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The FAO Food Price Index at its highest since July 2011
November 10, 2021
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 133.2 points in October 2021, up 3.9 points (3.0 percent) from September and 31.8 points (31.3 percent) from October 2020. After rising for three consecutive months, the FFPI in October stood at its highest level since July 2011.

A state-of-the-art manufacturer of vacuum-packed, cooked potato products is being established in Central Europe.
November 07, 2021
In Slovakia, Liptovská food company, has launched its state-of-the-art production. This is a unique and the most modern hi-tech concept for the processing and production of potatoes.

Hormel Foods partners with The Better Meat Co to use its meat-like mycoprotein Rhiza, produced via potato-based fermentation
October 20, 2021
Hormel Foods Corporation, a global branded food company, announced its venturing company, 199 Ventures, has entered into an exclusive partnership with The Better Meat Co. to bring new mycoprotein - produced by potato-based fermentation - and plant-based protein products to the marketplace.

The FAO Food Price Index rose further in September
October 19, 2021
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 130.0 points in September 2021, up 1.5 points (1.2 percent) from August and 32.1 points (32.8 percent) from the same month last year. The latest rise of the FFPI was largely driven by higher prices of most cereals and vegetable oils.

Anuga presents the top food innovations of 2021
October 11, 2021
67 products have made it onto the exhibition area of the Anuga taste Innovation Show. The international food and drinks industry will once again be meeting up at Anuga in Cologne from 9 to 13 October 2021.

'The Simple Root' launches dairy alternative in the UK with McCain Foods backing
September 24, 2021
The Simple Root uses unique IP technology developed in partnership with McCain Foods to create the taste and texture of dairy using root vegetables, herbs, and spices, and is a key addition to McCain’s continued investment in innovation

Macfrut: Romagnoli F.lli and McCain present the new CelaVita ready-to-eat potatoes
September 19, 2021
Romagnoli F.lli and McCain, a worldwide leader in the production of frozen potatoes, unveiled two new premium products for the retail channel at Macfrut – Spicchi al naturale and Mini patate bio – by the CêlaVíta brand

Is potato milk the most sustainable dairy alternative yet?
September 05, 2021
There’s no escaping plant-based milk in the 21st century. In the United Kingdom, nearly a quarter of British people now consume plant-based milk. Entering into this market is a new plant-based milk, claiming to be the most sustainable dairy alternative yet: potato milk.

The FAO Food Price Index rebounded rapidly in August
September 03, 2021
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 127.4 points in August 2021, up 3.9 points (3.1 percent) from July and 31.5 points (32.9 percent) from the same period last year.

Industrial Frying: Heat and Control explains How to Maximize Cooking Oil Life
September 01, 2021
Cooking oil is a key component of food processing, and taking steps to delay its degradation can result in reduced waste, costs, and risk of creating poor-tasting food products. Industrial Fryer specialist Heat and Control explains.