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March 25, 2026
España: bajó el area de patata en Castilla y León
El exceso de oferta en Europa, especialmente desde Francia, junto a las dificultades climáticas, está obligando al sector de la patata en España a reforzar los contratos y ajustar sus estrategias comerciales ante un mercado más incierto.
SINOBAKE is presenting its bakery and snack processing solutions at Modern Bakery Moscow 2026
March 24, 2026
SINOBAKE to showcase potato and bakery processing solutions at Modern Bakery Moscow 2026
SINOBAKE has announced its participation in Modern Bakery Moscow 2026, where the company will present its production solutions for potato chips, biscuits, cookies and other bakery products.
Patatas Lázaro ha obtenido la Medalla de Oro de EcoVadis, situándose entre el 5% de las empresas con mejor desempeño en sostenibilidad a nivel global
March 24, 2026
España: Patatas Lázaro se posiciona entre las empresas más sostenibles del mundo
Patatas Lázaro, empresa familiar valenciana con más de 80 años en el sector agroalimentario, ha obtenido la Medalla de Oro de EcoVadis, situándose entre el 5% de las compañías con mejor desempeño en sostenibilidad a nivel global.
EU frozen fries shipments return to Colombia as anti-dumping duties are lifted, restoring full market access and boosting trade between the EU and Colombia.
March 24, 2026
Colombia Restores Full Market Access for EU Frozen Fries Exports After Revoking Anti-Dumping Duties
Colombia has revoked all anti-dumping duties on frozen fries from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, fully restoring EU market access. This ends a six-year WTO dispute and reopens trade worth €19.3M (USD 21M) annually under full MPIA compliance.
Kyrgyz officials inspect imported potato shipments during market monitoring amid concerns over Chinese potatoes being sold as local produce.
March 23, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Rules Out Ban on Chinese Potato Imports as Market Prices Come Under Pressure
Kyrgyzstan says there is no basis to curb potato imports from China, citing WTO rules and no proven relabeling. Officials urged farmers to sell stored stocks fast, as new harvests and growing trade with China, including corn exports, lift supply.
McCain Foods India showcases versatile menu solutions at Aahar 2026.
March 23, 2026
McCain Foods India showcases AM to PM culinary concept at Aahar 2026
McCain Foods India presented an immersive culinary concept at Aahar 2026 with a premium exhibition stall themed "AM to PM – Urban Day-to-Night," designed to reflect real-world HORECA environments across different dining occasions.
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Potato growers in Minnesota and North Dakota face delays in securing H-2A workers, raising concerns over planting timelines, labor shortages and potential yield impacts.
March 23, 2026
H-2A visa delays threaten 2026 potato planting in Red River Valley, United States
Potato producers in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota are facing delays in securing seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program, raising concerns about potential impacts on the 2026 crop year.
China tightens fertilizer export restrictions as supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz add pressure to global markets and raise concerns over availability and prices
March 23, 2026
China restricts fertilizer exports, tightening global supply amid market disruptions
China has restricted fertilizer exports to protect its domestic market, adding further pressure to global supply chains already affected by disruptions linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. China is one of the world’s largest fertilizer exporters, shipping more than USD 13 billion worth last year.
Lamb Weston’s 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Chips earn "Approved Product" status, highlighting premium quality, British sourcing and strong performance in foodservice kitchens
March 23, 2026
Lamb Weston 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Chips receive Craft Guild of Chefs approval
Lamb Weston’s 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Chips, the latest variant to be added to the Stealth range, have been awarded the "Approved Product" accolade from the Craft Guild of Chefs as they become available to foodservice.
World Potato Congress invites global bids to host the 2030 and 2032 editions.
March 22, 2026
World Potato Congress Hosting Information for WPC 2030 (15th) and WPC 2032 (16th)
The World Potato Congress Inc. is now calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from parties interested in hosting the 15th and 16th World Potato Congresses to be held in 2030 and 2032.
Potato cooperatives in Ethiopia are recovering from conflict, using improved seed, training and partnerships to restore production and strengthen food security.
March 22, 2026
Ethiopia potato cooperatives rebuild after conflict with focus on resilience and growth
Ethiopia potato cooperatives are rebuilding after conflict, with farmers in Tigray and the Gamo Zone using improved seed, training and finance to restore production and strengthen food security.
Potato farmers in Bangladesh Rangpur region faced a difficult Eid as oversupply and low prices left harvests unsold.
March 21, 2026
Low prices and oversupply leave potato farmers in Bangladesh Rangpur region facing difficult Eid
Potato farmers across the Rangpur region in Bangladesh faced a difficult Eid period as unsold harvests, low market prices and mounting losses overshadowed festive celebrations.
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Fertiliser supply disruption in the Gulf raises fears of a wider global food crisis amid the Iran conflict.
March 18, 2026
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Iran war disruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens global food security as Gulf fertiliser exports are hit. Rising urea prices and supply shortages could cut crop yields in India, Brazil and China, pushing food costs higher worldwide.
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