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Seed Symposium Attendees Learn About the 'Promise of the United States Potato Seed Market'
August 31, 2024
Seed Symposium Attendees Learn About the 'Promise of the United States Potato Seed Market'
United States' seed potatoes are a unique commodity for their exceptional quality, multiple varieties and stringent certification process. That was the message participants took away from the biannual Seed Symposium, hosted at Potatoes USA’s Denver headquarters in July.
William Werzyn New Board of Director of Utz
August 28, 2024
Utz Announces Board of Director Retirement of Michael Rice and Appointment of William Werzyn Jr.
Michael W. Rice has retired from his position on the Utz Brands Board of Directors, and William "B.J." Werzyn Jr. has been appointed to fill the vacancy, effective August 20.
A historic potato plant specimen collected by David Moore from the National Botanic Garden in Glasnevin, Ireland showing disease effects. (Courtesy: NC State University)
August 26, 2024
Study Analyzes Potato-Pathogen 'Arms Race' After Irish Famine
In an examination of the genetic material found in historic potato leaves, North Carolina State University researchers reveal more about the tit-for-tat evolutionary changes occurring in both potato plants and the pathogen that caused the 1840s Irish potato famine.
Mars x Kellanova Snacking is better together
August 25, 2024
Mars to become owner of Pringles, as it acquires Kellanova for USD 35.9 Billion.
Mars, Incorporated has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kellanova for USD 83.50 per share in cash, with the total deal valued at USD 35.9 billion. It makes Mars owner of brands such as Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Pop-Tarts®, Rice Krispies Treats® and NutriGrain®
Ben Bliven Senior Manufacturing and Operations Manager Fox Solutions
August 25, 2024
Packaging Specialist Fox Solutions onboards Ben Bliven as senior manufacturing and operations manager
Packaging Specialist Fox Solutions has appointed Ben Bliven as the new Senior Manufacturing and Operations Manager.
David Welch, new Sales Manager at Reading Bakery Systems
August 16, 2024
Reading Bakery Systems Hires Industry Veteran David Welch as Sales Manager, Europe
Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), a global leader in snack production systems, has appointed baking industry veteran David Welch as their new Sales Manager for Europe.
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Back row (left to right) Dave Masser, Wendy Dykstra, Les Alderete, Shelley Olsen, Trever Belnap, Blair Richardson, Dennis Wright, Hunter Gibbs Seated (left to right) Ed Staunton, Steve Elfering, Mike Carter, Leah Halverson
August 15, 2024
Potatoes USA Elects Shelley R. Olsen as Board Chair, Announces New Executive Committee for 2024-2025
Potatoes USA, the national marketing, research, and promotion board for the potato industry, elected Shelley R. Olsen as Chair of the Board at its annual meeting. Potatoes USA also announced its Executive Committee members to lead the organization through 2024-2025.
USDA Vegetable Laboratory
August 13, 2024
Developing Sweet potatoes That Are Fit to Fight Pests
Farmers in the southeastern United States struggle with the invasive guava root-knot nematode, a microscopic roundworm, which infects and damages a variety of crops, particularly sweet potatoes.
Lamb Weston American Falls facility Ribbon Cutting
August 12, 2024
Lamb Weston Celebrates Grand Opening of Expanded French Fry Manufacturing Line in American Falls, Idaho
Lamb Weston, a leading global supplier of frozen potato products, is renowned for its innovation and commitment to quality. With a legacy of excellence in the food industry, Lamb Weston continually invests in its production capabilities to meet the demands of a growing market.
Key Technology COMPASS® Optical Sorter
July 30, 2024
Key Technology Introduces COMPASS® Optical Sorter for IQF Products
Key Technology (Key), a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, introduces their COMPASS® optical sorter for individually quick frozen (IQF) products such as fruits, vegetables, seafood, poultry and meat.
Eqraft new service center in Tri-Cities (WA)
July 29, 2024
Eqraft Inc opens North American Service Center in Tri-Cities, Washington
After decades of working together with North American clients, Dutch machine builder Eqraft now opens a branch on American soil.
How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice
July 07, 2024
How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice
Everyone in your kitchen knows how to cook frozen french fries, right? With the extraordinary turnover in kitchen staff driven by the pandemic, fry-cooking competency isn’t a given any more. Simplot shared this extensive advice and a lot of tips!
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