Potato News from Europe

In July 2025, the FAO Food Price Index averaged 130.1 points, up 2.1 points (1.6%) from June. Falls in cereals, dairy, and sugar were outweighed by rises in meat and vegetable oils. The index was 7.6% above July 2024 but 18.8% below March 2022’s peak.

Herbort GmbH specializes in advanced cutting technologies designed to enhance efficiency and integrate seamlessly into automated production lines, with over a century of expertise

Ukrainian potato production demonstrates high development potential, but to move further the update of information about current production, processing and consumption volumes is needed.

PACE Mechanical Handling now includes AI-powered performance monitoring as standard in its packing machines, offering free alerts for maintenance needs. This new 'Gateway' feature ensures peace of mind for fresh produce and potato packers.

Join Elea PEF Chip Day 2025 on 9 Oct in Quakenbrück to explore the latest in PEF tech for potato chip production, including system demos, AI quality control, expert talks, and a Scotch whisky tasting. Free attendance, limited spaces.

FoodTech Forum 2025 brought together industry experts, customers, and partners for three weeks of live demos and discussions. Heat and Control® hosted sessions focused on innovative, sustainable solutions shaping the future of food processing.

Esta herramienta permitirá optimizar el uso de fungicidas, reducir costos y minimizar el impacto ambiental al ajustar los tratamientos según el riesgo real.

Entusiasmo a la hora de la siembra combinado con una desaceleración en las ventas de las papas prefritas congeladas en los mercados globales, pone a Europa en una posición delicada.

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.

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

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.

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.

As of September 1st, 2025, Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions will relocate to a brand-new, purpose-built headquarter alongside the A6 highway in Emmeloord, the Netherlands.

After a near-fatal accident at his remote home, Graham Bannister stresses the importance of emergency preparedness, rural connectivity, and using tools like satellite calling and What3words to stay safe while working alone in isolated areas.

Efficiently manage crop storage with Mooij Agro’s Smart Cooling Manager—monitor and control each cooling cell, auto-prioritize capacity, and integrate seamlessly with all units via Croptimiz-r®. Ideal for post-CIPC potato storage.