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The province and chain partners jointly reward Drenthe arable farmers for sustainable performance
February 07, 2024

Dutch province Drenthe and potato chain partners push sustainability by rewarding farmers

De provincie Drenthe start sa men met de ketenpartners een pilot voor akkerbouwers rondom belonen voor duurzaamheid. In de pilot worden de Kritische Prestatie Indicatoren (KPI’s) uit de Biodiversiteitsmonitor Akkerbouw in de praktijk getest.
Netherlands
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Las malas condiciones climatológicas has provocado que más de 11.000 hectáreas de patata se hayan quedado sin sacar.
February 07, 2024

Europa: condiciones adversas en el norte afectan disponibilidad de semilla en el sur

Cerrada la campaña 2023, los datos indican que la producción en el norte de Europa crece a pesar de las grandes perdidas por situaciones climáticas y sanitarias. Holanda es el país más damnificado.
Spain
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FAO Food Price fell further in January mainly on lower wheat and maize prices
February 07, 2024

FAO Food Price fell further in January mainly on lower wheat and maize prices

The FAO Food Price Index*(FFPI) stood at 118.0 points in January 2024, down 1.2 points (1.0 percent) from its revised December level, as decreases in the price indices for cereals and meat more than offset an increase in the sugar price index, while those for dairy and vegetable oils only registered slight adjustments.
Italy
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Fruit Logistica: Sorma Group launches a new box filling robot
February 07, 2024

Fruit Logistica: Sorma Group launches a new box filling robot

Fruit Logistica, the fruit and vegetable sector’s biggest global business event, is opening at the Berlin showgrounds.
Germany
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Prohibición de las exportaciones de P.E.I. El envío de patatas a Estados Unidos en 2021 provocó la destrucción de cientos de millones de libras de patatas. (Cortesía: Mary Kay Sonier/PEI Potato Board)
February 07, 2024

La Isla Principe Eduardo vuelve al mercado mundial

Después de años fuera de la escena mundial tras la detección de la sarna verrugosa en sus campos, la Isla Principe Eduardo se dispone a reclamar el podio como productora de elite.
Canada
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Argentina: mercado impredecible ante reformas en política económica
February 07, 2024

Argentina: mercado impredecible ante reformas en política económica

En el Mercado Central de Buenos Aires la oferta abunda, la demanda es poca, pero los precios no paran de subir.
Argentina
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México: aumenta importación de EE.UU en detrimento de producción nacional
February 07, 2024

México: aumenta importación de EE.UU en detrimento de producción nacional

La producción nacional en México pierde terreno ante la papa importada de Estados Unidos. Los productores temen por la incidencia tanto económica como fitosanitaria.
Mexico
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Potato Statistics NEPG countries (Excluding Seed and Starch potatoes)
February 06, 2024

Growing potatoes is never a smooth ride!

In season 2023, potato growers in North-western Europe were confronted with difficult weather conditions, a high disease pressure and rising costs.
Netherlands
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New frying line to make Belgian fries even tastier
February 06, 2024

New pilot frying line to make Belgian fries even tastier

Nothing as Belgian as a tasty packet of fries. But sustainably producing fries requires a lot of knowledge, development and collaboration with companies and researchers.
Belgium
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Utz Brands Announces Acceleration of Supply Chain Transformation and Brand Portfolio Strategy
February 05, 2024

Utz Brands Announces Sale of Brands and Assets to 'Our Home'

Utz Brands, Inc., a leading US based manufacturer of branded salty snacks, has announced that certain of its subsidiaries including Utz Quality Foods, LLC have entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of certain assets and brands to Our Home™
United States
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Kate Trufitt’s six month journey at the helm of Potatoes NZ
February 05, 2024

Kate Trufitt’s six month journey at the helm of Potatoes New Zealand

Six months into the Potatoes New Zealand chief executive role and Kate Trufitt has embraced the challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm.
New Zealand
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Brasil: aumenta el ritmo de cosecha y caen los precios
February 05, 2024

Brasil: aumenta el ritmo de cosecha y caen los precios

Caen los precios en Brasil debido a que disminuyeron las lluvias y pudo avanzarse con la cosecha.
Brazil
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Kellanova North America Plant
February 05, 2024

Kellanova set to achieve 90 percent renewable electricity across North America in 2024

Kellanova has announced that the maker of Pringles® is on track to reach its goal of creating a climate-positive future
United States
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Dr Markus Schlagbauer, CEO and Matthias Jeindl, Founder + Partner are shaping the future of Insort.
February 05, 2024

Insort Names Markus Schlagbauer as New CEO

Insort, the leading provider of innovative sorting solutions for the food industry, announces a significant change in the company‘s management.
Austria
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Newtec Weighing Machine, 2008PC / Memory Pans
February 05, 2024

Newtec launches High-Speed Weighing Machine for Processed Food at Fruit Logistica

Newtec, a pioneer in innovative weighing solutions, has announced the launch of a new weighing solution, model 2008PCM / Memory Pans.
Germany
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Newly-elected PSA executive committee with CEO John Mesko during the winter board meeting at Potato Expo in Austin, TX. From L to R: Shane Sampels, Mike Wenkel, Tracy Shinners-Carnelley, John Mesko, Ritchey Toevs.
February 04, 2024

Potato Sustainability Alliance Elects Executive Committee

The Potato Sustainability Alliance’s (PSA) Board of Directors selected new executive committee members at its winter board meeting held last month month during the 2024 Potato Expo in Austin, Texas.
United States
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Emsland Group's Major Expansion: Doubling Potato Flake Production in Emlichheim
February 04, 2024

Emsland Group plans to Double its Potato Flake Production Capacity in Emlichheim, Germany

The Emsland Group presents its plan to expand potato flake production in Emlichheim, Germany The company is planning total investments in the mid double-digit million range.
Germany
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Sausage Gravy, Biscuits and Chips-Mister Bee and Tudors Biscuit Products
February 03, 2024

Mister Bee Potato Chips and Tudor's Biscuit World Collaborate On Biscuit and Gravy Potato Chip Flavor

Two iconic West Virginia brands - Mister Bee Potato Chips and Tudor’s Biscuit World – have joined forces to offer a new Biscuit and Gravy flavored potato chip.
United States
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