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July 07, 2009
Richland, Conagra strike deal for Lamb Weston headquarters.
Richland and ConAgra Foods have signed a $1.4 million agreement for the city to sell land at Columbia Point to the company to build an administrative campus. ConAgra is buying 8.61 acres to the north and east of Bradley Boulevard near the intersectio...From the archive
July 07, 2009
Een echte iPhone zit verpakt in aardappelzetmeel
In Barneveld staat het enige bedrijf ter wereld dat uit aardappelzetmeel verpakkingen maakt. 100 procent biologisch afbreekbaar en niet na te maken.‘Kijk, dit is onze nieuwste innovatie.’ Trots toont Mark Geerts (53) een dichtklapbare verpakking voor r...From the archive
July 07, 2009
Food Prices in United states keep sliding lower
The American Farm Bureau Federation keeps tabs on a market basket of food items to have a better understanding of the food prices consumers pay at the local grocery store. And in the latest report from the organization, those prices are down slightly f...From the archive
July 07, 2009
Branningans' iconic brown paper bag returns
To tap into the growing consumer trend for nostalgic brands, United Biscuits UK , a leading UK manufacturer of snacks, biscuits and cakes, has redesigned its Brannigans range to generate extra sales. Available now, the new design draws inspiration from...From the archive
July 06, 2009
Continued support of Russian Potato farmers part of Pepsico's 1 billion investment in Russia
PepsiCo, one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, announced today that it plans to invest US$1 billion in Russia over three years, together with its partner The Pepsi Bottling Group (PBG). The investment will bring the cumulative inves...From the archive
July 03, 2009
Uitbreidingsplannen voor Cela Vita in Wezep
Aardappelverwerker Celavita uit Wezep, met dagelijks zo'n 400 man personeel over de vloer, heeft de gemeente Oldebroek verzocht mee te werken aan uitbreiding van het bedrijf.Daartoe wil de onderneming een aangrenzend perceel grond verwerven om de produ...From the archive
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July 03, 2009
Tomato, Potato Blight Hits Eastern US;Experts Say it's Spurred by Rain, Big-Box Distribution
Tomato plants have been removed from stores in half a dozen states as a destructive and infectious plant disease makes its earliest and most widespread appearance ever in the eastern United States. Late blight — the same disease that caused the Irish...From the archive
July 03, 2009
NFU Inputs Price Monitor reveals how much UK farmers pay
Over 200 farmers from around the country have so far taken part in the Farmers Weekly/NFU Inputs Price Monitor, giving an accurate picture of how much they are paying for a wide range of farm inputs.The Inputs Price Monitoring was launched at last mont...From the archive
July 03, 2009
New obesity data from the US: obesity continues to increase
Prevalence of obesity among adults aged 20 years and over: United States, 1997–2008 The CDC has recently released these and other data on the Obesity in the United states, up to 2008. Follow the link for details of the data and additional informat...From the archive
July 02, 2009
Heat and Control and CEIA extend partnership to Benelux
Food processing and product handling equipment systems manufacturer, Heat and Control BV and metal detection specialist CEIA -S.P.A. have partnered to provide inspection solutions in the Benelux region. Michiel Metselaar, operating from Heat and Cont...From the archive
July 02, 2009
New Zealand Chip (French Fries) Shop Competition Is On Again
The search for New Zealand’s top chip shop kicks off this month, with registrations opening for shops wanting to take part in the ‘That’s Life! Best Chip Shop Competition 2009’. This year, competing shops can gain extra points in the Competition if at ...From the archive
July 02, 2009
Wet spring in Idaho raises risk of late blight
An unusually wet spring has raised the threat of late blight in Idaho's potato crop, according to experts.The disease had not been reported as of Tuesday, June 30, but there is an increased chance that it could before the growing season is over.Cool, w...From the archive
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July 01, 2009
Aerial Pesticide Applicators have to save Maine's Potato Crop from late blight
The rainy weather has put Maine's potato crop in jeopardy. The conditions are perfect for the spread of late blight (Phytophthora Infestans). Potato farmers need to spray their crop to kill off the disease, but haven't been able to get into the fiel...From the archive
July 01, 2009
De Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie splitst de notering voor fritesaardappelen
De beursprijzencommissie Rotterdam van de Nederlandse Aardappelorganisatie (NAO) splitst de aardappelnotering voor de verwerkende industrie op.Er komt een notering voor de regio Hamburg, Frankfurt, Parijs en Lehavre (Hafpal) en een prijs voor aardappel...From the archive
July 01, 2009
Aviko Potato poolprijs (oogst 2008) met voorverkoop 109 euro per ton
Als gevolg van extra deelname door aardappeltelers én de gunstige oogstresultaten, groeide de aardappelpool van Aviko Potato afgelopen seizoen 30% in omvang. De gemiddelde opbrengst bedroeg 55 ton netto aardappelen per hectare. De markt was het hele ja...From the archive
June 30, 2009
Sandra Ziles new director of Potato Council
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) announces the appointment of Sandra Ziles as the new Director of the Potato Council. Sandra is passionate about food and farming and has a strong track record in developing and promoting Brit...From the archive
June 30, 2009
Consumers Are Confused, Skeptical About Green Products
New results released today from a national survey, one of four annual surveys conducted by the Shelton Group, show most Americans are trying to buy more green products, but many don’t have enough knowledge to make meaningful choices. When asked, "...From the archive
June 30, 2009
ConAgra Foods Studies: Modest reductions in calorie and sodium intake can significantly benefit health
ConAgra Foods announced today the results of two new studies showing modest reductions in calorie and sodium intake can significantly benefit health, leading to improved productivity and a reduction in U.S. medical expenditures. The analysis of governm...From the archive