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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service Potato Research Worksite sign greets visitors to the center where cutting-edge potato research is conducted in East Grand Forks, Minn. (Nick Nelson / Agweek)
June 15, 2014
PEI Potato Industry says high-capacity irrigation wells needed
Two of the most powerful voices in P.E.I.s billion dollar potato industry appeared before the Legislature's agriculture committee Thursday in Charlottetown.
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Frito-Lay Canada Chip plant in Kentville celebrates 60 years
June 02, 2014
Frito-Lay Canada Chip plant in Kentville celebrates 60 years
The Frito-Lay Canada chip plant in Kentville, Nova Scotia, celebrated its diamond anniversary this week.
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Trickery and Other Methods Explored To Vanquish Potato Cyst Nematodes
May 21, 2014
Canadian and American potato growers benefit from new testing requirements for potato cyst nematode (PCN)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have adopted revised guidelines to manage potato cyst nematode (PCN) that will support potato growers, help facilitate international trade, and maintain protection against the pest.
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Prince Edward Island Potato Board joins 'Agriculture More Than Ever' program
May 15, 2014
Prince Edward Island Potato Board joins 'Agriculture More Than Ever' program
The Prince Edward Island Potato Board signs on as a partner in Farm Credit Canada’s successful Agriculture More Than Ever program.
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Manitoba potato growers still in talks with Simplot
May 11, 2014
Manitoba potato growers still in talks with Simplot
Keystone Potato Producers Association based in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, has yet to complete negotiations with Simplot Canada II over a contract for 2014 production.
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Prince Edward Island Potato growers and McCain Foods reach new contract
May 09, 2014
Prince Edward Island Potato growers and McCain Foods reach new contract
Prince Edward Island process potato farmers who grow for McCain Foods have a new contract. The deal was reached in last-minute negotiations before it actually had to go to arbitration.
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Double Dutch Thick Ripple Appetizers Chips borrow restaurant flavours
May 07, 2014
Double Dutch Thick Ripple Appetizers Chips borrow restaurant flavours
Old Dutch Foods developed a range of new Chips flavour profiles: Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders, Buffalo Wing and Blue Cheese Dip, Calamari & Tzatziki Sauce, and Burstin' Onion. The fact that these sound like your favourite restaurant appetizer menu is no accident.
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Canola field for news
April 24, 2014
Canola 101
Canola oil is widely regarded as heart-healthy and versatile by health professionals and chefs, but some consumers may not understand why – or know what canola is in the first place.
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Manitoba Potato Growers still negotiating volumes with McCain Foods
April 24, 2014
Manitoba Potato Growers still negotiating volumes with McCain Foods
McCain Foods still hasn’t settled on the volume of potatoes it wants Manitoba processing potato growers to produce this year, even though planting is just weeks away.
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April 24, 2014
John Bareman new leader Canadian Potato Council
The Canadian Potato Council has elected a new leader for 2014, John Bareman.
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Alberta potato growers prepare for late blight
April 15, 2014
Alberta potato growers prepare for late blight
Times have changed for Alberta potato growers. Up until four years ago, the province was virtually late blight-free. Lately, wet springs and high humidity — uncharacteristic for this region — have nurtured the growth and spread of the disease.
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PEI Potatoes sponsors 'FryDays' during PEI Burger Love 2014!
April 04, 2014
PEI Potatoes sponsors 'FryDays' during PEI Burger Love 2014!
Everyone knows that burgers and fries are best friends, making it an easy decision for the Prince Edward Island Potato Board to be a partner in the 2014 edition of PEI Burger Love (www.peiburgerlove.ca).
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April 01, 2014
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People attending the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Annual Convention and Trade Show will be able to learn about TOMRA Sorting Solutions’ wide range of advanced sorting and processing systems.
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McCain Foods: Manitoba highest-cost processing potato producer in North America
March 09, 2014
McCain Foods: Manitoba highest-cost processing potato producer in North America
Manitoba potato farmers could face steeper cuts in contracted potato production unless they can become more cost competitive with other areas of North America, a senior official with McCain Foods says.
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Hardbite launches Parsnip Chips
March 06, 2014
Hardbite launches Parsnip Chips
With increased consumer demand for unique snack food options, Naturally Homegrown Foods Ltd. today introduced Hardbite Parsnip Chips, subtlety sweet and crunchy snacks ideal for a sophisticated snacking experience.
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Russet House launches Organic Sweet Potato Fries
March 04, 2014
Russet House launches Organic Sweet Potato Fries
The third largest manufacturer of Sweet Potato Fries in North America - Russet House, has launched Organic Sweet Potato Fries.
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New Potato Varieties unveiled at Fredericton Potato Research Centre
February 17, 2014
New Potato Varieties unveiled at Fredericton Potato Research Centre
Potatoes bred to make great potato chips were the feature attraction at the annual unveiling of new potato varieties at the federal Potato Research Centre in Fredericton this week.
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Canada's Foodservice Equipment and Supply sector forecasts 5.5% growth in 2014
February 10, 2014
Canada's Foodservice Equipment and Supply sector forecasts 5.5% growth in 2014
Canadian foodservice equipment and supplies sales are expected to increase 5.5 per cent, which is the best growth rate in North America where overall growth is expected to reach 4.9 per cent
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