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The 31st Annual Cambridge Potato Conference is scheduled for 15 and 16 December this year.
November 17, 2020
Annual Cambridge Potato Conference will be an online event this year
After much discussion and planning by the CUPGRA Executive Committee, it has been decided, owing to COVID-19 restrictions, to go ahead with a virtual conference to continue the unbroken run of 30 successful CUPGRA Cambridge Potato Conferences.
Imported seed potatoes include varieties such as Diamond, Carolus, Margarita, Barcelona, and Accent
November 17, 2020
Bangladesh imports over 2,000 tons of seed potato from the Netherlands
Bangladesh imports over 2,000 tons of seed potato from the Netherlands. Varieties include Diamond, Carolus, Margarita, Barcelona, and Accent.
Scandi Standard to partner with Veg of Lund in research project for new plant-based protein
November 17, 2020
Scandi Standard partners with Veg of Lund in research project to develop potato based meat-substitute
Scandi Standard, the leading producer of chicken products in the Nordic region, partners with Veg of Lund AB in a research project to develop a meat-substitute similar to chicken based on potato and rapeseed oil.
World Potato Congress Inc. Webinar 'Developing the Pipeline from Genomics to New Products' with Dr. Mark Taylor
November 17, 2020
Next World Potato Congress Webinar: 'Developing the Pipeline from Genomics to New Products' with Dr. Mark Taylor
Next World Potato Congress webinar will be held on December 15, 2020, when Mark Taylor of the James Hutton Institute will speak on 'Developing the Pipeline from Genomics to New Products'
Julio Martín, director general de Prodeleco.
November 16, 2020
Entrevista a Julio Martín, director general de Prodeleco
La cooperativa Prodeleco con sede en Riego de la Vega (León) es una de las principales empresas dedicadas a la patata de conservación en Castilla y Léon y en España. Entrevista con Julio Martín, director general de Prodeleco.
Un cultivador de papa camina por la carretera para vender su producción
November 16, 2020
Ventas de carretera, la cara de la crisis de cultivadores de papa en Colombia
La carretera que une a Bogotá y Tunja, en el departamento de Boyacá, se convirtió en la plaza de mercado a la que cultivadores de papa han tenido que llevar sus productos para no perder la cosecha.
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Albert Adriá sorprende con un turrón elaborado con patatas fritas de bolsa de Lays Gourmet, cobertura de chocolate, chocolate con caramelo y praliné de macadamia tostada.
November 16, 2020
El turrón de patatas fritas que deja sordo
Albert Adriá sorprende con un turrón elaborado con patatas fritas de bolsa de Lays Gourmet, cobertura de chocolate, chocolate con caramelo y praliné de macadamia tostada. 'Es un turrón que te deja sordo porque cuando lo masticas es tan crujiente que dejas de escuchar a quien te habla'
Los universitarios Diego Orihuela y Ariel Rodríguez se dedican a la producción de papa para seguir sus estudios.
November 16, 2020
Universitarios de Paraguay aprovecharon la pandemia para incursionar en la producción de papa
Dos universitarios de la compañía Pacheco de la ciudad de Carapeguá, Paraguay, decidieron desde este año incursionar en la producción de papa y manifestaron obtener excelentes resultados económicos.
Papicultores de Soacha, Colombia, solicitan construcción de un centro de acopio
November 16, 2020
Papicultores de Soacha, Colombia, solicitan construcción de un centro de acopio
La crisis del sector papero, generada en parte por la pandemia, también afectó a los campesinos de las zonas rurales de Soacha, quienes están vendiendo su producto a bajos precios para no perderlo.
Two out of Three Consumers Plan to Stock Up on Snacks More Now Than Before the Pandemic, with Dips Seeing Dramatic Increase in Lead up to the Holidays Due to Convenience, According to Latest U.S. Snack Index
November 16, 2020
More Snacking and Online Purchasing Expected for Holiday 2020
Two out of Three Consumers Plan to Stock Up on Snacks More Now Than Before the Pandemic, with Dips Seeing Dramatic Increase in Lead up to the Holidays Due to Convenience, According to Latest U.S. Snack Index
Pringles Cheddar, BBQ, and Chili and Lime flavors get a fiery upgrade in the brand's first spicy collection
November 13, 2020
Introducing Pringles Scorchin': a line of spicy upgrades of its popular flavours
Pringles is introducing a full collection of spicy chips dedicated to their heat-loving snack fans. The new Pringles Scorchin' lineup adds fiery heat to three Pringles originals – Cheddar, BBQ, and Chili and Lime – bringing a spicy sensation to the flavors fans already know and love.
Supported by potato industry stakeholders, Washington State University (WSU) expands research on soil health
November 13, 2020
Supported by potato industry stakeholders, Washington State University expands research on soil health
Launching new research in support of Washington potato growers, Washington State University is partnering with industry leaders to study healthier, more sustainable, and productive soils.
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Potato breeder HZPC publishes certificate price after half-year trading day.
November 13, 2020
HZPC: Great supply of certificates offers opportunities for seed potato growers
During the half-yearly trading day of potato breeder HZPC Holding B.V., it appeared that the supply of certificates has increased again. The price of the certificate of share has been set at EUR 118,15.
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November 13, 2020
'No more potatoes for fries needed by the processors? Then we'll cut them ourselves'
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Irish Potato Market Report: retail demand remains strong
November 13, 2020
Irish Potato Market Report: retail demand remains strong
Consumption and retail demand remains strong as we approach week 4 of lockdown measures although processing trade remains minimal.
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November 12, 2020
Utz Brands to acquire Truco Enterprises, the owner of 'On the Border' Tortilla Chips
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The government of Pakistan plans to produce about 4.87 Mln Tons Potatoes and 2.220 Mln Tons Onions.
November 12, 2020
Pakistan plans to produce 4.87 Million Tons of Potatoes
The Government of Pakistan has set a target to produce about 4.871 million potatoes and 2.220 million tons of onions during Rabi Season 2020-21 in order to fulfill the domestic requirements as well as for export.

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