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International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA)  Announces New Board of Directors Slate for 2023
August 27, 2022
IFPA Announces New Board of Directors Slate for 2023
International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced the slate of new directors for the 2023 IFPA Board of Directors. The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and their board term will begin at the end of October.
FPS Food Process Solutions Continues Growth Expansion with Senior Appointments
August 27, 2022
FPS Food Process Solutions Continues Growth Expansion with Senior Appointments
FPS Food Process Solutions (“FPS”), a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, announces internal senior appointments for continued growth expansion.
United States Retail potato sales increased in April – June 2022 (Q2)
August 27, 2022
United States Retail potato sales (value) increased in Q2 of 2022
Potato retail sales in the United States increased in dollar value and decreased slightly in volume from April - June 2022, compared to the same period in 2021. As prices increased by 13.6%, dollar sales increased by 12.6%. Volume sales decreased 0.8%.
Potato partners secure GBP 2 million (about USD 2,3 million) investment funding to sustain the future of potato growing.
August 26, 2022
Potato partners secure GBP 2 million investment funding to sustain the future of potato growing.
The Net Zero Hectare project has secured GBP 2.06 million (about USD 2.36 million) in funding acquired from The Farming Innovation Programme, run by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) in cooperation with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
Patent on Potato Flakes Energy Bar
August 25, 2022
Patent on Potato Flakes Energy Bar
In India processing of fruits and vegetables is very poor around only 3-5% were countries like US has 65%, Phillipines 78% and China 23%. Hence, there is a need to enhance the processing of fruits and vegetables.
Long Chips, the new giant potato snacks from Oroyes.
August 25, 2022
Long Chips, the new giant potato snacks from Oroyes
Oroyes has launched Long Chips Potatoes on the market, a crispy 19 cm long appetizer ideal for dipping without palm oil that promises an innovative snacking experience.
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Dewulf R3060 Potato Harvester
August 25, 2022
Dewulf shows range of harvesters, planters and handling equipment at Potato Europe 2022
In contrast to the 2021 edition in the Netherlands, Potato Europe 2022 will be an in-person event again! On 7 and 8 September, exhibitors and visitors will be welcomed at Rittergut Bockerode.
Royal Avebe started potato campaign.
August 25, 2022
Royal Avebe started potato campaign
Potato Starch manufacturer Royal Avebe has started the campaign at production location Gasselternijveen. Growing conditions were excellent until early July, but heat and lack of precipitation in recent weeks is cause for concern.
Getting potato crops off to a strong, healthy start can lead to better tuber distribution and greater uniformity at harvest, both of which are important for marketability and profit potential.
August 24, 2022
Syngenta: How to give your potato crop the strongest possible start
As potato growers are working to maximize their yield potential for the 2022 harvest, it's also time to start thinking about maximizing crop potential for the 2023 season.
McDonald’s Canada welcomes the new distinctly delicious McCrispy® sandwich to roster of menu favourites (Courtesy: McDonald's Canada)
August 23, 2022
McDonald's Canada welcomes the new distinctly delicious McCrispy sandwich to roster of menu favourites
Calling all chicken enthusiasts - McDonald's Canada is welcoming its newest permanent menu item, the McCrispy®, available now at participating restaurants nationwide.
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August 23, 2022
Chinese Scientists clear up further details of the complex regulation of Potato blight resistance
In recent work published in the journal Horticulture Research, researchers from Northeast Agricultural University and Huazhong Agricultural University characterized a negative regulator of late blight resistance in potato.
After Millennia of Agricultural Expansion, the World Has Passed Peak Agricultural Land. 
August 23, 2022
After Millennia of Agricultural Expansion, the World Has Passed Peak Agricultural Land
Humans have been reshaping the planet’s land for millennia by clearing wildlands to grow crops and raise livestock. As a result, humans have cleared one-third of the world’s forests and two-thirds of wild grasslands
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