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Sustainable Packaging solutions from Avebe
April 02, 2023
Avebe’s Sustainable Plant-Based Packaging & Building Solutions at European Coatings Show
Avebe makes innovative ingredients derived from potatoes, which they use to create unique solutions for the food, pet food and industrial such as building, and packaging industries.
Kevin MacIsaac says usually one area or two areas of Prince Edward Island have good potato crops, but this year, things are looking good across the Island. (Courtesy: Cody MacKay/CBC)
April 02, 2023
Indian government approves trials of GM Disease Resistant Potatoes & Fortified Bananas
After mustard, India will undertake trials of two other genetically modified (GM) food crops, bananas and potatoes, perhaps ushering in a new era of biotech-enhanced farming.
Insort Sherlock Food Analyser
April 02, 2023
Insort's Sherlock Food Analyser Lets You Know the Level of Moisture in Potato Fries Non-Destructively in Real Time
Insort's Sherlock Food Analyser uses infrared light to identify the chemical composition of the food being processed, enabling you to get the right crispiness and moisture in the final output.
Soil
April 02, 2023
Global Coalition of Fresh Produce (GCFP) Report Highlights Challenges Threatening Economic Viability of Fresh Produce Sector Worldwide
A recent report by the Global Coalition of Fresh Produce (GCFP) analyses the global trading environment for fresh fruits and vegetables and concludes a number of challenges threatening the long-term economic viability of the fresh produce sector worldwide.
Gareth inspecting the plots
March 29, 2023
FMC trials show great promise for future of weed control
With weed control a key challenge for farmers, and reduced sensitivity to some herbicides a continuing problem. New product trials by FMC have demonstrated that effective controls are on the horizon.
"All eyes on me!" the potato seems to say, as Oregon state senator Bill Hansell asks his fellow lawmakers: "Tuber or not tuber? That is the question."
March 29, 2023
Oregon Senate Recognizes Potato as Official State Vegetable in 'Spudtacular' Display
On Wednesday last week, the Oregon Senate adopted a resolution declaring an official state vegetable and yes, you guessed it, it is the Potato!
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Potato Packaging
March 28, 2023
European Produce Associations Call for Revised Packaging Regulations to Support Sustainable Practices in the Fruit and Vegetable Sector
Copa-Cogeca, Freshfel Europe, the European Fresh Produce Association, and Europatat, the European Potato Trade Association, have taken note of the European Commission’s proposal for a Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste that was published on 30 November 2022
Simon Leaver, CEO of Fylde Fresh & Fabulous
March 28, 2023
Potato Manufacturer Fylde Fresh & Fabulous Joins Made Smarter’s Digitalisation Programme
Pioneering North West adoption programme supports digitalisation projects worth GBP 5m (USD 6m). A potato manufacturer has helped Made Smarter’s pioneering technology adoption programme reach its 250th investment milestone.
Penobscot McCrum potato factory
March 27, 2023
Penobscot McCrum Potato Factory Won't Be Rebuilt After Fire, Company Shifts Focus to Washburn Facility
The Penobscot McCrum potato factory in Belfast will not be rebuilt after a massive fire destroyed the facility one year ago.
Cavendish Hash Browns
March 23, 2023
Cavendish Farms Wins 2023 Product of the Year Canada Award
It is time to update your shopping list. Cavendish Farms announced that it has won the prestigious Product of the Year Canada Award for its All-Day Breakfast Mini Quick Cook Hash Brown Patties.
Potato Flavor Stories
March 21, 2023
Potato flavor stories: Consumer love to learn about flavor next to usage
Consumers, especially the young generation Y & Z love to learn more about flavor when purchasing food products.
Newtec Optical Grading of Potatoes by Quality, Size and Shape
March 20, 2023
Newtec's optical sorting equipment for potatoes just got smarter thanks to Hailo AI chip
Qtechnology Selects AI Chipmaker Hailo to Empower its Embedded Industrial Cameras The Qtechnology industrial camera series, now with the Hailo-8™ AI processor, will significantly improve performance for manufacturers worldwide.
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tna presents trendsetting innovations at Interpack 2023 to help food producers to achieve sustainability goals
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