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Grimme Toppa 600
December 17, 2023
Grimme UK introduces the German-made Toppa 600
Grimme UK is to introduce a new German-made three-bed folding haulm topper in time for 2024's potato harvest.
Utz Brands to Add Manufacturing Facility in Kings Mountain.
December 17, 2023
Utz Brands to Introduce Long-Term Growth Strategy at 2023 Investor Day
Utz Brands, Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of branded salty snacks, will host its 2023 Investor Day at the New York Stock Exchange.
Fresh Potatoes
December 16, 2023
United Nations Proclaims May 30 as International Potato Day
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) welcomed the move, saying it will raise awareness about potato’s role in ensuring foot security for billions.
FAO Food Price Index overall unchanged in November
December 13, 2023
FAO Food Price Index overall unchanged in November
The FAO Food Price Index* (FFPI) averaged 120.4 points in November 2023, unchanged from its revised October level
Texas Potato Field Day 2025
December 11, 2023
Brasil: aumento de precios debido a las lluvias y problemas en la cosecha
En Brasil los precios aumentan debido a la temporada de lluvias.
Seed potato company HZPC reports on positives after challenging COVID-19 year
December 11, 2023
Sostenibilidad: la nueva vanguardia entre los obtentores de variedades como HZPC
La sostenibilidad de las variedades de papa es el nuevo horizonte para los obtentores como HZPC.
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El 30 de mayo fue declarado como el día internacional de la Papa
December 11, 2023
World Potato Congress Inc. - Announcing the Resolution on the International Day of Potato by the United Nations
The World Potato Congress Inc. has announced that the resolution on the International Day of the Potato has been adopted by consensus of the United Nations General Assembly earlier this week.
Largest ever DTS potato blancher being installed at Farm Frites Oudenhoorn
December 11, 2023
Dutch TecSource B.V. Installs its largest ever potato blanchers at Farm Frites Oudenhoorn!
Transport, hoisting, and installation of our largest blanchers to date! The two-stage DTS blanching line at Farm Frites Oudenhoorn includes a Short-high blancher with a diameter of 2.6 meters and a length of 7 meters.
Eric van Oorschot together with his brother runs an arable farm and they also grow potatoes
December 11, 2023
Peeling back the layers: A steamy dive into Potato Peeling Excellence with Eric van Oorschot of Kiremko
Eric van Oorschot, a specialist in this field and employed by Kiremko for more than a total of 25 years, shares his insights and experiences on potato peelers.
E2E SteamClosure Clinches Rabobank SMART Award, Marking a Year of Triumph
December 11, 2023
Tummers E2E SteamClosure picks up Rabobank SMART Award
As E2E SteamClosure celebrates its one-year anniversary, Tummers has yet another reason to pop the champagne.
DKHV President Thomas Herkenrath opens the IBK
December 10, 2023
18th International Berlin Potato Evening: A Premier Gathering of Potato Industry Leaders
The German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) has announced the 18th International Berlin Potato Evening (IBK), a flagship event for the global potato industry.
Grillo's® Pickles Partners With Boulder Canyon to Launch Classic Dill Pickle Kettle Style Potato Chips
December 10, 2023
Boulder canyon and Grillo’s pickles team up to launch a limited time only Classic Dill Pickle Kettle Style Potato Chip
Boulder Canyon and Grillo's Pickles have teamed up to launch a limited-time Classic Dill Pickle Flavored Kettle Style Potato Chip. This collaboration offers a crunchy and flavorful snack, combining the all-natural freshness of Grillo's Pickles with Boulder Canyon's better-for-you potato chips.
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French potato chip company Altho Brets will invest EUR 100 million in its second factory
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Chile: bajan los precios de la papa tras temporada históricamente alta
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