Potato News

A research team, including Michigan State University Assistant Professor Olivia Smith, gained international recognition in 2024 for a study showing that agricultural diversification benefits both growers and the environment worldwide.

Europatat Congress 2025 in Lille brought together Europe’s potato leaders to tackle challenges like climate change, shifting consumption, and global trade. With optimism, speakers stressed innovation, sustainability, and adapting to consumer demands.

With Egypt's 2025 potato harvest complete, exporters turn to cold storage to sustain shipments through year-end. Strict post-harvest practices ensure quality for key markets like Russia, the UK, and Asia, maintaining freshness during long transit.

Groupe Florimond Desprez (GFD) acquired DLF’s 49% stake in Danespo A/S, becoming majority owner. The move strengthens GFD’s seed potato business, aligning Danespo and Germicopa under shared leadership and future investments.

Intralox LugDrive Series 8240 is a hygienic, solid thermoplastic belt built for small transfers. Able to wrap around transfer rollers as small as 1 in (25 mm) in diameter

Aviko is expanding its Gansu, China plant, boosting flake capacity by 70% to meet global demand, especially in Asia. The move supports sustainable growth, aligns with Cosun’s strategy, and strengthens Aviko’s global position in potato processing.

HZPC consolida su presencia en América Latina con nueva identidad regional en redes sociales.

The International Potato Center (CIP) will establish its South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC) in Singna, Agra. The Union Cabinet, led by PM Modi, approved the move based on a proposal from the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

If you think making potato snacks is simply a case of slicing spuds and tossing them into hot oil, think again! Behind every perfectly crisp packet of crisps or golden chip lies a world of challenges, clever fixes, and constant innovation.

The International Potato Center (CIP) has announced that Dr. Hugo Campos, Deputy Director General for Science and Innovation of CIP, has been selected as a 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP) by the World Food Prize Foundation.

De la mano de instituciones gubernamentales el país logra importantes avances en la certificación de su proceso de producción de semilla. Se espera que miles de familias puedan abastecerse pronto del nuevo material genético.

A la ya delicada situación del departamento de Nariño debido a los costos, el contrabando y la sobre oferta se le suman ahora problemas fitosanitarios capaces de generar grandes perdidas.

La federación de productores de México se ha organizado para lanzar una campaña que defienda los intereses comunes del grupo: el consumo de papa producida en el país.

Una de las historias de éxito más notables en el mundo de la patata donde la visión, el trabajo y la integración vertical convirtieron a una empresa agrícola en un titan de la agroindustria.

The DKHV launched its 'Potato Specialist' training in Lüneburg Heath. Over 3 days, 46 participants explored potato botany, cultivation, plant protection, and quality standards through expert lectures and hands-on sessions. Next module is in autumn.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) ('Lamb Weston') has announced that it has entered into a cooperation agreement (the 'Agreement') with JANA Partners Management, L.P. ('JANA') and Continental Grain Company ('Continental Grain').

In the second half of 2024 alone, multiple high-profile contaminant outbreaks shook the food industry—and challenged consumers’ trust in it.

Open Farm Sunday 2025 saw a 20% rise in host farms, welcoming 200,000 visitors. The event strengthened public connections to farming, highlighted sustainability, and inspired youth interest in agriculture. Next year’s event is on 7th June 2026.