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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.
Potato price surges by 28%-38% in UP, West Bengal as demand rises in the lockdown period.
August 28, 2024
Odisha’s Potato Crisis Eases as West Bengal Lifts Supply Ban for a Week
The potato shortage in Odisha (India) has eased somewhat after the West Bengal government allowed the supply of potato to other states for a week. Experts suggest increasing local production by using HTPS seeds and improving storage facilities.
Harvey’s brings back the fan-favourite Pickle Pickle Poutine with a dill-icious update! The Triple Pickle Poutine is made with 100% Canadian cheese curds and potatoes, topped with gravy, two deep fried pickles, diced pickles and now, Garlic Dill sauce.
August 28, 2024
Back by popular demand: Harvey's reinvents pickle poutine with triple the pickle
The Triple Pickle Poutine is made with 100% Canadian cheese curds and potatoes, topped with gravy, two deep fried pickles, diced pickles and now, Garlic Dill sauce. The addition of the Garlic Dill makes the pickle factor three-fold and replaces the original Ranch sauce from its predecessor
World Water Week Opening Ceremony
August 28, 2024
World Water Week: How PepsiCo Foods North America is conserving water and driving change
World Water Week kicks off August 25-29. The team at PepsiCo Foods North America understands water is both a precious resource and necessary for their business from growing crops, manufacturing and even as an ingredient.
(LR) Peter van der Stouwe Sales Director at DutchTecSource, Vincent Wunnink, Finance Director (CFO) at DutchTecSource, Marco Peeters, Director of Operations at Romonta and Lode De Boe Co-Owner of Sticomax
August 28, 2024
Belgian Sticomax acquires DutchTecSource (DTS) to become global player in machinery and systems for the food industry.
Belgian machine builder Sticomax, a leading holding in machine building for the food industry, announces the acquisition of Dutch sector company DutchTecSource (DTS).
Francisco Moya is the Director General of Vitalis Réseau
August 28, 2024
España: buenas perspectivas para la campaña de patatas
La campaña española ya se encuentra en plena actividad y las primeras impresiones son muy auspiciosas para el sector.
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Fortalecen la sanidad del Valle de Tafí para la producción de papa semilla.
August 27, 2024
Argentina: lineamientos para la producción de semilla del futuro
En Tucumán, la zona productiva por excelencia del norte del país, instituciones y productores se reunieron para un evento que anticipa el futuro de la semilla en la región.
AMBATO, Tungurahua. En el mercado Mayorista se evidencia la variación en los precios, por ejemplo, los de la papa y del tomate riñón se mantienen al alza, mientras que los de la mora siguen bajando.
August 27, 2024
Ecuador: buenos precios para el sector productivo
Baja oferta hace a los precios altos en los principales del mercado del país, así como a la felicidad del sector productivo.
Anuga FoodTec
August 27, 2024
Anuga FoodTec India & Anuga Select India 2024: Shaping the Next Era of Growth and Innovation in Food & Beverage
Anuga FoodTec India & Anuga Select India 2024 are set to showcase unmatched innovation and industry excellence, gearing up for a landmark edition that will redefine the food and food technology sectors.
Yvonne Prüfer, Managing Director of Solanum Vermarktungsgesellschaft
August 26, 2024
The potato: a guarantee for regional food security and prosperity
With a view to the upcoming state elections on September 1, 2024, in Thuringia (Thüringen), the German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) underlines the outstanding importance of the potato as a renewable resource and cornerstone of regional value creation.
Psyllid Peril To Potato Prosperity: Lincoln University Research Saves A Canterbury Crop Crisis
August 26, 2024
How to fight Tomato Potato Psyllids (TPP): Lincoln University Research ends Zebra Chip disease threat in Canterbury
Three years ago, 5% of Canterbury’s potatoes were being lost to a disease which threatened to shut down the industry. Now the pest responsible has been driven off thanks to Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University researchers.
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.
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