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INIA Butalcura organizó taller y día de campo para GTT de semilleristas de papa de Chiloé.
December 22, 2021
INIA Butalcura organizó taller y día de campo
INIA Butalcura organizó taller y día de campo para GTT de semilleristas de papa de Chiloé.
Una imagen del centro de producción de patatas fritas de Vicente Vidal en Benifaió tomada en 2008.
December 22, 2021
Papas Vidal alcanza los noventa años en Benifaió
La empresa, integrada hoy en el Grupo Apex, recuperará la receta y la bolsa que se utilizaba en sus inicios para celebrar el aniversario
Jóvenes buscan combatir la hambruna en Colombia.
December 22, 2021
Con papas resistentes a altas temperaturas, jóvenes buscan combatir la hambruna en Colombia
Doce estudiantes de Biotecnología lograron adaptar el cultivo de la papa a temperaturas altas, para que las comunidades de esas regiones de alto calor puedan sembrar el tubérculo bajo los inclementes rayos del sol.
Restrain CO2 Extractor at the British Potato Industry Event 2021 in Harrogate.
December 22, 2021
Restrain Carbon dioxide extractor for storages creates a buzz at potato event
With an innovation award under its belt and a new technical expert on the payroll, sprout inhibition developer Restrain was a popular participant at the 2021 British Potato Industry Event in Harrogate.
Agritechnica 2022 will not take place.
December 21, 2021
Agritechnica 2022 will not take place
Unfortunately, due to the deteriorating pandemic situation in recent weeks and the resulting current official regulations, a situation has arisen which makes the trouble-free execution of AGRITECHNICA no longer possible.
A practical guide to monitoring soil carbon launched.
December 21, 2021
Practical guide to monitoring soil carbon
A new practical guide to assessing soil carbon promises to answer British farmers’ key questions at a time when many are looking to understand their soil health. It was produced by Duchy College, Plymouth University, Rothamsted Research, and the Farm Carbon Toolkit.
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Tom Vipond, new General Manager at Precision Food Innovations (PFI), a manufacturer of sanitary conveying equipment
December 19, 2021
Precision Food Innovations Names New General Manager
Precision Food Innovations (PFI), a manufacturer of sanitary conveying equipment, announced the retirement of Gary Schiltz after serving 40 years with the company, most recently as general manager.
Agriculture Minister Bloyce Thompson and Economic Development Minister Matthew MacKay announce funding support for the P.E.I. potato industry during a news conference Friday. (Courtesy: CBC)
December 18, 2021
Prince Edward Island potato ban to United States expected to last into new year
P.E.I.'s agriculture minister says he is still hopeful potatoes in limbo won't have to be destroyed, but indications suggest restrictions on Island spuds will last into the new year.
Recognition for The Dukes of Chippingdom grows!
December 18, 2021
Recognition for The Dukes of Chippingdom grows!
Lamb Weston is proud to announce further recognition of their exciting proper British chip as The Dukes of Chippingdom are shortlisted for the Plant-Based Product of the Year Category in The Caterer Supplier Awards 2021!
CSIR-SARI introduces new varieties of Frafra potato to farmers in Talensi and Nabdam, Northern Ghana.
December 18, 2021
CSIR-SARI introduces new varieties of Frafra potato to farmers in Northern Ghana
The Savannah Agriculture Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research [CSIR – SARI] has introduced new varieties of the ‘Frafra’ potato crop to farmers in the Talensi and Nabdam districts of the Upper East Region.
Thomas L. Green Ambient Cooling Conveyor, primarily intended for crackers
December 17, 2021
New Ambient Cooling Conveyor Increases Efficiency, Reduces Footprint
Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), a leading global manufacturer of snack production systems, introduced a new ambient cooling conveyor that efficiently cools crackers before entering packaging in a more compact footprint.
Almost one year after Brexit: still no agreement on trade in seed potatoes
December 17, 2021
Almost one year after Brexit: still no agreement on trade in seed potatoes
On 9 December, the European Parliament will hold a public hearing on 'the impact of Brexit on European agricultural markets'. Europatat would like to use this opportunity to highlight the impact of no agreement on their sector.
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Martin Johanning founder of Vakuum Food GmbH
December 16, 2021
'Snacks-TEAM' by Vakuum Food uses PEF process in close cooperation with Elea
Vakuum Food GmbH & Co.KG is a snacks producer based in Neuenkirchen near Osnabrück and was founded by Martin Johanning in 2018. Martin Johanning has his roots in Sweden and has been very successful with 'Die krossen Kerle' at Johanning Snacks.
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December 15, 2021
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McCain Foods invests USD 55 million in Strong Roots to help the company to grow and further drive its work in sustainability. The company will remain independent.
December 13, 2021
McCain Foods invests USD 55 million in Strong Roots to help grow the company and expand its work in sustainability
Strong Roots, a leading plant-based frozen food company, and McCain Foods, the family-owned world leader in frozen potato specialties and appetizers, announced a strategic partnership, with McCain Foods
Pulsemaster PEF-Systems for potatoes, tomatoes, and olive oil processing, ready for transport to processors.
December 13, 2021
Pulsed electric field technology promises easier processing in expanding market
The market for Pulsemaster PEF-systems expands rapidly.  PEF systems are widely used in the potato industry to make crisps, French fries, and potato specialties such as hash browns or tator tots.
South Korean Agritech E Green Global Secures Investment from ADB Ventures to Enhance Asia-Pacific Food Security
December 13, 2021
South Korean 'Microtuber' company E Green Global (EGG) Secures USD 15 million Investment from ADB Ventures
Advanced crop technology company E Green Global Co. Ltd. (EGG) announced that it has raised additional equity funding from ADB Ventures, the venture capital arm of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Canadian	Crop	Report December 7, 2021.
December 13, 2021
Latest estimate of the Canadian potato crop
Potato Production in Canada for the year 2021, is estimated at 123,054,000 hundredweight. This is up 18.9 million hundredweight or 18.2% above 2020 (which had very low production in the two Eastern provinces).

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