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Farmers assess potato crops as PepsiCo promotes AI and regenerative agriculture for resilient farming.
October 25, 2026
PepsiCo Uses AI and Regenerative Agriculture to Strengthen Farming Resilience
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.
McCain Foods introduces Air Fryer Thin Crisps and Air Fryer Tater Crisps in Canada, offering two new frozen potato products designed to deliver restaurant-style crispiness in 9–10 minutes.
October 18, 2026
McCain Foods Canada Launches Air Fryer Thin Crisps, Air Fryer Tater Crisps
McCain Foods Canada has launched Air Fryer Thin Crisps and Tater Crisps, offering restaurant-style crispiness in 9–10 minutes. The launch includes a Fryjacking marketing campaign and promotional events at Ontario universities.
El Niño intensifies across the Pacific, amplifying extreme heat, drought, wildfires and flooding risks worldwide.
September 21, 2026
Record-Breaking El Niño Surges as Global Heat and Extreme Weather Risks Rise
El Niño has reached a record 3.05°C, surpassing the 2015 high. Scientists warn the powerful event could worsen heatwaves, droughts, floods, wildfires and food insecurity as global temperatures continue to rise.
Declining potato acreage and repeated heatwaves are tightening European potato supplies, with French yields under pressure from severe water stress.
September 03, 2026
European Potato Acreage Declines as Heatwaves Put Yields Under Pressure
European potato supplies are tightening as acreage declines and heatwaves pressure yields. France is particularly affected by severe water stress, prompting CNIPT to call for purchasing and sales strategies to reflect current market conditions.
Farmers harvest potatoes in India, highlighting the importance of quality seed, scientific multiplication and organized seed systems in improving productivity and building a more efficient potato value chain.
August 13, 2026
India’s Potato Future Starts With Better Seed: Building a Stronger Seed Ecosystem for Farmers
India’s potato industry needs a stronger seed ecosystem to close its productivity gap. Scientific seed multiplication, digital agronomy and market-aligned varieties can improve yields, reduce risks and build a profitable supply chain.
I’m euphoric right now’: Tyler Heppell and the Ugly Potato Day team celebrate after the Surrey event set a Guinness World Record by donating 246,528.61 kg of produce in 24 hours.
August 10, 2026
Surrey’s Ugly Potato Day Breaks Guinness World Record With 246,528 Kg of Produce Donated
Surrey’s Ugly Potato Day set a Guinness World Record by donating 246,528 kg of fruits and vegetables in 24 hours. The event attracted 30,000 people and brought together 25 farms to reduce food waste and support local communities.
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A warming climate is placing potato production under increasing pressure, with rising temperatures, drought, and extreme weather threatening yields, quality, and global food security.
August 05, 2026
Accelerating Global Warming Could Reshape the Future of Global Potato Production
Global warming is accelerating, threatening potato production through heat, drought, pests, and storage challenges. Climate-smart farming, resilient varieties, and improved irrigation are essential to protect future yields and quality.
Farmers say healthy potato plants are growing in the areas grazed by cattle, which they hope will increase the crop yield this fall.
August 05, 2026
Can Cows Help Grow Better Potatoes? Canadian Researchers Test Grazing to Improve Soil Health
Researchers in Prince Edward Island are testing cattle grazing before potato planting to improve soil health, reduce costs and support sustainable farming. Early results show no yield loss or higher emissions as researchers study long-term benefits.
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July 27, 2026
Lamb Weston Posts FY2026 Sales Growth Despite International Headwinds
Lamb Weston reported higher fiscal 2026 net sales driven by volume growth in North America, while profit declined amid pricing pressure and higher costs. The company highlighted cost savings initiatives and issued financial guidance for fiscal 2027.
Potatoes are loaded into long-term storage as Cellar Insights launches the Rotten Potato Data Project, inviting growers to share historical spoilage data to help develop AI-powered early warning systems that detect storage risks before losses occur.
July 27, 2026
Cellar Insights Launches Rotten Potato Data Project to Strengthen Early Warning for Potato Storage Spoilage
Cellar Insights launched the Rotten Potato Data Project, inviting Canadian growers to share historical potato storage spoilage data. The project uses machine learning to improve early warning for rot and storage losses while paying participants.
Global seed potato trade moves toward stronger biosecurity as certification, advanced diagnostics, and phytosanitary controls protect international supply chains.
July 21, 2026
Global Seed Potato Trade Enters a New Biosecurity Era as Countries Strengthen Phytosanitary Controls
Global seed potato trade is entering a new biosecurity era as countries tighten phytosanitary rules, expand digital ePhyto certification, and strengthen disease testing, making certified, traceable seed essential for global market access.
Potato starch is emerging as a versatile bio-based ingredient, supporting innovation in food processing, pharmaceuticals, sustainable packaging, and industrial manufacturing worldwide.
July 17, 2026
Potato Starch Finds New Growth Beyond Food as Industrial Demand Accelerates
Potato starch is expanding beyond food as demand grows for clean-label ingredients and sustainable materials. New applications in pharmaceuticals, paper, textiles, adhesives, and biodegradable packaging are creating global market opportunities.
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