Potato News

Anuga FoodTec India, the most anticipated and comprehensive trade fair for the food and beverage technology industry in South Asia, is set to return from 20th to 22nd August 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.

El gobierno regional de Magallanes busca estimular la producción local para garantizar así la soberanía alimentaria de la región.

KRIBHCO and Farm Frites signed a JV to set up a hi-tech potato processing unit in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The project will boost premium potato farming, generate jobs, and enhance farmer incomes, marking KRIBHCO’s entry into agri-processing.

Iberica de Patatas modernised its potato processing line with Wyma, boosting output, quality, and efficiency—all without halting 24/7 operations. Discover how automation enabled growth while preserving continuous production in this case study.

Aberystwyth University leads a cross-border AI project to combat potato late blight, a disease causing €4B in losses annually. The DeepDetect app will help farmers detect infections early, cutting pesticide use and boosting sustainable farming.

Pese al clima que ha dificultado la cosecha, y los precios que desalientan al productor, la patata de Castilla y León se abre camino en los mercados.

La región de Nariño enfrenta una crisis de precios, en buena medida debido al contrabando desde el país vecino. El gobierno de Colombia ha tomado cartas en el asunto.

Con la cosecha acercándose a su punto más intenso del año, los precios se acercan, contrariamente, a su punto más bajo.

Lawmakers toured Aroostook County to explore Maine’s potato industry, seeing innovative tech and learning how policy affects farming. The trip aimed to boost understanding of agricultural challenges and support.

Rosenqvists Food Technologies helps chip producers cut energy use by reducing surface water on slices before frying—saving up to 130 kWh/hour. Solutions include dewatering conveyors, air blowers, and easy moisture measurement methods.

The European Investment Bank has signed a EUR 20 million venture debt financing agreement with Dutch biotechnology company Solynta, to accelerate the development of potato varieties with enhanced resistance to disease and resilience to climate change

UniAgri Biosciences has launched its advanced Tissue Culture Lab to produce disease-free, high-yielding potato seeds. This milestone supports farmers and food security. Thanks to Punjab's Department of Horticulture for their valuable support.

PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company whose portfolio includes iconic brands such as Pepsi, Lay’s, Gatorade, Quaker, and Doritos, reported its results for the second quarter of 2025.

El mercado interno saturado por la sobre oferta, los mercados internacionales fuera de alcance debido a la competencia. Los productores de papa enfrentan decisiones difíciles.

PotatoEurope 2025, set for 3–4 Sept in Lelystad, Netherlands, showcases live machinery demos, smart agri-tech, and innovations in potato farming. With 300+ exhibitors and 15,000 visitors, it’s the premier hub to innovate, network, and grow.

A proposed class action lawsuit claims that The Campbell’s Company has misled consumers by marketing Cape Cod potato chips as free from preservatives, given that the snacks contain the common food additive citric acid.

Sinobake, a leader in food processing technology, has unveiled its latest innovation: a high-performance potato chip forming machine designed to elevate the potato chip manufacturing process with unparalleled precision, versatility, and efficiency.

Russian researchers unveil a new, low-cost method to grow potatoes at home, addressing rising prices and shortages. The innovation enables indoor cultivation without special equipment, offering a timely solution to the nation's potato crisis.