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International Potato Day in Roma
May 01, 2025
World Potato Congress supports FAO in launch of the second International Day of Potato: 'Shaping History, Feeding the Future'
Following the successful inaugural observance last year, FAO has to announce the theme for the International Day of Potato 2025: Shaping history, feeding the future.
The new design is available for the VARITRON 220, VARITRON 270 and VARITRON 270 TERRA TRAC.
May 01, 2025
Grimme updates two-row VARITRON potato harvesters
GRIMME introduces the new generation of the two-row, self-propelled VARITRON series potato harvesters. The optimisation of the series focused on the new cab with a revised operating concept and various improvements.
El II Encuentro Agroprofesional de la Patata ha reunido a más de un centenar de agricultores y técnicos para debatir sobre el estado actual del cultivo, las amenazas sanitarias y los retos de la sostenibilidad agraria.
May 01, 2025
España: balance del encuentro Agroprofesional de la patata
El II Encuentro Agroprofesional de la Patata ha reunido a más de un centenar de agricultores y técnicos para debatir sobre el estado actual del cultivo, las amenazas sanitarias y los retos de la sostenibilidad agraria.
Robotic sorters on the upgraded Russet line make up to 100 precise picks per minute, helping Eagle Eye Produce boost packing speed and reduce manual inspection.
May 01, 2025
Eagle Eye Produce Revolutionizes Potato Sorting with AI-Powered Technology
Eagle Eye Produce’s Idaho Falls facility is redefining potato packing with AI-powered graders, robotic sorters, and upgraded lines to boost speed, reduce waste, and improve quality—delivering smarter, more consistent results for customers.
Side Delights' Fresh-Cut Steak Fries
April 30, 2025
Side Delights Offers Shoppers Healthy, Filling, Easy-to-Prepare Potato Options for French Fries at Home
Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) offers shoppers a way to prepare healthy steak fries and potato wedges at home with Side Delights
Maggie McNeil and Samuel Harding, co-presidents of Enactus-UPEI display their award-winning potato soap
April 30, 2025
Enactus UPEI's Spuds2Suds: Turning Potato Waste into Sustainable Soap and Community Support
UPEI students created Spuds2Suds, a soap made from surplus PEI potatoes. The eco-friendly project won top prizes at Enactus Regionals, donates a bar to food banks for each sold, and is now available locally. Next stop: Enactus Nationals in Calgary.
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Potato late blight on a leaf
April 30, 2025
GB Potatoes Secures Three-Year Future for the 'Fight Against Blight' Project with New Funding Commitment
GB Potatoes funds the FAB project for 3 years, boosting UK efforts to monitor and combat potato late blight. Led by James Hutton Institute, FAB provides vital real-time insights on blight strains and resistance, strengthening sector resilience.
Karland, based north of Weimar, is considered a reliable service provider for the regional food retail trade.
April 30, 2025
KARLAND Agrarprodukte Reports Stable Supply and Early Planting for 2025 Potato Season in Thuringia, Germany
In Thuringia, KARLAND Agrarprodukte GmbH & Co. KG reports an average 2024 table potato harvest with stable regional supply, increasing imports from Egypt, steady prices, and good progress in early potato planting for the 2025/26 season
Las afectaciones no son considerables, afirmó la Secretaría del Campo de Tulancingo
April 30, 2025
México: heladas tardías generan perdidas millonarias
El fenómeno, atípico para el momento del año, pone en jaque a los productores del centro del país.
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April 29, 2025
España: cae el consumo de patata fresca
En linea con las tendencias globales, la preocupación en España por el consumo de patata fresca crece.
Agata
April 29, 2025
Brasil: bajan los precios debido a aumento en la oferta
La papa bajo hasta un 9% en los principales mercados.
Roll on Jersey Royal Season
April 28, 2025
Albert Bartlett Launches £3 Million “Roll on Jersey Royal Season” Campaign to Kick Off Jersey Royal Potato Harvest
Albert Bartlett’s £3 million ad campaign celebrates the Jersey Royal season, highlighting traditional farming, real farmers, and the crop’s heritage. The feel-good ad features chef Michel Roux and a Bellamy Brothers soundtrack, launching in May.
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