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Romanian potato leader Grup Șerban Holding joins Europatat
October 08, 2025
Grup Șerban Holding Joins Europatat, Boosting Romania’s Leadership in the European Potato Industry
Grup Șerban Holding, Romania’s top potato producer and supplier, joins Europatat. Farming 13,000 ha, it supplies PepsiCo and retailers, expands storage and builds a frozen potato plant. Listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (GSH).
Samantha Baldwin headed up the team delivering Crop 78, the higher quality frying potato becoming popular with processors
October 07, 2025
New Zealand Plant and Food Research Introduces Crop 78 Potato Variety for Superior French Fry Quality
French fries are part of a booming USD 18 billion sector, projected to reach USD 24 billion by decade’s end. Plant & Food Research, part of the Bioeconomy Science Institute, has been recognised for creating a new potato variety tailored to this market.
Aloo Atta by Potatoking Foods
October 07, 2025
The All-Women Potato Processing Factory Of Crown Flakes Led by Avanti Murarka
The narrative of potato processing organizations in India often centers on large, male-dominated conglomerates. Yet, in West Bengal, a potato processing company is emerging rapidly, a company proving that vision, purity, and women’s leadership are the perfect ingredients for success.
North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG): Will better contract prices be high enough to cover growing potato demand in the future?
October 07, 2025
Large United States Potato Crop and Low Prices Expected to Reduce Canadian Import Demand
The Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) has reported that United States demand for Canadian table potatoes could be lower this year due to a large United States crop and extremely low prices.
Patatas recién cosechadas, en un remolque
October 07, 2025
España: comercialización catastrófica en Salamanca
'La patata de calidad se carga, pero la otra no se quiere' . El precio no cubre costos y hay dificultades con los contratos.
Powered by potatoes
October 06, 2025
Powering Athletes Naturally: Wisconsin Potatoes for Performance and Sustainability
In May 2025, the Washington Post published an article entitled, powered by potatoes: Endurance athletes are chasing speed with spuds. The humble potato – cited as a mild, carbohydrate-packed fuel option – is growing in popularity among endurance athletes
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RUCIP launches updated Rules & Practices for the Inter-European Trade in Potatoes, effective 1 October 2025. A free webinar on 17 October 2025 at 09:00 CEST will guide stakeholders through the key changes and benefits of the new rules.
October 06, 2025
Webinar on updated RUCIP Potato Trade Rules Effective October 2025
Updated RUCIP Rules have taken effect on October 1 2025, modernizing potato trade in Europe with clearer structure, digital processes, and improved dispute resolution. Learn key changes in a free webinar on 17 Oct 2025, 09:00 CEST.
Freshly harvested seed potatoes – Cuba has officially registered the U.S. variety Golden Globe, marking a major step toward expanded exports and stronger yields in Latin America.
October 06, 2025
United States Seed Potato Exports Surge: New Markets Emerging in Central and South America
Potatoes USA reports strong seed export growth. Golden Globe registered in Cuba, Soraya next. New sales in Panama, Nicaragua & Uruguay follow trials. Future trials planned in Dominican Republic & Honduras, including the variety Sound.
México: delicada situación para el sector productivo
October 06, 2025
México: delicada situación para el sector productivo
Los supermercados venden la papa hasta 600 % más cara que su valor en el campo, la importación desde Estados Unidos no tiene control. El consumo cae y los productores abandonan el negocio. Piden control y apoyo al gobierno.
U.S. seed potatoes being harvested for export
October 06, 2025
Ecuador: cortes en las rutas generan perdidas millonarias
La papa, la leche, las flores, la fruta. La producción agropecuaria toda a nivel nacional sufre los cortes en las principales arterias del país y las perdidas se vuelven incuantificables.
Proud of her harvest, Wisa showcases the potatoes grown through sustainable methods — a symbol of resilience and progress.
October 06, 2025
From Hardship to Harvest: Wisa Lakkhampa Leads the Drive for Sustainable Potato Farming in Thailand
Thai farmer Wisa Lakkhampa is transforming agriculture through PepsiCo and GIZ’s regenerative farming program. Adopting climate-smart methods, she boosts yields, conserves water, empowers local women, and builds resilience against climate change.
Royal HZPC Group to Acquire Ireland’s IPM Potato Group, Expanding Global Seed Potato Reach
October 05, 2025
Royal HZPC Group Acquires IPM Potato Group to Strengthen Global Seed Potato Leadership
Royal HZPC Group plans to acquire Ireland-based IPM Potato Group, a leading seed potato breeder and exporter, boosting HZPC’s UK and global presence.
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October 01, 2025
Improved Potato Variety and Training Support Improving the Livelihood of Eritrean Farmers
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Scott Technology Launches AccuTable in North America to Boost Palletizing Efficiency for CPG Manufacturers
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