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Two Dutch companies will represent The Netherlands in the European Final in Bratislava: "Agrico", represented in this picture by Jacob Mijnheer, Agrico (center) and Michel the Bruin of Eunite (right). The second Dutch competitor is "De Rotterdamse Zaak" (
May 19, 2016
Potato Company Agrico winner in Dutch final of European Enterprise Promotion Awards (EEPA)
After winning the 2016 Ambassador Prize, potato cooperative Agrico from Emmeloord also won the Dutch final of the European Enterprise Promotion Award (EEPA).
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Researchers find a statistical relation between potato consumption and blood pressure. Note to researchers: a statistical association is not a causal relation.
May 19, 2016
Potatoes Blamed for High Blood Pressure - Really!
There is good research, not so good research, bad research and occasionally there is research that significantly raises my blood pressure. A recent study on the link between potatoes and high blood pressure falls in the latter category.
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The sold-out Tehran International Fairgrounds opens its gates for the 23rd iran agrofood on 30 May to 02 June 2016.
May 19, 2016
Iran Agrofood 2016 grows to 1,421 exhibitors from 48 countries
The sold-out Tehran International Fairgrounds opens its gates for the 23rd iran agrofood on 30 May to 02 June 2016.
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Bakers Yeast (3D rendered illustration)
May 19, 2016
Acrylamide-Reducing Yeast achieves GRAS-status
Renaissance BioScience Corp. has announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has “no questions” in regards to Renaissance’s Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) notice for its non-GMO, acrylamide-reducing (AR) baker’s yeast strain (GRAS Notice No. GRN 000604).
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A container ship in the Port of Seattle
May 19, 2016
Potato Products and TPP: International Trade Commission’s report highlights benefits
The recently released U.S. International Trade Commission’s report on the potential economic impact of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) provides many examples of the benefits this free trade agreement would provide.
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Comer mucha papa causaría hipertensión
May 18, 2016
Comer mucha papa causaría hipertensión
Investigadores del Hospital Brigham de Mujeres (BWH, por sus siglas en inglés) y la Escuela T. H. Chan de Salud Pública de la Universidad de Harvard, en Estados Unidos, han analizado qué ocurre cuando se supera el consumo moderado y han descubierto que una ingesta elevada de patatas y patatas fritas puede estar asociada con un mayor riesgo de presión arterial alta (hipertensión) de adultos. Su trabajo se detalla en un artículo publicado este martes en 'British Medical Journal'.

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Sign promoting certified USDA Organic Fruits and Vegetables in a Walmart Produce department
May 17, 2016
Wal-Mart to phase out Organic Food brand Wild Oats
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is phasing out its Wild Oats organic food brand, according to people familiar with the matter, dropping a line of products introduced two years ago to bring inexpensive organics to the masses.
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A Potato Farmer in Musanze, Rwanda, taking care of his crop (Courtesy: Umuhinzi)
May 17, 2016
Rwanda demand for quality seed potatoes exceeds supply
Farmers of Irish potatoes in Rwanda are decrying not only the shortage of quality seeds but also the mounting prices.
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Aysén, única región libre de plagas cuarentenarias de la papa en Chile
May 16, 2016
Aysén, única región libre de plagas cuarentenarias de la papa en Chile
Con el objetivo de proteger el patrimonio fitosanitario de la Región de Aysén, el SAG a través del Programa Nacional de Sanidad de la Papa, busca evitar el ingreso de plagas cuarentenarias, no presentes en la región, entendiendo que estas se encuentran distribuidas entre el norte y el centro del país, hasta la región del Biobío excepto la provincia de Arauco al sur, zona que se denomina Área Libre de plagas cuarentenarias de la papa.
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Capacitaron a científicos peruanos en derechos del obtentor y sistemas de protección de variedades vegetales
May 16, 2016
Capacitaron a científicos peruanos en derechos del obtentor y sistemas de protección de variedades vegetales
Más de 50 científicos de plantas del sector público y privado se reunieron en la sede del Centro Internacional de la Papa (CIP), en Lima, Perú, para aprender más sobre los Derechos del Obtentor y el sistema de protección de variedades vegetales establecido por el Convenio de la Unión Internacional para la Protección de las Obtenciones Vegetales (UPOV por su sigla en francés).
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The Kettle Bites range consists of four tasty seasonings, across two different product bases – Lentil Curls and Wholegrain Waves
May 16, 2016
Kettle Foods Ltd supports Kettle Bites with GBP 1.5 million campaign.
In the United Kingdom, Kettle Foods Ltd is supporting the KETTLE® Bites range throughout May and June, with the aim of educating target consumers that the new products offer great taste, but also a lighter eat for everyday snacking
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The value of HZPC again increased with the 10 percent maximum. Since May 2010, the value of certificate increased twelve times with this maximum 10 percent – and one time with more than 9 percent.
May 15, 2016
Potato Breeder and Seed Potato Trader HZPC now worth over € 100 million
At the HZPC stock trading day May 2016, the value of certificate of share of HZPC Holland B.V., world leader in potato breeding and seed potato trade, has been set at € 136.90.
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Argentina y Brasil son mercados que actualmente demandan papa chilena. Por tal motivo, el SAG se encuentra en pleno proceso de inspección para la certificación de 100 toneladas del producto.
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May 12, 2016
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May 12, 2016
Bayer said to consider bid for Monsanto
Bayer AG is exploring a potential bid for U.S. competitor Monsanto Co. in a deal that would create the world’s largest supplier of seeds and farm chemicals, according to people familiar with the matter.
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McCain Foods (GB) potato processing plant in Whittlesey.
May 12, 2016
Fine for safety failings at McCain Foods (GB) exceeds 1 million USD
McCain Foods (GB) in Whittlesey, near Peterborough, has been fined £800,000 (1.15 million USD) for safety failings after an employee nearly lost his arm.
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May 11, 2016
Equipment Manufacturer Kiremko installs Potato Processing Line in Belgium
Dutch Potato Processing Equipment manufacturer Kiremko installs an innovative production line in Belgium with a capacity of 16-20 ton/hr of French fries
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