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February 07, 2013
Industrial accident at Emsland-Stärke GmbH, Emlichheim
On 28 January a cloud of Nitric acid escaped from the chemical plant of Emsland-Stärke GmbH, Emlichheim, Germany.From the archive
February 07, 2013
Britain takes the lead as number one EU exporter of seed potatoes to Egypt
British seed potatoes are grown in over 50 countries worldwide, with Egypt a long-time major export destination, accounting for around 40% of total seed exported. Even though GB seed export tonnage is still being calculated for the 2012/2013 season, of...From the archive
February 07, 2013
The FAO Food Price Index remaining steady
The FAO Food Price Index averaged 210 in January 2013, unchanged from the slightly revised December value. Following three months of consecutive declines, the Index stabilized in January, as a rebound in oils/fats prices offset a decline for cereals an...From the archive
February 07, 2013
Fruit Logistica goes into second day
From 6 to 8 February 2013, a total of 2,543 exhibitors from 78 countries will be presenting not only the entire product and service range that so amply supplies consumers with fresh fruit and vegetables (and potatoes!) , but also numerous interesting i...From the archive
February 06, 2013
Aprendiendo de los expertos en agricultura adaptada a la variabilidad climática: lecciones de los agricultores del altiplano
La comunidad científica internacional está de acuerdo en que una de las mayores manifestaciones del cambio climático es la creciente variabilidad interanual y estacional de la temperatura, precipitación y radiación solar, lo que se traduce en una mayor...From the archive
February 05, 2013
ODENBERG and BEST at Fruit Logistica 2013
ODENBERG and BEST, part of TOMRA Sorting Solutions, will showcase different systems from their market-leading sensor-based optical sorters. The newly formed company exhibits for the first time together in Germany.From the archive
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February 05, 2013
McCain Foods finalizes acquisition of the Kitchens of Sara Lee (Australia)
McCain Foods today announced it has completed the acquisition of Kitchens of Sara Lee (KOSL) Australia from Hillshire Brands, boosting its consumer offering. The transaction, initiated on December 18, is valued at A$82M.From the archive
February 04, 2013
Fresh Potato Outlook 2013 for Britain: A shopper perspective
2012 was a challenging growing season, with exceptional weather conditions impacting on the GB crop’s size and quality. Shoppers have seen price rises in store and there have been many stories about the cost of food within the media.From the archive
February 04, 2013
Analizan metodologías para restar efectos del cambio climático en la papa
El Instituto Nacional de Innovación Agraria (Inia) inauguró esta mañana una importante reunión de científicos internacionales, que vienen desarrollando metodologías y herramientas moleculares eficientes, para contrarrestar los efectos que está producie...From the archive
February 04, 2013
Gourmandine Potato variety soon available in the United Kingdom
During the upcoming Fruit Logistica, Agrico will sign a contract with the UK firm Albert Bartlett, who will shortly introduce the Gourmandine potato variety in the United Kingdom.From the archive
February 01, 2013
‘All-star’ team to grow awareness of Australian potato industry research at upcoming Victorian Field Day
Leading industry researchers will team-up with local Victorian agronomists at a Field Day event next month, to help raise awareness amongst potato growers and processors about key research and development (R&D) activities currently being undertaken...From the archive
February 01, 2013
Fruit Logistica: Helping growers meeting food chain requirements
At Fruit Logistica 2013 next week (Berlin, 6-8 February) Syngenta will unveil key elements of the company’s integrated business of seeds and crop protection – a world first for new innovation and crop solutions.From the archive
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January 31, 2013
Pressure on West Australian potato growers to meet retail standards
Potato growers across the Warren Blackwood have revealed their struggle to meet standards set by retail giants Coles and Woolworths.From the archive
January 30, 2013
African Agricultural Capital Fund (AACF, Pearl Capital Partners) invests in Midlands Limited
Pearl Capital Partners (Pearl) has recently concluded an investment of KSh 200 million (US$ 2,300,000) in the Kenyan potato processor Midlands Limited through the African Agricultural Capital Fund (AACF).From the archive
January 28, 2013
Canadian consumers speak out on Prince Edward Island potatoes
The Prince Edward Island Potato Board has launched a series of “Tater Talk” videos, featuring consumers talking about why they love PEI Potatoes.From the archive
January 23, 2013
El INTA promociona la papa para el autoconsumo en provincia argentina
A partir del Programa Nacional PROPAPA del INTA de Argentina, se están realizando ensayos y pruebas de papa junto a beneficiarios del Prohuerta en distintos puntos geográficos de la provincia de San Luis. La idea es instalar a la papa como una opción m...From the archive
January 21, 2013
HZPC realiza un estudio de mercado para conocer los gustos del consumidor final
La empresa holandesa HZPC quiere saber hacia dónde se encaminan los gustos de los actuales consumidores de patatas. Para ello ha encargado a una empresa especializada la realización de un “consumer research” en varios países, entre los que se incluye E...From the archive
January 18, 2013
Protestors face court for destroying GMO potato field in Belgium
The trial of eleven protesters who in 2011 destroyed a field of genetically modified potatoes started before Dendermonde magistrates on Tuesday.From the archive