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SkipTheDishes and McCain Talk Spud Sales Amidst Decreased Demand During COVID-19
August 20, 2020
SkipTheDishes and McCain Foods Talk Potato Sales in Canada During COVID-19
In celebration of National Potato Day and hard-working potato farmers across the country, Canada's largest food delivery app and the world's largest manufacturer of frozen potato products team up to provide consumption data.
Meijer Potato's new corporate identity will be visible on all communication materials and locations.
August 20, 2020
C. Meijer BV rebranded Meijer Potato
On 17 Augustus 2020, potato breeder, Meijer Potato, has presented its new corporate identity and company story. Meijer Potato's new corporate identity will be visible on all communication materials and locations.
Potato farmers in Atlantic Canada are worried about their supply with COVID-19 and extreme weather conditions causing complications.
August 19, 2020
Could acreage cutbacks, drought and quick COVID recovery cause potato shortage in Eastern Canada?
Potato farmers in Atlantic Canada are worried about their supply with COVID-19 and extreme weather conditions causing complications.
Wageningen University & Research to host PotatoEurope on 1 and 2 September 2021 in Lelystad, The Netherlands
August 19, 2020
Wageningen University & Research to host PotatoEurope on 1 and 2 September 2021 in Lelystad, The Netherlands
Wageningen University & Research and DLG Benelux have signed a contract for hosting PotatoEurope 2021 at the location of Wageningen Plant Research in Lelystad, The Netherlands.
Across China: Hi-tech Potato Industry Boosts Poverty Alleviation (Courtesy: News.cn )
August 19, 2020
Across China: Hi-tech Potato Industry Boosts Poverty Alleviation
The potato industry in Ulanqab, dubbed the 'potato city' of China, has become one of the main industries to help farmers shake off poverty.
In een paar uur is een live versie van deze plattegrond beschikbaar
August 19, 2020
Het volledig programma van Aardappeldemodag Online
Het is bijna zover! Om 10.00 uur gaat de online aardappeldemodag open. Een kwartier tevoren ontvangt u per email de link die toegang geeft. Nog niet opgegeven? Het kan nog!
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Potato receiving at Avebe Ter Apelkanaal
August 17, 2020
Potato Starch manufacturer Avebe has started campaign 2020
Today Avebe's potato campaign starts in the Netherlands. Following an unstable growing season, the first potatoes are being delivered to the Gasselternijveen location.
Glycoalkaloids in potatoes: public health risks assessed
August 17, 2020
Glycoalkaloids in potatoes: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) assesses health risks
EFSA has assessed the risks to human and animal health related to the presence of glycoalkaloids in food and feed, particularly in potatoes and products derived from potatoes.
Gracias a esta máquina clasificadora podemos ofrecer una amplia gama de posibilidades.
August 17, 2020
GreenGoose: 'Gracias a esta máquina clasificadora podemos ofrecer una amplia gama de posibilidades'
GreenGoose es la orgullosa propietaria de la primera y única máquina clasificadora y envasadora de batata en Europa. La máquina está hecha a medida para la empresa.
Variedad de papas nativas del Parque de la Papa en Perú
August 17, 2020
Machu Papa de Perú, la variedad de patata más resistente al cambio climático
El Parque de la Papa es un lugar único. Allí se cultivan 1.300 variedades de patatas, pero solo una de ellas puede dar respuesta a la crisis alimentaria.
Jonge Boeren Programma krijgt virtueel vervolg tijdens Aardappeldemodag Online.
August 16, 2020
Jonge Boeren Programma krijgt virtueel vervolg tijdens Aardappeldemodag Online
De eerste editie van het Jonge Boeren Programma tijdens Aardappeldemodag 2018 was een groot succes. Twee jaar na deze speciaal voor jonge boeren georganiseerde bijeenkomst komt er nu een virtueel vervolg.
The McCrum's, a 6th generation farming family, just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine (Courtesy: Paul Cyr)
August 12, 2020
McCrum just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
The McCrum's, a 6th generation farming family, just opened North America's newest fry processing plant in Washburn, Maine
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August 11, 2020
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The FAO Food Price Index firmer for the second consecutive month in a row
August 07, 2020
The FAO Food Price Index firmer for the second consecutive month in a row
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August 06, 2020
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