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Aviko Germany’s production facility in Rain, Bavaria, processes 40 tons of potatoes per hour, primarily into French fries
March 01, 2025
Investment by Aviko Germany in Packaging Technology Increases French Fry Production Capacity to 40 Tons per Hour
French fries consumption ison the rise: per capita consumption of frozen potato products has been increasing for many years now. As a result, potato processing specialist Aviko Germany has been working at full capacity to meet the demand for frozen fries from retailers and food service alike.
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February 26, 2025
Argentina: aumento en el area sembrada en Tucumán
El año pasado el área producida en la provincia superó el máximo de los últimos diez años.
Productores proponen a la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum aplique aranceles a la papa estadounidense
February 26, 2025
México: aranceles a la papa importada de E.E.U.U
En México, los productores proponen aplicar aranceles a la papa estadounidense, respaldando la postura del gobierno ante posibles represalias comerciales de EE.UU. Según dicen, el país no sufrirá desabastecimiento gracias a una gran campaña productiva.
The Schuiling family overseeing sustainable potato cultivation in the Netherlands, with wind turbines symbolizing the integration of renewable energy in agriculture
February 25, 2025
Schuiling Family Farm and Agrico: Scaling Up and Automating Potato Operations for Enhanced Efficiency
Just one kilometre from the coast, in the Frisian village of Minnertsga, between the windmills, stands the newly built shed with a renewed sorting line of partnership Schuiling.
Hungritos: Serving #MouthTinglingTaste and #BiteSizeHappiness – Bold Flavors, Innovative Snacks, and Sustainable Solutions at Gulfood 2025!
February 25, 2025
Hungritos Showcases Innovative Food Solutions at Gulfood 2025
Hungritos, a leading brand in the global food industry owned by Iscon Balaji Foods Pvt Ltd, proudly participated in Gulfood 2025, the world’s largest annual food and beverage event, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from February 17 th to 21 st , 2025. The company unveiled its latest range of innovative food products, reinforcing its commitment to quality, taste, and sustainability.
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February 25, 2025
Colombia: crisis de precios para el sector productivo
Los precios de venta se desploman, sobre todo en la región de Nariño que es una de las mayores en términos de producción.
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Foodeq and Sticomax join forces
February 25, 2025
Sticomax Acquisition of FoodeQ Engineering enhances Presence in the Food Industry in the Benelux Region and Beyond
Belgian machine builder Sticomax, the holding company above the companies IntOCon (BE), StuMaCo (BE), Romonta (NL), ViwateQ (NL) and DutchTecSource (NL), is acquiring Dutch sector colleague FoodeQ Engineering. 
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February 24, 2025
Sponsored by the Minister of Agriculture, Nahar Al-Awrad company Organizes Iraqi Potato Export Forum
Under the patronage of the Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Abbas Jabr Al-Maliki, and under the slogan 'Iraqi Potatoes: A Growing Sector with Promising Export Opportunities,' the Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with Nahar Al-Awrad Company, organized the Iraqi Agricultural Export Forum, which focused on developing the potato sector and its products, such as potato chips and frozen potato fingers.
Master the Art of Savoury Snack Production: Join ESA's Exclusive Course in Budapest, June 2025!
February 24, 2025
ESA Savoury Snacks Production Course 1 to Take Place in Budapest in June 2025
The European Snacks Association (ESA) has announced the next edition of its Savoury Snacks Production Course 1, set to take place from June 2 to June 4, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary.
Calbee to Begin Operations at Setouchi Hiroshima Factory
February 24, 2025
Calbee opens next-generation Potato Processing Factory in Setouchi Hiroshima
Calbee, Inc. has announced that its newly constructed Setouchi Hiroshima Factory in Hiroshima City will commence operations on January 13, 2025. This facility is Calbee's first new factory in Japan in nearly 19 years.
Fill Your Boots with Fresh PEI Potatoes! Join us on March 1st, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a fun, free event and support local food banks!
February 24, 2025
Two Island Farms Collaborate for Free Potato Giveaway Event!
Two local farms are joining forces for another Fill Your Boots Event, allowing Islanders to pick their own free potatoes straight from Island potato storages. The giveaway aims to build on the success of the Fill Your Boots events of the last three years.
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February 23, 2025
Researchers identify biosynthetic pathway of GlycoAlkaloid formation in potato
Scientists have discovered a way to remove toxic compounds from potatoes, making them safer to eat and easier to store. The breakthrough could cut food waste and enhance crop farming in space and other extreme environments.
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