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McCain Foods India Launches Regenerative Agriculture Demonstration Farm in Gujarat
August 07, 2025
McCain Foods India Launches First Regenerative Agriculture Demo Farm in Gujarat to Boost Sustainable Potato Farming
McCain Foods India launched its first Regenerative Agriculture Demonstration Farm in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, on World Environment Day to promote soil health, biodiversity, and water efficiency, supporting its goal of 100% regenerative farming by 2030.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches Kufri Chip Bharat-1, a new potato processing variety by ICAR-CPRI, at ICAR Foundation Day in New Delhi.
August 07, 2025
ICAR-CPRI Launches Kufri Chipbharat-1: India’s New High-Yield Potato Variety for Chip Processing
CPRI launched Kufri Chipbharat-1, a new potato variety for processing, marking a significant advancement in India's agricultural sector. The release, attended by key officials, supports India's position as the second-largest global potato producer.
Productores de papa de Huánuco venderán 2975 toneladas a Inka Crops.
August 06, 2025
Perú: industria de snacks firma contratos con productores locales
Productores de Huánuco acordaron vender 2975 toneladas de papa variedad Capiro a Inka Crops, en un contrato que beneficiará a más de 900 familias y fortalecerá la integración de la agricultura familiar al mercado agroindustrial.
Paperos piden precio mínimo al Gobierno por bajos precios.
August 06, 2025
Colombia: productores piden regular precios de sus cosechas
Los productores de papa, afectados por el desplome de precios, exigen al Gobierno un precio mínimo de compra similar al establecido recientemente para el arroz, además de apoyos para cubrir la brecha entre costos de producción y precios de venta.
August 06, 2025
Argentina: McCain redobla su apuesta en el país
La canadiense McCain celebra 30 años en Argentina. Lidera el mercado de papas prefritas y apunta a crecer en el consumo hogareño y nuevos destinos. En el país se consumen 100.000 toneladas anuales de papas congeladas, el 80% destinadas a gastronomía.
Crisis papera en Argentina: productores no logran cubrir costos y recurren a regalar o rematar su cosecha
August 06, 2025
Argentina: precios no cubren los costos de cosecha
La papa es una de las hortalizas más consumidas en los platos de los argentinos y atraviesa uno de los peores momentos. Los precios actuales no cubren los costos de producción, lo que lleva a muchos a evaluar si volverán a plantar.
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La papa moderna nació entre el cruce de un planta prehistórica y el tomate silvestre
August 06, 2025
Mundo: descubren el origen genético de la papa
Un análisis genómico realizado por un equipo internacional identificó este evento de hibridación natural entre especies andinas. La papa tendría su origen en el tomate.
Wyma’s waste removal solutions help processors improve efficiency, protect downstream equipment, and deliver cleaner product flow.
August 05, 2025
Managing Waste Efficiently: Smart Solutions for a Cleaner, Leaner Process
Regulations on food safety, labour scarcity, and environmental pressures are driving the need for smarter, more sustainable solutions. Waste doesn’t just affect visual quality. It disrupts automation, clogs up machines, and costs money. 
The potato is one of the world's most important food crops, but it is vulnerable to pests, disease and climate change.
August 05, 2025
Scientists Trace Potato Origins to Ancient Andes Hybrid 9 Million Years Ago
A study reveals that potatoes originated from a hybridisation event 9 million years ago in the Andes, when tomato ancestors crossed with Etuberosum plants. This allowed potatoes to form tubers, leading to the diverse species we rely on today.
J.R. Simplot Company
August 05, 2025
Simplot Appears to be Restructuring Amid Layoffs at Boise Headquarters and Global Divisions
J.R. Simplot Company is undergoing restructuring, leading to layoffs in Boise and abroad. Though the scope is unclear, employees report job losses on LinkedIn. The company hasn’t filed a WARN notice and remains focused on adapting to market changes.
Herbort Universal Cutting Machine 26H (Slices)
August 05, 2025
Herbort Cutting Technology Enhances Efficiency and Product Quality
Herbort GmbH specializes in advanced cutting technologies designed to enhance efficiency and integrate seamlessly into automated production lines, with over a century of expertise
Potato Chip Manufacturer Utz Quality Foods doubled headcount in acquired plant
August 04, 2025
Utz Brands Reports Q2 2025 Growth in Branded Snacks, Announces Facility Consolidation
Utz Brands, Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of branded Salty Snacks and a small-cap value staples equity, has reported financial results for the Company’s second fiscal quarter ended June 29, 2025. 
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European Union Eases Import Rules for Egyptian Potatoes in Major Boost to Exports
August 03, 2025
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The EU has eased import rules for Egyptian potatoes under Regulation 1289/2025, boosting shipment limits and reducing inspections. Egypt expects lower costs, streamlined exports, and improved competitiveness in key EU markets.

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