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June 17, 2021
Italy: High temperatures and continuous irrigation for the Potato of Bologna PDO
This year the cultivation area of the Bologna PDO grew by 17 percent, from 419 to 489 hectares, also thanks to the good prices obtained in the last two years.
June 17, 2021
US Sales of Fingerlings, Gourmet Varietal Potatoes Continue to Climb
As shoppers stock up for the summer grilling season, new national sales data indicates US sales of fingerlings and smaller-sized gourmet varietal potatoes, both popular for backyard cookouts, remain on a solid, upward ascent.
June 16, 2021
Potato processor Lamb Weston updates its sustainability targets in its second ESG report
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. - manufacturer of frozen french fries and potato specialties - issued its second annual Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report today, which included new 2030 ESG goals.
June 15, 2021
La papa Yungay celebra sus 50 años, una variedad creada en honor a víctimas del terremoto
La papa Yungay, una de las variedades más apreciadas del entrañable tubérculo andino por su calidad y sabor, lleva ese nombre en honor a las víctimas del devastador terremoto de 1970.
June 15, 2021
EE.UU., Europa y Bolivia son los principales destinos de la patata peruana
Estados Unidos, Europa y Bolivia son los principales destinos de las exportaciones de patata peruana, que este año se espera que alcancen las 18.000 toneladas, a pesar del impacto de la pandemia de la covid-19.
June 13, 2021
McCain Foods Commitment will Help Limit Global Warming to 1.5°C
McCain Foods' commitment to cut in half greenhouse gas emissions across all of its global operations by the end of the decade has been verified to align with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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June 13, 2021
Europatat Congress 2021: A successful virtual event for the potato sector!
On 10 June the European potato community virtually gathered for the Europatat Congress 2021. Under the slogan 'Stayconnected – new strategies for the potato sector'
June 11, 2021
España: La Interprofesional de la Patata reclama usar los mismos antigerminantes que el resto de la UE 'para no tener las manos atadas'
El mayor problema al que se enfrenta la patata española es no poder emplear los mismos antigerminantes que otros países de la Unión Europea, lo que sitúa al sector en una posición de debilidad.
June 11, 2021
Snack production line manufacturer Reading Bakery Systems expands Science and Innovation Center Services
Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), a leading manufacturer of baked snack production systems, announces the expansion of their Science and Innovation Center’s product development and equipment testing capabilities by introducing Virtual Trials and additional hiring.
June 11, 2021
Scottish Farmers Union Surveys Potato Growers on AHDB activities ahead of changes
NFU Scotland is urging its potato growers to complete its survey to identify what functions carried out by the industry’s statutory levy body – AHDB Potatoes - are most valued ahead of body being wound down.
June 09, 2021
NDC Webinar coming up: 5 Essentials for NIR On-Line Measurement Success
NDC presents a live Webinar: Food and Bulk Industrial Material Processors: 5 Essentials for NIR On-Line Measurement Success
June 09, 2021
Nominations Open for 2022 Potatoes USA Board Members
Potatoes USA announces nominations are now open for new Board Members for the 2022-2025 term. Sponsored Content
June 08, 2021
Northern Ireland: £2 million Covid support scheme announced for potato growers
Northern Ireland Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots has announced more information on the £2 million financial support package for potato growers.
June 08, 2021
K2 Kinetics Announces Acquisition Of Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC
K2 Kinetics has announced the acquisition of Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC (or “RPM” for short). An Austin, TX, based company RPM is one of the most innovative and compact designers and manufacturers of case packers throughout the United States.
June 08, 2021
Heat and Control founder, Andy Caridis, celebrates 100 years and is still pressing forward
The Heat and Control family celebrated a special milestone on June 1, 2021, with the 100th birthday of their founder, Andrew (Andy) Caridis.
June 08, 2021
España: La patata de Cartagena quiere una figura de calidad
La pretensión de los productores y comercializadores de patata del Campo de Cartagena de obtener una figura de calidad diferenciada, contará con el respaldo del Gobierno murciano.
June 07, 2021
FPS Food Process Solutions Celebrates World Food Safety Day with a Call to Action to Raise Better Awareness in Hygienic Standards
FPS Food Process Solutions celebrates its 11th anniversary by calling for better awareness of hygienic standards in the food processing industry on World Food Safety Day.
June 07, 2021
Meléndez: la digitalización al servicio de la trazabilidad de la patata
La compañía pondrá en marcha el próximo año un planta 4.0 que será la más moderna del mundo. Las nuevas instalaciones se abastecerán de energías limpias en una clara apuesta por la sostenibilidad.