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Potatoes move through harvesting equipment during the Swiss potato harvest, which has been affected by difficult growing conditions
September 14, 2026
Swiss Potato Harvest Falls to Record Low of 333,000 Tonnes Amid Heat and Drought
Switzerland is facing a record-low potato harvest after the hot summer reduced production to 20 percent below the six-year average. Domestic potatoes now cover only 70 to 75 percent of demand, increasing the need for imports.
Lors de la visite de Guy Parmelin à la ferme de la famille Herrer, à Wileroltigen dans le canton de Berne.
May 13, 2026
Switzerland: trials with genetically modified varieties are authorized
To combat the decline in the number of growers and in domestic production, the government is authorizing trials with GMO varieties, a disruptive move by European standards.
Chris Perry’s farm at Coaldale, Alta., is featured in a new television commercial emphasizing the Canadian content in FritoLay potato chips
January 22, 2026
Alberta potato grower invited to World Economic Forum discussions in Switzerland
A southern Alberta farmer has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, bringing Canadian agriculture into global discussions on resilient food systems. The annual forum concludes on Friday.
Samuel Schär is the new CEO of Bühler, effective January 1, 2026
January 11, 2026
Samuel Schär Appointed CEO of Bühler Group, Ensuring Leadership Continuity
Samuel Schär assumed office as CEO of Bühler Group on January 1, 2026, succeeding Stefan Scheiber. His appointment ensures continuity and stability as Bühler advances sustainable solutions for the food, feed, and mobility industries worldwide.
Technicians examine an xFarm weather-monitoring station used for real-time climate and crop data collection
November 14, 2025
New Cutting-Edge Solutions in Agri-Food xFarm Technologies Presents Its Vision at Agritechnica 2025
xFarm Technologies, a Swiss digital agriculture specialist, will participate in Agritechnica 2025 in Hanover (Nov 9–15). At stand D32, Hall 21, the company will showcase new digital, AI-driven and IoT solutions for smarter, sustainable farming.
Givaudan launches Myromi™
May 10, 2025
Givaudan Launches Myromi™: A Smart Aroma Delivery Device Revolutionising Flavour Co-Creation and Consumer Engagement
Givaudan launches Myromi™, a handheld aroma device for real-time flavour co-creation. Controlled via smartphone, it boosts feedback, speeds development, and enhances collaboration with consumers through an intuitive digital interface.
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April 02, 2025
Buhler acquires cutting-edge puffing technology from Cerex to expand product portfolio
Swiss technology group Bühler has acquired advanced puffing technology from Cerex to enhance its offerings for food, petfood, and feed applications. The acquisition, announced on 16 January, 2025.
Bühler and xFarm Technologies partnership
March 10, 2025
Bühler and xFarm Technologies partner for sustainability monitoring along the whole agri-food value chain
xFarm Technologies, the Swiss tech company specialising in the digitalisation of the whole agri-food sector, supporting more than 500,000 farms on a total area of 8.3 million hectares every day
December 08, 2024
Codex Alimentarius adopts the MRL for 1,4-dimethylnaphthalene potato sprout inhibitor
Great news for potato producers: Codex Alimentarius, the 'Food Code' has confirmed the safety of 1,4-dimethylnaphthalene (1,4-DMN) for use on potatoes. 1,4-DMN is a naturally occurring biocontrol agent that enhances dormancy, controls spouting and encourages field-fresh quality in stored potatoes.
Johannes Wick, CEO of Grains & Food business at Bühler
September 05, 2024
Esau & Hueber joins Bühler: complementing forces for innovation excellence
Swiss technology group Bühler has acquired Esau & Hueber, a German company known for its expertise in hygienic process and fermentation technology across the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors.
Buhler Annual Report 2023, financial development
February 20, 2024
Bühler improves profitability in 2023
In 2023, Bühler successfully navigated a complex and volatile global landscape and increased its profitability.
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November 23, 2023
Bühler boosts food innovation with new Application & Training Centers in Uzwil
Swiss technology group Bühler unveils its new food innovation hub in Uzwil, Switzerland, bringing together a diverse range of capabilities into a single location and setting a new stage for product and process development.
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