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L-R Mark Lloyd, Non-Executive Director and Duane Hill, Managing Director of Haith
August 07, 2023
Haith Group appointed Mark Lloyd as its first Non-Executive Director
The UK's leading manufacturer of vegetable and materials handling equipment, Haith Group, has added 40 years of manufacturing experience to its board with the appointment of Mark Lloyd as the company's first-ever non-executive director.
FAO Food Price Index rebounds slightly in July
August 07, 2023
FAO Food Price Index rebounds slightly in July
The FAO Food Price Index* (FFPI) averaged 123.9 points in July 2023, up 1.5 points (1.3 percent) from June but remaining 16.6 points (11.8 percent) below its value in the corresponding month last year.
Fresh Potato Retail Sales FY23
August 06, 2023
United States Potato Retail Sales See Double-Digit Increases July 2022 – June 2023
United States retail dollar sales of potatoes increased 16.8% July 2022 – June 2023, which closed with a strong quarter (April – June 2023) that saw retail dollar sales growth of 14.5% compared to the same period last year.
Kent Crisps Oyster and Vinegar
August 06, 2023
Kent Crisp's Oyster and Vinegar is awarded a star at this years Great Taste Awards
Kent Crisps have been awarded 1 star for their Oyster and Vinegar flavour at the Great Taste Awards 2023. Oyster and Vinegar is a definite favourite for many, paying homage to Whitstable’s famous oysters; it tastes like the Kent seaside.
Alsum Farms Begins Wisconsin Yellow Potato Harvest
August 03, 2023
Alsum Farms Begins Wisconsin Yellow Potato Harvest
Wisconsin yellow potato harvest is underway at Alsum Farms in Arena, Wis. with the first potato loads being washed, graded and packed for fresh market delivery to distribution centers and retail grocers the first full week of August.
Fresh potatoes
August 03, 2023
Revolutionizing the Potato Industry: Unleashing the Power of Biotechnology
The potato, a humble yet indispensable vegetable, holds a special place in the hearts of millions worldwide. As one of the most widely consumed staple crops, it plays a vital role in global food security
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In celebration of the 25th anniversary of KRONEN GmbH, Alwin Wagner, Deputy Managing Director of the Chamber of Industry and Commerce of the Southern Upper Rhine Area, presented Rudolf Hans Zillgith with the IHK anniversary certificate.
August 03, 2023
KRONEN’s owner celebrates the 25th anniversary of the company takeover and his 80th birthday
KRONEN was originally founded in 1978. In 1998, Rudolf Hans Zillgith took over the company’s business division of machines for the salad, fruit and vegetable industry and took the helm as its Managing Director.
Avebe awarded with a Gold medal for Sustainability efforts
August 03, 2023
Starch manufacturer Royal Avebe awarded with a Gold medal for its Sustainability efforts
Dutch Potato Starch cooperative Royal Avebe has been awarded a gold medal by Ecovadis, a global collaborative platform that helps companies assess sustainability performance throughout the supply chain.
Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill is experimenting with using a sandblaster to help manage weeds.
August 02, 2023
Researchers looking into using sandblasters to kill weeds in potato fields
Scientists are running experiments at a Harrington, P.E.I., field to see if they can better manage weeds by using a sandblaster filled with crushed walnuts, corncobs and baking soda.
early potato
August 02, 2023
Uzbekistan exported a record amount of potatoes to Kazakhstan
The export of early potatoes is not such a significant position in Uzbekistan’s fresh fruits and vegetables segment. However, the volume of deliveries of Uzbek potatoes to Kazakhstan in May-July this year reached a record high for at least the last two decades.
GRIMME publishes new marketplace
August 02, 2023
GRIMME launches new marketplace for its agricultural machinery
The family-owned company GRIMME from Damme (Germany) presents a completely redesigned digital marketplace for used, new and rental machines.
Cheesey Poutine French Fries with Gravy and Cheese Curds
August 01, 2023
Where to Eat Canada's Most Iconic French Fries-Based Dish Poutine? A New Study Lists Top 10 Restaurants
Schwart's, Modavie, Aux Anciens Canadiens top the list of Canada's most popular restaurants serving Poutine. The study is based on customer reviews of these restaurants on TripAdvisor.
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August 01, 2023
Utz Snacks closes Golden Flake potato chip factory in Birmington, Alabama; Production moved to Pennsylvania
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July 27, 2023
Potato deliveries to Walkers Leicester Chips factory entirely powered by used cooking oil
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