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Jamey Higham, the new president and CEO of the Idaho Potato Commission
May 30, 2022
New Idaho Potato Commission CEO is a potato guy through and through
In as much as it’s possible, Jamey Higham, the new president and CEO of the Idaho Potato Commission, has potatoes in his blood. Higham, who in February took over leadership of the commission that promotes the state’s most famous product
A depiction of the process for the elimination of amylose starch in a potato. Courtesy: Texas A&M AgriLife graphic
May 28, 2022
Texas A&M AgriLife researchers use CRISPR technology to modify starches in potatoes
Humble potatoes are a rich source not only of dietary carbohydrates for humans, but also of starches for numerous industrial applications. Texas A&M AgriLife scientists are learning how to alter the ratio of potatoes’
Mexican producers protest against potato imports from the United States.
May 25, 2022
Mexican producers protest against potato imports from the United States
The National Confederation of Potato Producers of the Mexican Republic (Conpapa) ruled against the importation of fresh potatoes from the United States, due to its 'high risk of containing quarantine pests'.
TOMRA FOOD publishes a new e-book to help processors and packers turn data from sorting machines into greater profitability, titled 'When Sorters Become Data Generating Machines'
May 24, 2022
TOMRA Food e-book to help processors and packers turn data from sorting machines into greater profitability
TOMRA Food has published a new eBook to help food processors and packers enhance efficiencies and profitability by using information gathered by sorting machines. The easy-to-read, 21-page booklet, titled 'When Sorters Become Data Generating Machines'
HarvestEye is exhibiting at the World Potato Congress 2022
May 24, 2022
World Potato Congress 2022: Team behind HarvestEye continue to showcase crop insights innovation
Harvesteye - a machine-learning driven crop insights tool - is heading to the World Potato Congress at the end of May, as it continues to showcase on the global agricultural stage the actionable insights it places in the hands of growers.
Just in time for summer, Tasteful Selections releases two new microwave-ready potato trays
May 23, 2022
Just in time for summer, Tasteful Selections releases two new microwave-ready potato trays
Grilling is a highlight of summer. From brats, burgers and steak to fish, chicken or pork chops—America is grilling! And Tasteful Selections is ready to help consumers enjoy fresh potatoes all summer long.
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Market Analysis: The impact of Russia’s war on the potato industry of Ukraine
May 21, 2022
Market Analysis: The impact of Russias war on the potato industry of Ukraine
February 24, 2022 was a turning point for both Ukraine and the rest of the world, since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has undoubtedly turned the normal world order on its head.
The slogan ’All in ONE’ highlights the fact that Fruit Logistica gathers the industry’s leading global players under one roof
May 19, 2022
New brand identity for Fruit Logistica and Asia Fruit Logistica
The leading trade shows for the global fresh produce business and for Asia’s fresh produce business are presenting a modern new logo and introducing a joint corporate design in 2022.
50,000 Kenyan potato farmers are partnering with Agrico PSA!
May 19, 2022
50,000 Kenyan potato farmers are partnering with Agrico PSA!
Agrico PSA is proud to communicate another impressive milestone reached: now over 50,000 Kenyan potato farmers are digitally partnering via their Facebook page! PSA’s Facebook page has evolved into a platform where potato knowledge is shared.
En Perú existen cuatro mil variedades de papa y hay 2300 papas endémicas.
May 17, 2022
¡Celebremos la Papa Peruana!
El 30 de mayo se celebra el Día Nacional de la Papa. Desde este espacio hemos venido celebrando esta fecha durante varios años y este 2022 no será la excepción.
Sweet Potato sibling from Uglies Kettle Chip
May 16, 2022
Sweet Potato sibling from Uglies Kettle Chip
Uglies Kettle Chips, the brand that brings you naturally imperfect, honestly delicious plant-based snacks, now introduces new upcycled sweet potato chips: Uglies Sweets.
How do different potatoes respond to heat, drought, and waterlogging stresses? EU-backed scientists are investigating the changes that make potatoes resilient or susceptible.
May 15, 2022
On the path to stress-tolerant potatoes
How do different potatoes respond to heat, drought, and waterlogging stresses? EU-backed scientists are investigating the changes that make potatoes resilient or susceptible.
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Potato Production in India affected by Unseasonal Rains and Heat Wave
May 12, 2022
Potato Production in key production areas of India affected by Unseasonal Rains and Heat Wave
Potato production in the current crop year is estimated to be 53.60 mt, down from 56.17 mt last year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture's first estimate of horticulture production.
Snacks from the Sun partners with UNFI, North America's largest distributor of health and specialty food in North America.
May 12, 2022
Snacks from the Sun partners with UNFI, North America's largest distributor of health and specialty food in North America
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FAO Food Price Index retreated slightly in April.
May 06, 2022
FAO Food Price Index retreated slightly in April from the all-time high registered in March
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 158.5 points in April 2022, down 1.2 points (0.8 percent) from the all-time high reached in March, though still 36.4 points (29.8 percent) above its value in the corresponding month last year.
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May 05, 2022
Potato processor Snow Valley Food benefits from an efficient collaboration with TOMRA Food
Snow Valley Food is the owner of a leading frozen french fries processing industry group of companies in Asia. The parent company, Snow Valley Agricultural Development co., ltd., is a large organization that operates across the whole industrial chain in the potato industry
Seed potato company HZPC keeps profit expectations intact
May 05, 2022
Seed potato company HZPC keeps profit expectations intact
Despite the fact that the conflict in Ukraine is affecting HZPC's sales, seed potato company HZPC is keeping its profit forecast intact after three quarters in the 2021-2022 financial year.
KFC Cheese wedges (Source: KFC Singapore)
May 04, 2022
Another frozen Potato Supply Chain hickup: NO Fries for KFC customers in Singapore
KFC Singapore said on Thursday April 28 that it is not offering French fries for now but assured customers that the item 'will be back soon'. Instead, the fast-food chain is offering wedges, cheese wedges and golden cheddar wedges on its menu in Singapore.

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