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Harvesting, prices and future plans: the potato situation in the regions of Russia
October 10, 2020
The 2020 potato harvest in the various regions of Russia
Since the start of autumn, potato producers in the regions of Russia have been facing many challenges, new and old. In the Russian Federation, the average annual volume of potatoes used for food purposes is estimated to be at 13-14 million tons, which makes potato one of the most important crops in Russia. In this article, we present information about the potato situation in various regions of Russia.
Sixth-generation, family operated business to enhance e-commerce presence and direct-to-home delivery services of premium snacks with more flavor, fewer ingredients and smarter baking
October 09, 2020
Unique Pretzel Bakery, Inc. Rebrands as Unique Snacks with New Packaging
Amidst the ongoing pandemic, Unique Pretzel Bakery, Inc., a sixth-generation family business based in southeastern PA – a region recognized as the pretzel capital of the world, saw an opportunity where other businesses were forced to close or postpone corporate initiatives.
Redcay's promotion one of several recent investments in talent and resources as Utz aspires to increase innovation
October 09, 2020
Utz Brands Appoints Shannan Redcay To Senior Vice President Of Innovation And Value Creation
Seeking to further accelerate innovation as consumer snacking continues to rise, Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) announced it has appointed Shannan Redcay to the role of Senior Vice President of Innovation and Value Creation.
September marked the fourth consecutive monthly increase in the FAO Food Price Index
October 09, 2020
September marked the fourth consecutive monthly increase in the FAO Food Price Index
The FAO Food Price Index* (FFPI) averaged 97.9 points in September 2020, up 2.0 points (2.1 percent) from August and now 4.6 points (5.0 percent) higher than its value a year ago.
Signing ceremony between Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) and Green System Pakistan Pvt Limited: PARC will Produce Two Million Disease-Resistant Potato Tubers Using Tissue Culture Technology
October 09, 2020
Pakistan to Produce Two Million Disease-Resistant Potato Tubers Using Tissue Culture Technology
Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) will Produce Two Million Disease-Resistant Potato Potato Tubers Using Tissue Culture Technology
TGI Fridays® now offers Beyond Chili Loaded Potato Skins
October 09, 2020
Restaurant chain TGI Fridays® now offers Beyond Chili Loaded Potato Skins
TGI Fridays® is partnering with Beyond Meat®, a leader in plant-based meat, and one of the dishes on offer is Beyond Chili Loaded Potato Skins.
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Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2021 Results; Provides Update for Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2021
October 08, 2020
Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Q1 F2021 results and provides update for Q2
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced today its fiscal first quarter 2021 results and provided a business update for the second quarter of fiscal 2021.
SNAC International Announces New Date for SNAXPO 2021
October 08, 2020
SNAC International Announces New Date for SNAXPO 2021
SNAC International, the leading international trade association for the snack industry, today announced SNAXPO, the most valued trade show and convention devoted exclusively to the international snacking industry, will be held August 22-24, 2021 in Charlotte.
McCain plant operator Rodney Smith at the new refrigerated Burnie potato storage facility, with 1000 tonnes of potatoes in a pile behind him. (Courtesy: Sandy Powell)
October 07, 2020
McCain Foods opens potato storage facility in Tasmania
A storage facility capable of storing 11,000 tonnes of potatoes has opened in Burnie, Tasmania. The facility, which can hold 9,000 tonnes in cold-storage long term as well as a further 2,000 tonnes in short term storage, is run by McCain.
Study Shows More US Households are Purchasing Potatoes
October 07, 2020
Study Shows More US Households are Purchasing Potatoes
US Fresh potato sales increased significantly from July 2019 through June 2020, and so did the number of households buying potatoes. Eighty-eight percent of households purchased potatoes on an average of 10 times during the 52-week period.
Lutosa is a proud Belgian Brand, selling its Belgian Fries and a wide range of additional potato products to no less than 136 countries. No less than 94% of its production is exported.
October 07, 2020
Lutosa rebranding emphasizes worldwide ambition: Potatoes to the world
Lutosa is a proud Belgian Brand, selling its Belgian Fries and a wide range of additional potato products to no less than 136 countries. No less than 94% of its production is exported.
HZPC organizes Potato Days Live
October 06, 2020
HZPC organizes Potato Days Live
The Potato Days are a well-known event in the potato sector. Every year in November the event is organized by various companies, including potato breeder HZPC. Also this year.
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Seed potato supplier HZPC closes eventful year with a healthy result
October 06, 2020
HZPC closes eventful year with a healthy result
The 2019/2020 financial year has been eventful in many respects for seed potato supplier HZPC. Despite the consequences of COVID-19, the company has had an operationally successful season. The coming season, however, may well be more of a challenge.
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October 06, 2020
Canadian Scientists Look for Ways to Grow Scab-Resistant Potato
Two research scientists on P.E.I. have spent their summer trying to grow a better potato, more resistant to scab and greening, which are both costly problems for potato growers.
The 100% Cheese Cracker Enters the Plant-Based Category to Expand Consumer Base
October 06, 2020
ParmCrisps Launches Plant-Based, Dairy-Free Cheese Crisps
ParmCrisps, the nutritionally on-trend snack brand, has once again broken through the confines of the cracker category. The brand is eager to announce its newest line, Plant-Based ParmCrisps, made from 100% dairy-free cheese.
Snack and Potato Processing Lines Expert Rosenqvists Food Technologies adds Kamel Hamade (New Area Sales Manager; left) and Fredrik Rönnberg (New Sales Manager; Right) to its sales team
October 06, 2020
Snack and Potato Processing Lines Expert Rosenqvists Food Technologies expands Sales Team
Anticipating a positive future for the food industry, Snack and Potato Processing Line Expert Rosenqvists Food Technologies continues to invest in its sales team. A Sales Manager and an Area Sales Manager have been appointed.
Fairfields Farm Set to Supply Leading Meal Kit Player, HelloFresh
October 06, 2020
Fairfields Farm Set to Supply Leading Meal Kit Player, HelloFresh
Essex potato grower, Fairfields Farm, is excited to announce that it will be supplying HelloFresh with its low carbon footprint potatoes from October.
Exitoso desarrollo de la papa como nueva opción en Ñeembucú, Paraguay
October 05, 2020
Exitoso desarrollo de la papa como nueva opción en Ñeembucú, Paraguay
La papa ya es una opción para la economía de los pequeños productores de Ñeembucú, Paraquay. Proyecto productivo respaldado por el Gobierno Nacional, a través de la Entidad Binacional Yacyretá (EBY), se desarrolla con éxito en este departamento.

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