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June 18, 2019
French fries Inc.: The potato cannot be burned from the news.
The potato cannot be burned from the news. This week it turned out that Belgian growers are settling in northern France because the Belgian area is almost exhausted.
June 17, 2019
Complete Snack Solutions on display at Snackex 2019 with Heat and Control and Ishida
The Heat and Control and Ishida (HCI) Alliance is delivering on the promise of a ‘one-stop-shop’ for integrated processing and packaging snack solutions, with an expert team and a selection of the latest innovative equipment design on display at Snackex,
June 14, 2019
Europatat Congress 2019 A unique and successful event for the sector!
On 13 June, the European potato community has gathered in Oslo, Norway, for the Europatat Congress 2019. Under the slogan “The timeless potato: A dynamic and innovative food”.
June 14, 2019
Freshfel Europe 2019 Activity Report published
Freshfel Europe’s 2019 Activity Report has been published and is now available for download on the Freshfel Europe website.
June 14, 2019
Freshfel Europe analyses promotion & trade opportunities for fresh produce at Annual Event in London
On 5 June 2019 leading fresh produce stakeholders from across Europe gathered at Freshfel Europe’s 2019 Annual Event to analyse the driving forces for opportunities in the current unpredictable business environment for the fresh produce sector.
June 12, 2019
1700 Familias peruanas se benefician con proyecto promovido por Naciones Unidas y el Centro Internacional de la Papa
Durante el evento de presentación de los resultados el Centro Internacional de la Papa recibió el Premio a la mejor donación de FIDA en la categoría 'Gestión del conocimiento'.
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June 12, 2019
Transfieren más de S/ 2 millones para mejorar cadena productiva de la papa
El Instituto Tecnológico de la Producción (ITP) red CITE del Ministerio de la Producción (Produce), transferirá más de dos millones de soles al CITEpapa para mejorar la competitividad de la cadena productiva del tubérculo y otros cultivos andinos.
June 12, 2019
España: La polilla guatemalteca hace estragos en el cultivo de papa en Tenerife, donde hay fincas con pérdidas de hasta el 50%
Los agricultores de papas de la isla de Tenerife están barajando la posibilidad de solicitar una ayuda extraordinaria para compensar las pérdidas económicas a las que tendrán que hacer frente por la alta incidencia de polilla guatemalteca.
June 11, 2019
Potato acreage in North-western Europe increased
Based upon a provisional estimation of the NEPG (North-Western European Potato Growers) the area in the 5 largest potato countries increased to 609.000 ha of consumption potatoes, a 2.4% increase.
June 11, 2019
NewCold Opens $90M High-Tech Cold-Storage Facility in Burley, Idaho
NewCold, a specialist in automated cold storage, announced the opening of its $90 million, 180,000-square-foot facility in Burley, Idaho. French fry maker McCain Foods is NewCold’s largest Idaho customer.
June 11, 2019
The FAO Food Price Index continues its rise in May
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) continued to rise for the fifth consecutive month, averaging 172.4 points in May 2019, up 1.2 percent (2.1 points) from April but still 1.9 percent below its level in the corresponding month last year.
June 11, 2019
Cornell University improves global access to potato breeding material
Plant breeders and geneticists of Cornell University have released more than 50 potato varieties since 1908. Now they are expanding their efforts to make more wild potato seeds available to potato breeders around the world. Sponsored Content
June 11, 2019
Idaho potato farmers heading to Taiwan on trade mission
A team of fresh Idaho potato shippers will soon head to Taiwan to develop new business relationships in the Southeast Asian market.
June 11, 2019
Heat and Control: Acrylamide in food
Ever since Swedish scientists discovered acrylamide in food in the early 2000s, there has been growing concerns over the potential negative impact it could have on people’s health.
June 11, 2019
ProPak China 2019 shines spotlights on food processing and packaging
ProPak China 2019 provides you with unparalleled sourcing opportunities around the globe.
June 10, 2019
How to reduce seasoning loss during snack food production
The seasoning coverage on a snack food product is an important aspect of the quality a consumer sees, and determines the overall flavour and taste a person experiences.
June 05, 2019
Alemania contribuye a salvaguardar la biodiversidad de las papas peruanas
Perú celebró ayer el Día Nacional de la papa, que también fue la protagonista del Día Internacional de la Biodiversidad este año. Para conservar sus variedades cuenta con el apoyo de Alemania, entre otros países.
June 05, 2019
Los guardianes de las papas nativas
En su Día Nacional, presentamos el trabajo del Centro Internacional de la Papa en la comunidad de San José de Aymara, en Huancavelica, para preservar su diversidad.