Potato News from Virginia

September 27, 2016

Five Guys 'Burgers and Fries' Restaurant Chain Accelerates International Expansion

Five Guys today announced that it is accelerating international franchise expansion with plans to nearly quadruple its global footprint from eight countries to 28 over the next five years.

July 19, 2016

Maureen Storey leaves Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE)

After five years as the president and CEO of the Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE), Maureen Storey, Ph.D., is no longer leading the organization.

April 01, 2016

The Snack Food Association rebranded: it's now SNAC International

The Snack Food Association (SFA) is excited to announce a new name and identity as SNAC International to reflect the changing marketplace.

MGP Retail Consulting LLC, Lidl's real estate affiliate, acquired a condominium interest in National Gateway I at 3500 S. Clark St. for 56.6 milion

April 11, 2015

Discount Grocer Lidl to establish corporate offices in Arlington

The real estate arm of Germany-based discount grocer Lidl plans to establish a major corporate presence in Arlington that will give it a foothold in the Washington D.C. region as it rolls out a significant expansion in the United States.

April 06, 2015

Snack Food Association is looking beyond core membership as part of rebranding

In response to changing consumer trends and a constantly evolving market, the Snack Food Association (SFA) plans to go beyond the snack aisle and reach out beyond its core membership base to attract new members who serve the broader snacking occasion.

October 23, 2014

APRE creates President's Circle to strengthen Potato Industry Collaboration on Science Agenda

Maureen Storey, PhD, president and CEO of the Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE) today announced the formation of the APRE President’s Circle, a new membership category designed to strengthen industry value chain collaboration

March 27, 2014

Route 11 Potato Chips finds success as a cult favorite

Being a small fry can have its advantages. Take the Route 11 brand of sweet potato chips.

Markel Ventures Announces Acquisition of Reading Bakery Systems

September 05, 2012

Markel Ventures acquires Reading Bakery Systems

Markel Ventures, Inc. announced the acquisition of a majority interest in Reading Bakery Systems and affiliated entities ("Reading").

April 23, 2012

Only 3% of calories in US diet come from potatoes and french fries

Calorie intake from white potatoes is surprisingly modest for adults and school-aged children, according to a new study released today at the Experimental Biology 2012 Annual Meeting.

April 23, 2012

BluePrint Automation’s Vertical Packer / Frozen Food (VP/F III) now available with integrated case erector

BluePrint Automation’s Vertical Packer / Frozen Food (VP/F III) is now offered with an integrated case erector (ICE) making this system the most compact case packer/erector in the industry! Designed and built for a quick and simple installation, the n...

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