Potato News

Swiss food processing equipment company ZEEN Tech won the Gold Award and Equipment and Technologies Award at SIAL Innovation 2026 in Paris for its Fried in Water technology, designed as an alternative to oil frying with potential use in potato chips.

INTERPOM 2026 will bring 332 exhibitors from 15 countries to Kortrijk, Belgium, from November 29 to December 1, focusing on potato industry resilience, market challenges, innovation, water management and the future of potato processing.

MTS Giesenberg has installed two Flikweert Vision DIVIDER Select optical sorters at its Arizona potato operation, using industrial cameras and AI to remove stones, clods, foreign objects and extreme defects.

McCain has put plans for a French fry factory in Mehrum, Germany, on hold, citing rising project costs, overcapacity in processed potato products and weaker demand in key European markets.

Flo-Mech is now offering its new Flo-Flavour On-Demand Slurry System for snack and coated product lines. The system features gravimetric dosing, continuous mixing and automated powder and liquid integration. Now available for on-site customer trials.

FAM STUMABO will showcase its Centris 400 and SureTec 240 cutting machines at Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 in Dubai, highlighting precision cutting, improved yields, reduced waste and automation solutions for food processors.

Royal HZPC Group researches the nutrient needs of potato varieties to develop tailored fertilization recommendations. This aims to improve yield and quality while reducing fertilizer use and environmental impact through data-driven insights.

Ellips added four Elisam potato grading installations across North America in 2026, using True-AI technology to grade potatoes by size, shape, color and defects while improving throughput and consistency.

SINOBAKE is expanding its Shunde manufacturing base with a RMB 500 million project covering food processing lines, packaging, palletizing and intelligent automation to support integrated potato snack and food production systems.

Tolsma-Grisnich introduces Optica S, an optical sorter that removes stones, clods, soil and crop defects before storage. With capacities up to 80 tonnes per hour, it improves storage efficiency, reduces waste and boosts returns for growers.

Urschel will showcase its new Little Gem Aspire Dicer and precision cutting equipment at CIBUS TEC 2026 in Parma, Italy, October 27–30, featuring live demonstrations and solutions for efficient food processing.

Tong Engineering has invested in 6kW tube laser technology to enhance manufacturing precision and efficiency, improve assembly accuracy and strengthen its commitment to quality and engineering excellence.

PepsiCo is combining AI, regenerative agriculture and ag-tech partnerships to help farmers improve soil health, use resources efficiently and strengthen farm resilience, including at a fourth-generation potato farm in Alberta, Canada.

Brits waste 156 meals yearly as AEG research reveals confusion over food dates, reheating and storage. Experts share tips to reduce waste and keep food fresh. Potatoes rank 3rd on the list of most thrown out foods.

Peru’s CIP has deposited another 1,027 seed accessions at Norway’s Svalbard Global Seed Vault, backing up 91% of its collection. Witnessed by Peru’s Ambassador, the deposit safeguards crop diversity and future food security.

Gopal Snacks’ Q1 FY27 profit surged 409% to INR 12.85 crore (USD 1.5M), while revenue rose 31% to INR 422 crore (USD 49.5M). Lower costs, distribution growth and pricing measures lifted EBITDA margin to 7.44%, aiding recovery.

Germany potato production is forecast to fall to 10.4 million tonnes in 2026, nearly 25 percent below the 2025 record. Heavy rainfall, summer heat, drought and reduced acreage have cut yields, but significant shortages are not expected nationwide.

The Netherlands will host a dedicated lounge at Global Potato Summit 2026 in Gujarat, India, on December 16–17, connecting Dutch companies with Indian partners to promote cooperation in seed potatoes, processing, storage, and innovation.