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Aviko Rixona buys Pfanni instant potato plant in Stavenhagen as part of strategic partnership with Unilever
September 25, 2020
Aviko Rixona buys Pfanni instant potato plant in Stavenhagen as part of strategic partnership with Unilever
Today Aviko, one of Europe's largest manufacturers of fresh, frozen, dried and specialty potato products announces the acquisition of Unilever's factory in Stavenhagen, Germany by Aviko Rixona.
The plant on the left is untreated and the fungi are clearly visible. The right plant was treated with the acid, the fungus could not cause any damage.
September 25, 2020
Researchers find new way to protect plants from fungal infection
Widespread fungal disease in plants can be controlled with a commercially available chemical that has been primarily used in medicine until now. This discovery was made by scientists from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the University of the State of Paraná in Brazil.
Emsland Group invests over 33.9 million euros in a new plant for drying and modification of potato and pea starch: Project WaltrAut. Construction is on Schedule
September 22, 2020
Emsland Group invests over 33.9 million euros in a new plant for drying and modification of potato starch
In the past few months, a lot has happened at the Emsland Group's headquarters in Emlichheim. The construction of a new plant for drying and modification of potato and pea starch is progressing rapidly.
Restrain sprout suppressor approved in Germany
July 09, 2020
Restrain sprout suppressor approved in Germany
The German Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) has approved the ethylene-based sprout suppressor Restrain as a safe crop protection product with immediate effect. The approval applies to the treatment of potatoes (for both domestic consumption and starch production), onions, garlic, shallots, propagating material, and tomatoes.
Cooperation in Partnership with Plant-Based JUST Egg
June 25, 2020
Largest potato starch manufacturer Germany partners with Plant-Based JUST Egg
The largest potato starch manufacturer in Germany, the Emsland Group partners with the American company JUST (Eat JUST, Inc.).
World Potato Congress Inc. Webinar June 25, 2020, At 09:00 A.M. Eastern Standard Time With Burkhard Kuhlmann Presenting: 'Mechanisation Levels For The Global Potato Industry'
June 12, 2020
World Potato Congress Inc. Webinar: 'Mechanisation Levels For The Global Potato Industry'
The World Potato Congress continues its webinar series with a presentation by Burkhard Kuhlmann of Grimme, entitled 'Mechanisation Levels for the Global Potato Industry'.
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Lively demand for Cypriot early potatoes in Germany
April 15, 2020
Lively demand for Cypriot early potatoes in Germany
The sunny weather and the early start of the domestic asparagus season are particularly advantageous for potato imports. We are now hoping for a successful continuation of the campaign after Easter.
Un agricultor muestra sus patatas en Alemania
March 30, 2020
Alemania prohíbe la entrada al país de trabajadores temporeros para frenar el coronavirus
El Ministerio del Interior alemán ha anunciado la prohibición de entrada al país a partir de las 17.00 horas de este miércoles de los trabajadores temporeros en el marco de los esfuerzos para frenar la propagación del coronavirus.
WG 900: The New Grimme Web Grader
March 02, 2020
WG 900: The New Grimme Web Grader
Web graders are used to grade different sizes when storing potatoes and onions. For the 2020 season, GRIMME has extensively upgraded the proven and very gentle web grader WG 900.
Managing Director Jörg Eggers with the presidents of the associations at the EUROPLANT stand.
February 25, 2020
EUROPLANT at the FRUIT LOGISTICA 2020: Focus on potato varieties with long dormancy and very early varieties
As the world's leading trade fair for the global fruit and vegetable sector, FRUIT
LOGISTICA, which took place from 5 to 7 February 2020 at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds, is a meeting
place for experts and companies in the branch.
Stefan Ranstrand, President and CEO of TOMRA, joins Michel Picandet, Head of TOMRA Food in TOMRA's booth at Fruit Logistica Berlin.
February 17, 2020
TOMRA Food showcases New and Innovative Technologies at Fruit Logistica
TOMRA's three food sorting and grading brands exhibit industry-leading solutions at Fruit Logistica Berlin.
Raquel Izquierdo de Santiago (left) and Berta Redonda (right) earlier this week at the Europatat booth at Fruit Logistica in Berlin (Courtesy: @Europatat)
February 06, 2020
Europatat highlights the potato sector priorities at Fruit Logistica 2020
Europatat, the European Potato Trade Association, is attending Fruit Logistica during its edition 2020. As every year, the association is taking the opportunity to meet with many of its current and potential partners.
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Agrico's 'Next generation' portfolio currently has a suitable potato variety for practically every segment. In addition to the pioneer in the range Carolus, the assortment offers Alouette, Levante (shown), Twister, Twinner, Ardeche and Nofy.
January 30, 2020
Agrico shows 'Next Generation' potato varieties at Fruit Logistica
Agrico will be exhibiting at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from Wednesday 5 to Friday 7 February 2020. At this leading international trade event, Agrico will demonstrate its contribution to sustainable potato cultivation for the ‘Next Generation’.
Discover the new FAM Volantis Transverse Slicer at FRUIT LOGISTICA in Berlin
January 16, 2020
Discover the new FAM Volantis Transverse Slicer at FRUIT LOGISTICA in Berlin
The Volantis is designed for precise cutting of elongated and oblong products such as cucumbers, carrots, zucchini, green beans, gherkins, okra, celery, potatoes and firm head varieties of lettuce such as iceberg lettuce and radicchio…
To demonstrate the capabilities of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) systems in french fry production, Elea cut and fried a record length potato strip in a demo during its recent Elea PEF Advantage Days at their headquarters in Quakenbrueck, Germany.
November 13, 2019
Elea cuts record length potato strip during PEF Advantage Days Demo
To demonstrate the capabilities of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) systems in french fry production, Elea cut and fried a record length potato strip in a demo during its recent Elea PEF Advantage Days at their headquarters in Quakenbrueck, Germany.
The Kwatro, Dewulf's self-propelled 4-row sieving potato harvester, will be shown at Agritechnica 2019 equipped with the new, improved haulm roller system and the recently launched 2-part bunker with sieving discharge elevator.
November 03, 2019
Dewulf shows potato harvesters, planters at Agritechnica 2019
Dewulf, full-liner in machines for the cultivation of potatoes and root crops will show seven machines at its stand at Agritechnica 2019. They range from soil cultivation to planting and from harvesting to storage.
Agrarfrost offers their highly successful Minions 3D potato figures to both retail (left) and foodservice (right, not on scale))
October 02, 2019
Agrarfrost presents Crunchy Riffled Frites and 3D Potato Minions at Anuga 2019
German potato company Agrarfrost will present its new Crunchy Riffled Frites and its highly successful Minions 3D potato figures at an International audience at world's largest food trade show, the Anuga in Koln, Germany, held next week.
Lutosa debuts new Product Lineup ahead of Anuga
October 01, 2019
Potato Processor Lutosa debuts new Product Lineup ahead of Anuga
With Anuga 2019 coming up, Lutosa has revealed a whole new lineup of products which will be on display during the event. First off, the company has unveiled the Lutosa Dipsters, which are French fries made from carefully selected potatoes.

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