Potato News from the Americas

Organizaciones agrícolas de Estados Unidos, Canadá y México pidieron renovar y fortalecer el USMCA/T-MEC antes de su revisión de 2026, destacando su papel clave en la seguridad alimentaria, la integración comercial, la competitividad regional y la estabilidad económica de América del Norte.

McCain mantiene un desempeño destacado en Colombia pese al complejo contexto agropecuario, apoyada en su presencia global, sus alianzas con productores locales y mejoras de productividad en el cultivo de papa.

Peru has begun construction of a native potato processing plant in Huancavelica aimed at adding value to the crop, strengthening local producers and opening up new market opportunities.

The Little Potato Company has launched its new A Little Homestyle Ranch Microwave Ready Kit across the U.S. and Canada. Featuring pre-washed Little Potatoes and ranch seasoning, the kit delivers a family-friendly side dish in just five minutes.

Europatat's 2025–2026 Activity Report highlights work on NGT regulation, plant health, food safety, seed potato trade, sustainability initiatives and Horizon Europe research projects, while concluding its six-year potato promotion campaign.

Idahoan Foods will permanently close its Rupert, Idaho, potato processing plant by the end of June 2026, affecting 61 employees. The company says it will support workers through the transition while continuing operations at its other facilities.

Entre el 1.º y el 5 de junio de 2026, el aumento de la oferta de papa de la zafra seca presionó a la baja los precios mayoristas en Belo Horizonte y São Paulo, mientras Río de Janeiro se mantuvo estable.

La Asociación Churacan de Huánuco concretó su primera venta directa de más de seis toneladas de papa amarilla Tumbay a Inkacrop, con apoyo de MIDAGRI y Agromercado, abriendo un nuevo canal formal para pequeños productores familiares.

Del 22 al 24 de junio de 2026 en el Auditorio del Instituto Nacional de Innovación Agraria (INIA), se realizará el V Congreso Nacional de la Papa.

McCain consolidó en Argentina una operación líder en papas prefritas congeladas, con su planta de Balcarce como eje productivo regional, fuerte perfil exportador, integración con productores locales e inversiones en innovación y sostenibilidad agrícola.

Optimum Sorting has opened a larger facility and demo center in Sacramento, California, following record growth in 2025. The new site enables customer testing of sorting technologies and strengthens the company's support across North America.

Intralox is promoting its Series 1750 (S1750) modular plastic belting as an alternative to conventional rodded chains used in potato processing washers and destoners/rock traps.

En Mendoza, el encuentro “Habemus Papas II” impulsó la creación de un clúster papero orientado a mejorar la productividad, diversificar la producción con papines andinos y articular al sector a través de innovación, sostenibilidad y vínculos entre productores, industria e instituciones.

México enfrenta una menor oferta nacional de papa por calor extremo, plagas y estrés hídrico, lo que impulsa mayores importaciones desde Estados Unidos y anticipa subas de precios y más presión sobre el abastecimiento interno.

Lamb Weston’s FY2025 Sustainability Report highlights progress toward its 2033 goals, including a 15% reduction in injury rates, USD 830K+ in community donations, 6% lower freshwater use, 85% sustainable packaging, and 98% waste diversion.

Lamb Weston has appointed Ashley H. as Vice President of Global Agriculture. With over 20 years at the company, she will lead global agriculture strategy and operations, ensuring a sustainable and reliable supply of high-quality potatoes worldwide.

Ahead of International Potato Day on May 30, McCain Foods released the inaugural McCain Spud Report, a global consumer study exploring how people enjoy fries and potatoes in their everyday lives.

McCain Foods released its first Spud Report, surveying 12,000 people across 11 countries. The study found fries are the world’s favourite potato dish, bringing joy, comfort and connection across cultures.