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September 30, 2013
Report: The value chain for seed and ware potatoes in Kenya
Potato in Kenya is an important food crop, second to maize. In 2011 the Dutch and Kenyan government agreed to support an initiative to support seed potato development in Kenya in order to increase yields and enhance food security.From the archive
September 30, 2013
U.S. access proposed for Mexican potatoes
As part of bilateral effort to ease trade barriers, Mexican potatoes will gain access to the US market under a new US Department of Agriculture proposal.From the archive
September 30, 2013
Produce Investments (Greenvale AP) reports 26.6% profit increase
Potato farming and supply firm Produce Investments Plc (Greenvale AP) has reported a 26.6 per cent rise in annual pre-tax profits to £7.6 million.From the archive
September 30, 2013
With Tastes Growing Healthier, McDonald’s Aims to Adapt Its Menu
Under pressure to provide healthier meals, McDonald’s announced on Thursday that it would no longer market some of its less nutritional options to children.From the archive
September 29, 2013
Guía fotográfica de las principales plagas del cultivo de papa en Ecuador
Destinada a facilitadores y técnicos de campo para ser usada en prácticas con agricultores y estudiantes. Provee descripciones cortas y fotografías de las principales plagas que afectan al cultivo de papa.From the archive
September 27, 2013
La zona de producción de papa de la provincia argentina de San Juan es ahora “área protegida”
La zona de producción de semilla de papa fiscalizada en los departamentos de Calingasta e Iglesia fue declarada área protegida y de interés provincial por parte del Ministerio de Producción y Desarrollo Económico de San Juan.From the archive
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September 26, 2013
A la venta las primeras Papas Antiguas de Canarias con Denominación de Origen
La Consejería de Agricultura, Ganadería, Pesca y Aguas del Gobierno de Canarias en colaboración con el subsector de la papa, presentó hoy en Tenerife las producciones que se comercializarán bajo dicho sello de calidad europeo.From the archive
September 25, 2013
Crystal Filtration awarded US distribution rights CDR fat analyzer
Crystal Filtration has been awarded distribution rights to the full line of CDR FoodLab diagnostic equipment in the United States.From the archive
September 25, 2013
Burger King Canada introduces new 40% less fat, 100% delicious crinkle-cut GRATIFRIES
Burger King Canada today announced the launch of new GRATIFRIES™, great tasting crinkle-cut fries with 40% less fat1 than the competition. BURGER KING® is the first quick service restaurant in Canada to offer a reduced fat French fry with only 6 grams ...From the archive
September 24, 2013
BURGER KING® Introduces new SATISFRIES, great tasting crinkle-cut, reduced fat, reduced calorie French Fries
Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: BKW) is proud to introduce new SATISFRIES, great tasting crinkle-cut French fries with 40% less fat(1) and 30% fewer calories (2) than the leading French fries.From the archive
September 23, 2013
High temperatures shrink potato sizes in Washington
Washington's hot summer has shrunk the size of potatoes, which could make long fries and large baked potatoes less plentiful this season.From the archive
September 21, 2013
El arte de freir papas
La freiduría TAS (León, España) acaba de celebrar sus bodas de oro y mantiene la esencia artesanal y familiar con la que abrió sus puertas en el año 1963. Leonnoticias.com acaba de publicar un reportaje en conmemoración de esos 50 años de trabajo.From the archive
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September 19, 2013
Conozca cómo el cambio climático afecta los cultivos de papa en los Andes Bolivianos
Video con la presentación y el audio de la charla de Bruno Condori (Centro Internacional de la Papa, CIP) en el webinar realizado recientemente sobre vulnerabilidad de las ciudades andinas al cambio climático.From the archive
September 18, 2013
Cornish Crisps flying high
The Cornish Crisp has been chosen by Qantas Airways to be the crisp for business passengers on flights from London to Dubai from 1 September.From the archive
September 18, 2013
Rick Urschel appointed president and CEO of Urschel Laboratories
Urschel Laboratories, Inc. - manufacturer of industrial food cutting equipment - proudly announces the appointment of Rick Urschel by the board of directors from vice president of operations to president/CEO effective September 13, 2013.From the archive
September 18, 2013
Key Technology Introduces Taurys™, the Next-Generation Digital Laser Sorter
Key Technology introduces the next-generation digital laser sorter, Taurys™. Featuring the latest advances from the leaders in digital sorting, Taurys achieves faster and more precise sort decisions to set new performance standards.From the archive
September 18, 2013
Bosch launches entry-level vertical packaging solution for enhanced reliability and efficiency
At PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013, Bosch Packaging Technology, a leading supplier of complete solutions in processing and packaging technology, is launching the SVI 2600 for the North American market.From the archive
September 18, 2013
End Potato Prejudice: 10 Reasons Why You Should Eat Potatoes
It's easy to forget the health benefits of the potato. The humble tuber has acquired a bad rap over the past decade, and it's high time for a tater comeback.From the archive