Companies offering services to the Potato Industry in Belgium

Representation of the European Starch Processors associations at European level.

Copa-Cogeca is the leading organization representing farmers and agricultural cooperatives in the European Union (EU). As the strongest agricultural lobbying group in Europe, Copa-Cogeca plays a crucial role in shaping policies that support farmers, promote sustainability, and ensure food security across the EU.

CropLife Europe is the voice of the EU crop protection industry, promoting sustainable farming through innovation in plant science, biopesticides, biotech, and digital tools. It supports farmers and advocates for science-based agricultural policies.

DEMA-Construct is a machinery construction company specializing in equipment for bulk goods transport and handling. They cater to diverse industries, including agriculture and manufacturing, offering both standard machinery and custom-built solutions tailored to specific needs.

Deprez is a Belgian machine builder specializing in internal transport, bulk handling and logistics automation for the food and agri industry. Deprez designs, builds, installs and services complete handling and storage solutions for potato operations.

Deprez Handling Solutions - Kortemark (West Flanders, Belgium) is the company's major manufacturing, engineering, and assembly plant. It specialises in handling, storage, and processing equipment for the agricultural and food sectors.

Deroo Constructie specializes in designing and manufacturing custom solutions for the agricultural and industrial sectors. With a focus on quality and innovation, the company delivers a range of durable and efficient products tailored to meet specific operational requirements.

EGS Industry is a Belgian company specializing in electrotechnical installation work for buildings. Established in 2019, it focuses on providing solutions that contribute to the efficient integration of electrical systems in the construction sector.

The EUPPA (European Potato Processors Association) represents the interests of the potato processing industry on a European level.

Ensoltec specializes in sustainable energy solutions, offering services such as solar panel installation, battery storage systems, and energy optimization tailored for residential, agricultural, and industrial applications.

Europatat was set up by national organisations to represent the interests of wholesale potato merchants at a European level. 

The European Association for Potato Research (EAPR) is a scientific platform covering all aspects of the potato chain.

Through the efforts of the European Union for the Wholesale Trade in Potatoes – now EUROPATAT – professional practices were defined and a simple and efficient procedure for expert assessments and arbitration, known ever since by RUCIP, has been set up.

The European Snacks Association (ESA) looks after the interests of the European snack food industry.

FEDAGRIM vzw is the Belgian association of manufacturers and importers active in the domain of agricultural machinery and organizer of Potato Europe in Belgium

Fevia, the Federation of the Food and Drink Industry in Belgium, represents a dynamic sector with significant influence within Europe. Fevia supports and promotes the interests of Belgian food and drink businesses, contributing to the industry’s visibility and reputation across Europe.

Fiwap (Filiere wallonne de la pomme de terre) is the potato industry association of the potato growers in Wallonia, Belgium

The Flanders Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (ILVO) is a government-affiliated research institute in Belgium focused on the entire food chain.