News on Chips and Snacks

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Boulder Canyon and Grillo’s Pickles reunite to launch new Wavy Grillo’s Classic Dill Pickle Chips, blending bold dill, garlic, and vinegar flavors with avocado-oil-cooked wavy chips. The gluten-free, non-GMO snack debuts nationwide at Sprouts this November.

Snack maker Balaji Wafers, which has drawn strong interest from investors and global food companies, is reportedly set to sell a 7% stake to US-based General Atlantic for INR 2,500 crore (USD 282 million).

Frito-Lay to close its Orlando plant on May 9, 2026, affecting 500 jobs. The facility, open since 1965, will see production & distribution shift to larger PepsiCo sites, boosting efficiency but changing regional logistics.

Bangladesh faces a potato surplus as industrial use remains limited. Only 3–4% of production is processed, leaving farmers with losses of BDT 10–15/kg. Experts urge investment in processing, storage, and diversification to boost farmer income.

The European Snacks Association releases its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting members’ efforts in resource efficiency, sustainable sourcing, energy savings, and eco-friendly packaging, supporting the EU Green Deal and circular economy initiatives.

PepsiCo has introduced a new logo and corporate look that reflects its global vision and evolving brand identity.

By 2040, potato wafers will delight all the senses with enhanced taste, nutrition, texture, and appearance—driven by advances in food tech, agriculture, and changing consumer demands.

SINOBAKE delivered a stackable potato chip production line to a top Chinese food firm, boosting quality, efficiency, and safety. Built with 304/316 stainless steel, it improved chip consistency and won strong customer and consumer praise.

Former judoka Harvinder Singh from Kurukshetra turned innovator, revolutionising seed potato farming through his firm Noor Agro Farm. His disease-free, high-yield seeds are in demand nationwide, empowering farmers and creating local employment.

PepsiCo has acquired Australian seed potato business Dowling AgriTech (DAT) to strengthen seed supply, drive innovation, and support grower partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region.

Lay’s unveils its biggest redesign in nearly 100 years, celebrating its farm-to-chip heritage. With real, farm-grown potatoes, new natural recipes, and refreshed packaging, Lay’s commits to no artificial flavors or colors in the U.S. by 2025.

PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), a leading global food and beverage company with a portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Pepsi, Lay’s, Gatorade, Quaker, and Doritos has reported results for the third quarter 2025.

Goodrich Cereals Ltd. earns BRCGS Grade A Certification, highlighting its global commitment to food safety, quality, and excellence in processed potato products through rigorous standards, innovation, and sustainable operations.

Cornell marks 160 years of potato breeding, creating 50+ varieties—including top U.S. chip potatoes and nematode-resistant strains. Farmer partnerships and USDA support drive innovation, boosting sustainability and the USD 100B U.S. potato industry.

Nelson mayor Dr Nick Smith says the region is 'punch drunk with bad news' following a proposal from potato chip company Proper Crisps to close its factory and move manufacturing to Auckland. The company, owned by Griffin’s, on Thursday signalled the proposed closure of its Stoke factory in late 2027.

Covered Bridge Potato Chips has reopened in Woodstock, N.B., after a 2024 fire destroyed its Hartland plant. The new site restores jobs and flavours, while Hartland hopes for its return and keeps the old location open as a gift shop and attraction.

Key Technology introduces COMPASS® optical sorter for potato chips at Pack Expo. Belt-fed with easy-to-use interface, it removes defects and foreign material, ensures food safety, boosts efficiency, enables fast cleaning, and offers IIoT analytics.