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Fresh potatoes
August 03, 2023
Revolutionizing the Potato Industry: Unleashing the Power of Biotechnology
The potato, a humble yet indispensable vegetable, holds a special place in the hearts of millions worldwide. As one of the most widely consumed staple crops, it plays a vital role in global food security
early potato
August 02, 2023
Uzbekistan exported a record amount of potatoes to Kazakhstan
The export of early potatoes is not such a significant position in Uzbekistan’s fresh fruits and vegetables segment. However, the volume of deliveries of Uzbek potatoes to Kazakhstan in May-July this year reached a record high for at least the last two decades.
GRIMME publishes new marketplace
August 02, 2023
GRIMME launches new marketplace for its agricultural machinery
The family-owned company GRIMME from Damme (Germany) presents a completely redesigned digital marketplace for used, new and rental machines.
Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill is experimenting with using a sandblaster to help manage weeds.
August 02, 2023
Researchers looking into using sandblasters to kill weeds in potato fields
Scientists are running experiments at a Harrington, P.E.I., field to see if they can better manage weeds by using a sandblaster filled with crushed walnuts, corncobs and baking soda.
Growers are planning to set up a co-op to represent the Scottish seed potato industry
August 01, 2023
Idaho evaluating alternate method of dormancy testing for Seed Potatoes
University of Idaho doctoral student Lisa Tran’s dissertation has the potential to transform how Idaho’s seed potato certification authority does business.
Jeff Clemmons shows a bag of Golden Flake potato chips from the last day of production in Birmingham. The chips are now made at the Utz factories in Hanover, Pa.
August 01, 2023
Utz Snacks closes Golden Flake potato chip factory in Birmington, Alabama; Production moved to Pennsylvania
The Golden Flake factory in Birmingham has made its final potato chip, ending a historic run as one of Alabama’s favorite snack foods made in the state. So, who ate, or is about to eat, the last Golden Flake potato chip made in Birmingham?
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Cheesey Poutine French Fries with Gravy and Cheese Curds
August 01, 2023
Where to Eat Canada's Most Iconic French Fries-Based Dish Poutine? A New Study Lists Top 10 Restaurants
Schwart's, Modavie, Aux Anciens Canadiens top the list of Canada's most popular restaurants serving Poutine. The study is based on customer reviews of these restaurants on TripAdvisor.
Scott Automation Pal 4.0 Palletiser
August 01, 2023
The innovation story of Scott Automation PAL 4.0
Scott decided to take the plunge and combine the best of the new components and systems now available with a new Palletiser that met the needs of Industry 4.0 and also incorporated the 'wish lists' of their current and future customers production and maintenance departments.
PPM Fully automated system
July 28, 2023
Processing Equipment Merger: Duravant Acquires PPM Technologies
Duravant LLC , a global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging, and material handling sectors, has announced that it has acquired PPM Technologies from Stonehenge Partners.
PepsiCo and Walmart Aim to Support Regenerative Agriculture Across More than 2 Million Acres of Farmland
July 27, 2023
PepsiCo and Walmart to Support Regenerative Agriculture
PepsiCo and Walmart today announced a 7-year collaboration to pursue USD 120 million worth of investments focused on supporting U.S. and Canadian farmers in their pursuit to improve soil health and water quality.
PepsiCo Switches to HVO for all Walkers Crisps Potato Deliveries – Potato Business
July 27, 2023
Potato deliveries to Walkers Leicester Chips factory entirely powered by used cooking oil
In the United Kingdom, PepsiCo has scaled the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) – used cooking oil - across their supply chain in a move set to save 2,650 tonnes in GHG emissions annually.
Lamb Weston Potato Products
July 26, 2023
Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results; Provides Fiscal Year 2024 Outlook
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced its fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2023 results and provided its outlook for fiscal 2024.
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