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Ventas de carretera, la cara de la crisis de cultivadores de papa en Colombia
November 16, 2020

Ventas de carretera, la cara de la crisis de cultivadores de papa en Colombia

La carretera que une a Bogotá y Tunja, en el departamento de Boyacá, se convirtió en la plaza de mercado a la que cultivadores de papa han tenido que llevar sus productos para no perder la cosecha.
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La excelente cosecha de papa alienta a los productores
November 16, 2020

Universitarios de Paraguay aprovecharon la pandemia para incursionar en la producción de papa

Dos universitarios de la compañía Pacheco de la ciudad de Carapeguá, Paraguay, decidieron desde este año incursionar en la producción de papa y manifestaron obtener excelentes resultados económicos.
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Papicultores de Soacha, Colombia, solicitan construcción de un centro de acopio
November 16, 2020

Papicultores de Soacha, Colombia, solicitan construcción de un centro de acopio

La crisis del sector papero, generada en parte por la pandemia, también afectó a los campesinos de las zonas rurales de Soacha, quienes están vendiendo su producto a bajos precios para no perderlo.
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More Snacking and Online Purchasing Expected for Holiday 2020
November 16, 2020

More Snacking and Online Purchasing Expected for Holiday 2020

Two out of Three Consumers Plan to Stock Up on Snacks More Now Than Before the Pandemic, with Dips Seeing Dramatic Increase in Lead up to the Holidays Due to Convenience, According to Latest U.S. Snack Index
United States
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Mexico reinstates labeling exemption for foodservice products
November 12, 2020

Mexico reinstates labeling exemption for foodservice products, facilitating US exports

The US potato industry was informed that Mexico rescinded its new front of pack labeling regulation, reinstating the exemption for foodservice products, according to a newsletter from the National Potato Council.
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U.S. Potato Exports Still Impacted by Pandemic, but beginning to Recover
November 12, 2020

U.S. Potato Exports Still Impacted by Pandemic, but beginning to Recover

U.S. potato exports for the July – September quarter were down significantly compared to the same period in 2019. This drop is a result of the pandemic's continuing impact on the demand in many markets, particularly in SE Asia and Central America, and the tight supplies of U.S. frozen potato products.
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AFFI Outlines Why Frozen Foods Will Continue Trending Up in 2021
November 10, 2020

Frozen Foods Will Continue Trending Up in 2021, predicts industry association

From fruits and snacks to entire meal solutions, the frozen category in the USA is experiencing all-time sales highs over the past year.
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Gobernación de Norte de Santander, Colombia, compró cosechas de papa a los agricultores locales
November 09, 2020

Gobernación de Norte de Santander, Colombia, compró cosechas de papa a los agricultores locales

Los campesinos del departamento Colombiano de Norte de Santander empezaron a sentir que las ganancias de sus cosechas se están quedando en casa, lo anterior, gracias a un programa que puso en marcha el gobernador Silvano Serrano.
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Gobierno de Colombia anuncia incentivo de USD 30 mil millones para productores de papa
November 09, 2020

Gobierno de Colombia anuncia incentivo de USD 30 mil millones para productores de papa

Durante el programa Prevención y Acción, el presidente Iván Duque anunció que su gobierno planea entregar 30 mil millones de pesos a pequeños y medianos productores de papa que se han visto afectados por la pandemia y que, recientemente, dieron a conocer la gravedad de su situación denunciando abandono por parte del Estado.
Colombia
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Legumbres Selectas Sierra Nevada, Calidad y Seguridad Alimentaria Gracias a la Nimbus BSI+ de Tomra Food
November 09, 2020

Legumbres Selectas Sierra Nevada, Calidad y Seguridad Alimentaria Gracias a la Nimbus BSI+ de Tomra Food

Legumbres Selectas Sierra Nevada, empresa española ubicada en Granada, está especializada en la producción, selección y comercialización de legumbres de altísima calidad.
Spain
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Velocity Snack Brands Extends Popchips™ with Two New Product Lines
November 08, 2020

Velocity Snack Brands introduces 'Popchips Grain Free' and 'Popchips Corn Chips' product lines

Velocity Snack Brands (VSB) launches two new Popchips product lines in over 2100 Kroger Co. stores in the United States to meet evolving consumer snacking habits, with further distribution to follow.
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Seven flavours in various-sized bags part of recall
November 05, 2020

Food Recall Warning - Certain Miss Vickie's brand Kettle Cooked Potato Chips recalled due to Possible Presence of Pieces of Glass

Miss Vickie's Canada is recalling certain Miss Vickie's brand Kettle Cooked Potato Chips from the marketplace due to the possible presence of pieces of glass.
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Potato Expo 2021 Goes 100% Virtual
November 05, 2020

Potato Expo 2021 Goes 100% Virtual

In light of on-going developments with COVID-19 the organizers of the Potato Expo 2021 have decided to hold the event as a Virtual Experience, entirely online.
United States
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La Dirección Regional de Agricultura de Lima busca incrementar la producción del tubérculo
November 02, 2020

Productores de Lima, Perú Reciben 30 Toneladas de Semillas de Papa de Alta Calidad Genética

Emprendedores productores de la región Lima, Perú recibieron semillas certificadas de diversas variedades de papa, de alta calidad genética, con el propósito de potenciar este cultivo y garantizar la seguridad alimentaria en el país, tras la situación de emergencia sanitaria que se vive por el covid-19.
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Canadian Potato Crop and Harvest Update October 26, 2020
October 27, 2020

Canadian Potato Crop and Harvest Update October 26, 2020

Potato harvest in Canada is complete in most provinces with the exception of Quebec, according to this final crop report of the season prepared by the United Potato Growers of Canada
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Boulder Canyon Debuts New Thin & Crispy Potato Chips Made With Avocado Oil
October 16, 2020

Boulder Canyon Debuts New Thin & Crispy Potato Chips Made With Avocado Oil

Boulder Canyon brings adventurous, flavorful snack food innovation to those seeking a better-for-you experience with their new Thin & Crispy potato chips.
United States
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Looking for New Ways to Fuel Athletic Performance? Try A Potato
October 16, 2020

Looking for New Ways to Fuel Athletic Performance? Try A Potato

White potatoes are as effective as commercial sports products in exercise fueling, performance and recovery, according to research funded by the Alliance for Potato Research & Education.
United States
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Drought dries up potato harvest revenue in New Brunswick
October 15, 2020

Drought dries up potato harvest revenue in New Brunswick

With the harvest season underway, the impact of summer's drought-like conditions is being unearthed in New Brunswick. Due to a lack of rainfall during the growing season, potato farmers say their yields are down significantly for fall 2020.
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