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La bajada de precios en contratos de patata industrial genera incertidumbre y podría reducir la superficie sembrada en Castilla y León
March 03, 2026
España: possible reducción en la siembra por los contratos para industria
Disminuye el precio de los contratos para la patata destinada a la industria, lo que probablemente se traducirá en una reducción de las hectáreas cultivadas.
Euskadi presenta el nuevo Plan de I+D+i de la patata de siembra en el Foro AKIS para reforzar la competitividad del sector.
March 03, 2026
España: innovación y desarrollo en el País Vasco
El 5 de marzo, el Foro AKIS reunirá en el Campus de Arkaute a productores, empresas e instituciones para presentar y debatir el Plan Sectorial de la Patata, con foco en el Plan de I+D+i de la patata de siembra, promoviendo la colaboración y la transferencia de conocimiento para fortalecer la competitividad del sector en Euskadi.
Extreme heat, wildfires, flooding and intensifying storms highlight the growing climate risks scientists say require an urgent, globally coordinated assessment to guide policy and prevent catastrophic outcomes.
March 03, 2026
World Unprepared for Climate Change: Scientists Urge Immediate Global Risk Assessment to Avoid Irreversible Damage
Scientists, including experts from Met Office Hadley Centre and University of Exeter, warn the world is unprepared for climate risks. They urge a globally mandated assessment to clarify threats, guide policy, and help avoid the worst impacts.
La UE anuncia la aplicación provisional del acuerdo comercial con Mercosur.
March 03, 2026
La UE aplica provisionalmente el acuerdo con Mercosur y desata polémica política
La Comisión Europea decidió aplicar provisionalmente el acuerdo UE-Mercosur pese a su revisión judicial pendiente, generando fuertes críticas por eludir la ratificación formal del Parlamento Europeo y reavivando tensiones políticas dentro del bloque.
SINOBAKE will showcase its advanced potato chips and biscuit production lines at Interpack 2026 (Hall 3, Booth 3D76) in Düsseldorf, presenting high-efficiency processing solutions for the global snack and bakery industry
March 03, 2026
SINOBAKE Invites Industry Professionals to Discover Advanced Production Solutions at INTERPACK 2026
SINOBAKE invites industry professionals to visit its booth at INTERPACK 2026 from May 7-13. The event offers a global platform to explore advanced packaging and processing technologies, exchange expertise and strengthen international cooperation.
El Sustainability Report 2025 de McCain Foods destaca la reducción de emisiones, los avances en agricultura regenerativa y la expansión de iniciativas en América Latina, incluyendo Argentina, Brasil y Colombia.
March 02, 2026
McCain acelera su estrategia sostenible y proyecta expansión en Argentina, Brasil y Colombia
En su Reporte de Sustentabilidad 2025, McCain informó que redujo 28% sus emisiones operativas desde 2017, avanzó en agricultura regenerativa con más de dos tercios de su superficie incorporada al programa y anticipó nuevas iniciativas en Argentina, Brasil y Colombia como parte de su estrategia hacia 2030 .
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Front-facing view of the redesigned Verbruggen Topframe with unified frame architecture and integrated V-shaped status light
March 02, 2026
Verbruggen Launches Next-Generation Topframe Setting New Standard in Palletizing Efficiency and Control
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions, a specialist in automated palletizing systems, has introduced the next generation Verbruggen Topframe for modern end-of-line operations.
Northland Potatoes kettle cooked potato chips
February 28, 2026
February is Potato Lovers Month: Northland Potato Growers Association highlights chip sector
During Potato Lover's Month, NPGA is recognizing the growers who contribute to the region’s four key sectors: Fresh, Processing, Chip, and Seed. Each week in February, one sector is featured. This week, the spotlight is on the chip sector.
Low Carbon Concept farm Georgina harvest
February 25, 2026
Low Carbon Concept Farm in Lincolnshire Delivers First Sustainable Georgina Potato Crop to Tesco Stores
A first-of-its-kind low carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has successfully grown its first crop of highly sustainable potatoes that will land in UK stores this week, thanks to a partnership between retailer Tesco and industry leader Branston.
Potato harvesting
February 25, 2026
Brasil: gran cosecha, malos precios
El sector papero brasileño registra una cosecha abundante favorecida por el clima, pero el exceso de oferta y el aumento de costos están presionando los precios y reduciendo la rentabilidad de los productores.
The Little Potato Company launches its 30th anniversary celebration with a new logo, highlighting three decades of growth, innovation, and commitment to Feed the World, Better.
February 25, 2026
The Little Potato Company Unveils 30th Anniversary Logo, Celebrates Three Decades of Growth
The Little Potato Company, the number one little potato brand in North America, is kicking off a year-long 30th anniversary celebration with the unveiling of a new anniversary logo.
Intralox and Conveyor & Automation Technologies Transform Herr Foods's Operations
February 25, 2026
Herr Foods Boosts Snack Production with Intralox end-of-line Packaging Solutions
Intralox and Conveyor & Automation Technologies modernized Herr Foods end-of-line operations, boosting throughput 25% to 150 cpm, expanding to 20 lines and 600 SKUs, saving USD 650k+ annually, and improving safety—within the existing footprint.
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February 25, 2026
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February 25, 2026
WPVGA Inducts Tom Wild and Gary and Lynda Bula into Wisconsin Potato Hall of Fame 2026
Tom Wild of Wild Seed Farms Inc., Antigo, Wisconsin, and Gary and Lynda Bula, owners of Gary Bula Farms Inc., Oxford, were inducted into the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Hall of Fame
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February 25, 2026
Improved potato varieties show strong yield and late blight resistance in Rwanda trials
The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board conducted a February 3-6, 2026 harvest trial to assess improved potato varieties Ndamira and Victoria for higher yields and stronger resistance to late blight across multiple site.
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February 25, 2026
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February 24, 2026
Venezuela: desorden y contrabando afectan los sectores productivos
Agricultores de distintas regiones advierten que el ingreso ilegal de productos como papa y hortalizas está hundiendo los precios, dejándolos por debajo de sus costos y comprometiendo la sostenibilidad de la producción nacional.
Costa Rica rechaza 40 contenedores de papa importada por riesgos fitosanitarios y de salud, y refuerza controles para proteger la producción nacional.
February 24, 2026
Costa Rica: continua la batalla de los productores con el sector importador
Productores de papa en Costa Rica celebran el rechazo de decenas de contenedores importados por incumplir normas sanitarias y exigen mantener inspecciones estrictas ante el riesgo de plagas y compuestos tóxicos que amenazan al cultivo y a los consumidores.

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