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Chesapeake Spice wins the SNX 2026 Flavor Showdown with its Poblano Chile con Carne flavor
April 08, 2026
Chesapeake Spice wins SNX 2026 Flavor Showdown with Poblano Chile con Carne
SNAC International has announced Chesapeake Spice as the winner of the SNX 2026 Flavor Showdown, honoring its standout Poblano Chile con Carne seasoning as this year’s Flavor of the Year.
Heat and Control showcases cutting-edge snack processing innovations at SNX 2026 in Dallas, highlighting sustainable solutions, advanced seasoning systems, and high-speed packaging technologies developed with partners Ishida and CEIA.
March 26, 2026
Heat and Control Set to Showcase Sustainable Snack Processing and High-Speed Packaging Innovations at SNX 2026
Heat and Control will showcase snack processing innovations at SNX 2026, including high-speed packaging, precise seasoning, and water recirculation tech that cuts freshwater use by up to 75%, improving efficiency, sustainability, and product quality.
MoistTech will highlight its IR-3000 NIR sensors at SNX 2026 to support quality control, waste reduction, and energy optimization in snack processing.
February 19, 2026
MoistTech to Showcase Advanced NIR Moisture Measurement Solutions at SNX 2026
MoistTech Corp, the global leader in moisture measurement and control, will participate in SNX 2026, taking place March 29–31, 2026, in Dallas, Texas.
Industry leaders at the Dallas potato event discussed tighter contracts, rising global competition, stronger retail demand and weather risks shaping North American potato production
February 11, 2026
Dallas Potato Expo Highlights Trade Pressure, Lower Contracts and Shifting Demand in North America
Dallas hosted the event amid political uncertainty, tariffs, strained trade ties and migrant labour crackdowns, while the Trump administration provided nearly USD 40 billion in farm aid, though none was specifically directed at potato production sector.
Potato Expo 2026 is held in Dallas, Texas, marking the first time the annual event takes place in the city.
January 21, 2026
Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas highlights global industry momentum and policy challenges
Potato Expo in Dallas brings growers, suppliers and industry leaders together. NPC CEO Kam Quarles says the event is a must-attend opportunity to reconnect the potato community, spark new ideas and help shape the future of the industry.
Fox Packaging’s updated flexible bag formats, now available with up to 30% PCR content, maintain strong visual presentation and product protection for potatoes and other fresh produce.
November 19, 2025
Fox Packaging Expands Sustainable Solutions With New Flexible Packaging Containing Recycled Content
Fox Packaging has introduced new flexible packaging options containing up to 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, strengthening its commitment to circular and sustainable packaging solutions.
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Attendees review potato packaging equipment at Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas, highlighting the latest innovations in processing and packaging technology for the global potato industry.
November 10, 2025
Potato Expo 2026 Set to Bring Global Potato Industry Together in Dallas for Innovation, Networking, and Sustainability
Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest potato industry event, heads to Dallas Jan. 6–8. Featuring 180 exhibitors, 30+ sessions, and major networking, it unites the global potato supply chain to drive innovation, advocacy, and collaboration.
Potato Expo 2026 seeks discussion topic proposals
August 11, 2025
Want to Speak at Potato Expo 2026? Call for Proposals Highlighting Innovation in Potato Cultivation
NPC invites proposals for Potato Expo 2026 sessions on innovation, tech, trends & collaboration. Formats: 20–40 min talks or panels. Submit by Sept 12; notifications by Oct 10. Topics: production, trade, tech, research, policy & more.
Texas Potato Field Day 2025
July 11, 2025
Texas Potato Field Day slated for July 16 in Springlake
Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program, Barrett Potato Farms and Springlake Potatoes Inc. will host the annual Texas Potato Field Day on July 16 in Springlake.
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February 19, 2025
KFC corporate offices are leaving Louisville, 100 jobs impacted
Yum! Brands has announced it is moving 100 KFC jobs out of Louisville.
PepsiCo completes acquisition of Siete Foods
January 17, 2025
PepsiCo completes acquisition of Siete Foods
PepsiCo, Inc. has announced that it has closed the acquisition of Garza Food Ventures LLC, dba Siete Foods, for USD 1.2 billion. Over the past two decades, PepsiCo has transformed its portfolio to include great-tasting convenient foods and drinks that are nutritious, enjoyable, and fit consumers' lifestyles.
The dark stripes on infected potatoes mark zebra chip disease. It has led to significant economic losses for producers due to reduced crop quality and marketability.
December 15, 2024
AgriLife Research leads collaboration to address zebra chip disease
Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists are working on a new research project to fight plant diseases transmitted by psyllid insects — particularly the zebra chip disease, which has impacted potato production for decades.
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