U.S. Potato Exports Still Impacted by Pandemic, but beginning to Recover
November 12, 2020
U.S. potato exports for the July – September quarter were down significantly compared to the same period in 2019. This drop is a result of the pandemic's continuing impact on the demand in many markets, particularly in SE Asia and Central America, and the tight supplies of U.S. frozen potato products.
Is the Potato still a Staple in India after prices hike 92% in a Year?
November 10, 2020
Prices of Potatoes and all other vegetables and pulses have steadily increased through the course of the coronavirus-infused lockdown.
Soaring onion, potato prices in India become a political hot potato
November 10, 2020
Blaming the federal government for the steep hike in prices of essential commodities, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal alleged that the prices were rising as the Centre has snatched away the state's power.
Lockdown 2.0 (UK) is here – AHDB reflects on what it means for the potato industry
November 10, 2020
In the United Kingdom, Lockdown 2.0 is happening and it brings widespread closure of pubs and restaurants once again. AHDB reflects on what it means for the potato industry
Strengthened by the acquisition of the TFI Potato business, the Mitolo Group Pty Ltd starts a new potato season in South Australia
November 10, 2020
The recent finalization of a takeover of Thomas Foods International’s potato business and a spike in demand through the coronavirus pandemic has cemented Mitolo Group as Australia’s largest fresh spud producer.
Gobernación de Norte de Santander, Colombia, compró cosechas de papa a los agricultores locales
November 09, 2020
Los campesinos del departamento Colombiano de Norte de Santander empezaron a sentir que las ganancias de sus cosechas se están quedando en casa, lo anterior, gracias a un programa que puso en marcha el gobernador Silvano Serrano.
Legumbres Selectas Sierra Nevada, Calidad y Seguridad Alimentaria Gracias a la Nimbus BSI+ de Tomra Food
November 09, 2020
Legumbres Selectas Sierra Nevada, empresa española ubicada en Granada, está especializada en la producción, selección y comercialización de legumbres de altísima calidad.
Gobierno de Colombia anuncia incentivo de USD 30 mil millones para productores de papa
November 09, 2020
Durante el programa Prevención y Acción, el presidente Iván Duque anunció que su gobierno planea entregar 30 mil millones de pesos a pequeños y medianos productores de papa que se han visto afectados por la pandemia y que, recientemente, dieron a conocer la gravedad de su situación denunciando abandono por parte del Estado.
Online Potato Days HZPC Showcase New Reality
November 06, 2020
The annual Potato Days in Joure are a valued networking event attracting hundreds of growers and customers from many countries.
Potato Expo 2021 Goes 100% Virtual
November 05, 2020
In light of on-going developments with COVID-19 the organizers of the Potato Expo 2021 have decided to hold the event as a Virtual Experience, entirely online.
