News On French Fries and Potato Specialties from Asia

McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
October 30, 2018

McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish

McDonald’s Japan added 'carbonara' fries to their menu that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
Kiremko signs agreement for sales of french fry line with Hyfun foods during Dutch trade mission in India
June 06, 2018

Kiremko signs agreement for sales of french fry line with Hyfun foods during Dutch trade mission in India

During a recent Dutch trade mission to India potato processing was prominently in the spotlight as the well-known Dutch potato processing equipment manufacturer Kiremko signed a contract with India based French Fry manufacturer Hyfun Foods
Farm Frites' potato processing investment plans in Kazakhstan are taking shape
April 03, 2018

Farm Frites' investment plans for a potato processing plant in Kazakhstan are taking shape

More details on the investment plans of Dutch French fry manufacturer Farm Frites in Kazakhstan have been published on the official website of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan following additional meetings on the topic.
Japan’s chicken nugget French fry instant ramen to satisfy all cravings
March 11, 2018

Will Japan’s Chicken Nugget French Fry Instant Ramen Satisfy All Cravings?

Japan's Cup Noodle maker Nissin continues to push the instant ramen envelope in delicious new ways. And now they have waded into PotatoPro territory.
Dutch French Fries a hit in South Korea
March 03, 2018

Dutch French Fries gaining ground in South Korea

Dutch potato processing companies are increasing their market share in the South Korean Frozen French Fry market.
Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu
January 13, 2018

Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu

Japanese Fast food chain 'First Kitchen' launch two types of 'Dessert Potato' nationwide. Both dishes start with French fries with a swirl of Hokkaido dairy-sourced vanilla ice cream finished with two types of toppings...
Potato Production in China to rebound this marketing year
January 01, 2018

Potato Production in China to rebound this marketing year

According to a GAIN-report prepared by the USDA staff in Beijing, China’s fresh potato production in marketing year 2017-2018 is forecast at 97 million metric tons, a five percent increase from the estimated 92 million metric tons in the previous year.
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls
December 05, 2017

McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls

McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls for a limited time
WTO ruling against import licensing scheme Indonesia creates export opportunities for potato processing companies
November 12, 2017

WTO ruling against import licensing scheme Indonesia creates export opportunities for potato processing companies

The National Potato Council applauds the United States Trade Representative’s victory in the World Trade Organization (WTO) case against Indonesia’s restrictive import licensing scheme.
New Aviko Snow Valley French Fry factory equipped with TOMRA sorters and peeler
October 02, 2017

New Aviko Snow Valley French Fry factory equipped with TOMRA sorters and peeler

The new Aviko Snow Valley French Fry factory in China will be equipped with TOMRA's Eco steam peeler and its newest optical sorters.
New french fry manufacturer in India Amul sets up shop near competition in Gujarat
September 30, 2017

Indian Dairy Coop GCMMF (Amul) enters french fry market and promises Gujarat farmers better prices

In India, the Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) is starting the production of frozen French Fries in October of this year. They have set up shop in North Gujarat, close to McCain Foods India and Hyfun Frozen Foods
Belgium hopes to ship in more frozen potato fries to Malaysia
September 28, 2017

Belgian fries exports to Malaysia to double over next 3 years

Belgium, the world’s biggest potato exporter, hopes to ship in more frozen potato fries to Malaysia via its marketing campaign and collaboration with restaurateurs and fastfood operators here.
Fuzz in Taiwan about French Fries with green patches at McDonald's
September 11, 2017

Fuzz in Taiwan about French Fries with green patches at McDonald's

Taiwan's health authorities will conduct stringent checks of potato suppliers after reports that French fries served at fast food restaurants were found with green patches.
French Fry manufacturer in China receives Heat and Control fryer with integrated batter coating and de-oiling system
August 24, 2017

French Fry manufacturer in China receives Heat and Control fryer with integrated batter coating and de-oiling system

Equipment manufacturer Heat and Control has delivered a high performance fryer for battered french fries to a large potato processor in China
Indian FMCG conglomerate ITC Limited plans launch of (frozen) potato products
August 15, 2017

Indian FMCG conglomerate ITC Limited plans launch of (frozen) potato products

As Indian FMCG powerhouse ITC rolls out frozen prawns in select cities in the country, the company has lined up a few more product offerings - including frozen (?) processed potatoes.
McDonald's plans to add 2000 Restaurants in China in the next 5 years
August 10, 2017

McDonald's plans to add 2000 Restaurants in China in the next 5 years

Earlier this week McDonald’s announced the successful completion of a strategic partnership with CITIC and The Carlyle Group. The partnership will operate and manage McDonald’s businesses in mainland China and Hong Kong and ramp up growth and innovation using the combined expertise.
Potato Corner CEO shares secrets to food cart success
August 10, 2017

Potato Corner CEO shares secrets to food cart success

Potato Corner CEO Joe Magsaysay shares the secret behind the french fries brand that he built into a global franchise business with annual sales of P1 billion (almost 20 million USD).
New Kaida potato processing facilities include TOMRA Peelers and Sorters
April 26, 2017

New Kaida potato processing facilities include TOMRA Peelers and Sorters

In response to the 13th National Five-Year Plan, Kaida invested in two large agricultural product processing plants in Beijing and Inner Mongolia. For these (potato) processing plants Kaida selected one of TOMRA’s state-of-the-art steam peeling and optical sorting solutions.

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