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August 20, 2020
Canadian Potato Crop Update August 20, 2020
Right now, parts of Eastern Canada are facing moderate to severe drought conditions. Rainfall is critical for this crop. In Western Canada, the crop is running behind schedule as processors push to get new crop harvest underway. Prairie yields currently look average at best.
August 20, 2020
SkipTheDishes and McCain Foods Talk Potato Sales in Canada During COVID-19
In celebration of National Potato Day and hard-working potato farmers across the country, Canada's largest food delivery app and the world's largest manufacturer of frozen potato products team up to provide consumption data.
August 20, 2020
C. Meijer BV rebranded Meijer Potato
On 17 Augustus 2020, potato breeder, Meijer Potato, has presented its new corporate identity and company story. Meijer Potato's new corporate identity will be visible on all communication materials and locations.
August 19, 2020
Could acreage cutbacks, drought and quick COVID recovery cause potato shortage in Eastern Canada?
Potato farmers in Atlantic Canada are worried about their supply with COVID-19 and extreme weather conditions causing complications.
August 19, 2020
Wageningen University & Research to host PotatoEurope on 1 and 2 September 2021 in Lelystad, The Netherlands
Wageningen University & Research and DLG Benelux have signed a contract for hosting PotatoEurope 2021 at the location of Wageningen Plant Research in Lelystad, The Netherlands.
August 19, 2020
Across China: Hi-tech Potato Industry Boosts Poverty Alleviation
The potato industry in Ulanqab, dubbed the 'potato city' of China, has become one of the main industries to help farmers shake off poverty.
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August 19, 2020
Het volledig programma van Aardappeldemodag Online
Het is bijna zover! Om 10.00 uur gaat de online aardappeldemodag open. Een kwartier tevoren ontvangt u per email de link die toegang geeft. Nog niet opgegeven? Het kan nog!
August 17, 2020
Potato Starch manufacturer Avebe has started campaign 2020
Today Avebe's potato campaign starts in the Netherlands. Following an unstable growing season, the first potatoes are being delivered to the Gasselternijveen location.
August 17, 2020
Glycoalkaloids in potatoes: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) assesses health risks
EFSA has assessed the risks to human and animal health related to the presence of glycoalkaloids in food and feed, particularly in potatoes and products derived from potatoes.
August 17, 2020
GreenGoose: 'Gracias a esta máquina clasificadora podemos ofrecer una amplia gama de posibilidades'
GreenGoose es la orgullosa propietaria de la primera y única máquina clasificadora y envasadora de batata en Europa. La máquina está hecha a medida para la empresa.
August 17, 2020
Machu Papa de Perú, la variedad de patata más resistente al cambio climático
El Parque de la Papa es un lugar único. Allí se cultivan 1.300 variedades de patatas, pero solo una de ellas puede dar respuesta a la crisis alimentaria.
August 16, 2020
Jonge Boeren Programma krijgt virtueel vervolg tijdens Aardappeldemodag Online
De eerste editie van het Jonge Boeren Programma tijdens Aardappeldemodag 2018 was een groot succes. Twee jaar na deze speciaal voor jonge boeren georganiseerde bijeenkomst komt er nu een virtueel vervolg.
August 12, 2020
McCrum just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
The McCrum's, a 6th generation farming family, just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
August 12, 2020
Key Technology announces multimillion dollar purchase by Bem Brasil for their new 30 t/h frozen french fries production line
Key Technology announces they are contributing six VERYX® digital sorters, an ADR EXOS® automatic defect removal system, three Sliver Sizer Removers and 57 Iso-Flo® vibratory conveyors to Bem Brasil new processing line designed to produce 30 metric tons of frozen french fries per hour.
August 11, 2020
Registration for the World Potato Congress 2021 in Dublin, Ireland is Now Open!
Registration for the World Potato Congress 2021from May 31 to June 3, 2021 in Dublin, Ireland is Now Open!
August 10, 2020
Santiago Domínguez: El Elemento Clave en el Cultivo de la Patata es la Existencia de Contratos
Entrevista con Santiago Domínguez, agricultor y dueño de una finca de Nueva Villa de las Torres (Valladolid)
August 10, 2020
Patatas Meléndez se Alza Como el Primer Operador Nacional de Patata y Despliega 25 Millones de Euros
La empresa vallisoletana Patatas Meléndez, afincada en Medina del Campo, se ha convertido en el primer operador del mercado nacional de este producto de consumo tradicional y está, además, inmersa en la ampliación de sus instalaciones gracias a una inversión de 25 millones de euros que le permitirá duplicar su capacidad de envasado.
August 07, 2020
The FAO Food Price Index firmer for the second consecutive month in a row
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 94.2 points in July 2020, up 1.1 points (1.2 percent) from June. Rising for the second consecutive month, the July value is nearly 1 point (1 percent) above its level in the corresponding month last year.