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China grows 25% of the world’s potatoes, but 60% of its crop is in arid northwest regions where shallow roots and short growing seasons make them drought-sensitive. Researchers test drought-tolerant varieties and biochemicals to ease soil stress.

Global Potato Summit 2025, on Dec 11–13 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, will unite global experts to boost potato innovation. With 150+ exhibitors, 7,000 visitors, and live farm demos, it’s set to shape the future of the potato industry.

World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC) will host a webinar, 'Biology and Integrated Management of Potato Common Scab,' October 20, 2025. The speaker is Amanda Gevens, PhD, Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist, University of Wisconsin–Madison.

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.

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.

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.

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.

French fries are part of a booming USD 18 billion sector, projected to reach USD 24 billion by decade’s end. Plant & Food Research, part of the Bioeconomy Science Institute, has been recognised for creating a new potato variety tailored to this market.

La papa, la leche, las flores, la fruta. La producción agropecuaria toda a nivel nacional sufre los cortes en las principales arterias del país y las perdidas se vuelven incuantificables.

Thai farmer Wisa Lakkhampa is transforming agriculture through PepsiCo and GIZ’s regenerative farming program. Adopting climate-smart methods, she boosts yields, conserves water, empowers local women, and builds resilience against climate change.

In May 2025, the Washington Post published an article entitled, powered by potatoes: Endurance athletes are chasing speed with spuds. The humble potato – cited as a mild, carbohydrate-packed fuel option – is growing in popularity among endurance athletes

Lamb Weston’s Frenzy Fries won Gold at the National Restaurant Pub and Bar Show Innovation Challenge for their creative, experiential concept. Judges praised the product’s innovation and market impact.

Royal HZPC Group plans to acquire Ireland-based IPM Potato Group, a leading seed potato breeder and exporter, boosting HZPC’s UK and global presence.

Ross Enterprises becomes the exclusive channel partner of Omnivent International & Bijlsma Hercules in India, offering advanced potato and vegetable storage solutions, turnkey cold storage, and sustainable designs to boost agricultural efficiency.

The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 128.8 points in September 2025, down slightly from its revised August level of 129.7 points. Declines in the cereal, dairy, sugar, and vegetable oil indices outweighed an increase in the meat index.