Scottish researchers led by the University of Glasgow have developed a bacteriocin-based treatment to suppress potato blackleg and soft rot. Supported by IBioIC the research has led to spin-out Casdu Crop Solutions.

Simplot and Tasmanian potato growers remain at odds over prices and supply terms, with growers also concerned about contract cuts and a planned 30,000-tonne reduction in potato volumes through the Ulverstone processing plant.

Emsland Group’s SBTi-validated targets aim to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, from a 2018 base year. The company also targets net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2045.

Emami Agrotech enters India’s snacking market with WeMe, launching potato chips and other snacks. The company plans to invest INR 7.5 billion (USD 78.3 million) and targets INR 10 billion (USD 104.4 million) in revenue within 5–7 years.

The 23rd EAPR Triennial Conference will bring 300+ potato experts to Edinburgh in 2027 to explore 'Sustainable Potato Production for a Changing World.' Register, submit abstracts or explore sponsorship.

India’s potato industry needs a stronger seed ecosystem to close its productivity gap. Scientific seed multiplication, digital agronomy and market-aligned varieties can improve yields, reduce risks and build a profitable supply chain.

Extreme heat in Gangwon Province, South Korea, is damaging potatoes and other crops. Farmers report potatoes rotting in the soil, raising concerns over crop losses and higher agricultural prices ahead of Chuseok.

Heat and Control founder Andy Caridis passed away on June 29, 2026, at age 105. His 76-year legacy includes innovations that shaped food processing, a commitment to research and development, and a focus on collaboration.

Uno de los puntos productivos más importantes de Veracruz sufre el impacto de la sequía y la inestabilidad general del clima.

Surrey’s Ugly Potato Day set a Guinness World Record by donating 246,528 kg of fruits and vegetables in 24 hours. The event attracted 30,000 people and brought together 25 farms to reduce food waste and support local communities.

Janine Luten, directeur van de Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie (NAO), benadrukt dat innovatie, kennisdeling en samenwerking cruciaal zijn om de Nederlandse aardappelsector internationaal concurrerend te houden.

Mousline faced a difficult 2025 with lower sales, crop problems, and lost contracts. The French brand is investing €14 million (USD 16.2 million), expanding exports, innovating products, and launching plant-based spreads to drive recovery.

MoistTech will present the IR-3000 NIR moisture sensor at PACK EXPO International 2026. The system enables real-time moisture control, helping food and corrugated manufacturers improve quality, reduce waste, and save energy.