Potato News

Cómo es el proceso de producción de papas fritas en Argentina
October 30, 2018
Cómo es el proceso de producción de papas fritas en Argentina
Planeamiento, siembra, cosecha, almacenamiento, fritura y empaquetado son algunos de los pasos clave para lograr este producto amado en el mundo entero.
Christine Daugherty, Global Vice-President, Sustainable Agriculture, PepsiCo, speaking in New Delhi, India
October 30, 2018
Pepsico to invest $5 million by 2020 to expand its sustainable farming programme in India
Snacks and beverages manufacturer PepsiCo plans to invest $5 million by 2020 to expand its sustainable farming programme in India.
Brett Francis, left, and David Francis assess one of their harvested potato fields, which is covered in mud and puddles from the heavy rain that fell overnight Saturday and into Sunday. The owners and operators of David and Brett Francis Family Farm have
October 30, 2018
Potato Harvest Prince Edward Island may last till mid November
A cold spring, dry summer and wet fall are the recipe for a late end to the potato harvest on Prince Edward Island. It may take until mid November before all farmers are finished.
McDonald's Japan Carbonara fries
October 30, 2018
McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
McDonald’s Japan added 'carbonara' fries to their menu that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
From left to right: Rod Knight (Thomas Foods International Fresh Produce), John Mitolo, Alex Mitolo (The Mitolo Group), Robbie Davis (Potatoes South Australia), Paul White (Zerella Fresh) and Chris McDermott (Little Heroes Foundation)
October 30, 2018
Annual baby potato auction South Australia brings in a record AUD 39.000
The annual auction of new season baby potatoes in South Australia, brought in a record AU$39.000. Proceeds of the auction are donated to the Little Heroes Foundation, a charity supporting children living with cancer and serious illness.
Driven by consumer feedback, The Little Potato Company's Microwave Ready and Oven|Grill Ready Kits have gotten a fresh look, more functional packaging and two delicious new flavors: Tomato Basil and Roasted Red Pepper & Onion.
October 30, 2018
The Little Potato Company updates packaging, look and flavours of its Microwave Ready and Oven|Grill Ready Kits
Driven by consumer feedback, The Little Potato Company's Microwave Ready and Oven|Grill Ready Kits have gotten a fresh look, more functional packaging and two delicious new flavors: Tomato Basil and Roasted Red Pepper & Onion.
Sponsored Content
Sponsored Content
Sponsored Content
Hippie Snacks has added four new savoury snacks to its lineup: Cauliflower Crisps - in Original and Classic Ranch flavors - and Avocado Crisps - in the flavours Guacamole and Sea Salt.
October 30, 2018
Hippie Snacks Launches Cauliflower Crisps and Avocado Crisps in different flavours
Hippie Snacks, a Canadian company specializing in premium plant-based foods, has added two new products to its lineup: Cauliflower Crisps (in Original and Classic Ranch flavors) and Avocado Crisps (in the flavours Guacamole and Sea Salt).
US chipping potato varieties in use in the Philippines
October 30, 2018
Philippines lowers tax rate on potato import for chip manufacturers
A new order issued in the Philip[pines allows for the import of more potatoes at a low rate (3%), exclusively for use for the production of potato chips
Farmland in the Lahaul and Spiti valley (Courtesy: Jai Kumar / Tribune India)
October 29, 2018
Indian government limits movement of seed potatoes to contain Potato Cyst Nematodes
In an effort to limit the spread of the Potato Cyst Nematode, the government of India has prohibited the movement of seed potatoes from Himachal, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand and Jammu Kashmir to other states
Roots affected by Potato cyst Nematodes (Courtesy: Jonathan D. Eisenback, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
October 29, 2018
Potato Cyst Nematode (PCN) infested area in Idaho expanded by 87 acres
Effective October 10, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) added an 87-acre field to the pale cyst nematode (PCN) infested area in Bingham County, Idaho.
Industrial freezer manufacturer FPS Food Process Solutions has set up a new Parts & Service Center in Cartersville, Georgia - just one hour away from Atlanta.
October 29, 2018
Industrial Freezer manufacturer FPS Food Process Solutions opens US office
In order to better support its customers in the United States, industrial freezer manufacturer FPS Food Process Solutions has set up a new Parts & Service Center in Cartersville, Georgia - just one hour away from Atlanta.
Based in Brigg, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, Pipers Crisps was established in 2004 by three farmers who joined forces to produce great tasting, quality chips using local potatoes
October 29, 2018
Pipers Crisps doubles packaging speeds and reduces waste with installation tna robag FX 3ci VFFS
UK gourmet chips manufacturer, Pipers Crisps Ltd, has doubled its packaging capacity and reduced waste thanks to the installation of high speed packaging solutions from tna.
Sponsored Content

You May Also Like

Plan emergente frente a nueva plaga de la papa en Ecuador
October 26, 2018
Plan emergente frente a nueva plaga de la papa en Ecuador
La punta morada se transmite a la plantas por medio de un insecto. Es una enfermedad de difícil control y detección y causa pérdidas significativas de rendimiento y calidad a nivel mundial.
Afghan farmers work at a potato farm in Bamyan province, central Afghanistan, Oct. 23, 2018. The picturesque Bamiyan province with it
October 25, 2018
Afghan Bamiyan people turn to potato-growing to make a living
The picturesque Bamiyan province with its beautiful landscape has been a popular tourist destination in the conflict-ridden Afghanistan over the past decades, and growing potatoes in recent years has added to Bamiyan's natural charm.
Bolivia lanza 3 variedades de papa para combatir la desnutrición
October 24, 2018
Bolivia lanza 3 variedades de papa para combatir la desnutrición
Son el producto de un trabajo conjunto de Visión Mundial, Orposacha y el INIAF. Por su alto contenido de hierro y zinc contribuirán a reducir la desnutrición crónica,
On Wednesday October 17th, a new french fry production line was inaugurated at the Leuze-en-Hainaut site of McCain Foods subsidiary Lutosa SA. According to McCain Foods, this Lutosa plant is now world’s largest fully integrated potato processing plant.
October 23, 2018
McCain Foods subsidiary Lutosa inaugurates world’s largest fully integrated potato processing plant
On Wednesday October 17th, a new french fry production line was inaugurated at the Leuze-en-Hainaut site of McCain Foods subsidiary Lutosa SA. According to McCain Foods, this Lutosa plant is now world’s largest fully integrated potato processing plant.
KP Snacks is building a 6 million GBP (USD 7.9 million) pellet production facility at its Billingham factory, which also produces Hula Hoops Puft and McCoy's
October 23, 2018
KP Snacks is building a new snack pellet production line at its Billingham (UK) plant
KP Snacks is building a 6 million GBP (USD 7.9 million) pellet production facility at its Billingham factory, which also produces Hula Hoops Puft and McCoy's
ExistingTOMRA steam peeling solution at Cavendish Farms, New Annan on Prince Edward Island
October 23, 2018
Cavendish Farms selects TOMRA's Eco Steam Peeler for its potato processing plant in Alberta
Cavendish Farms, one of the larger potato processors producing frozen french fries in North America, is equipping its new, state-of-the-art production facility in Lethbridge, Alberta with TOMRA’s Eco steam peelers.

Filters

Refine By Topics
Refine By Regions
Refine By Year
Language preferences