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Emsland Group invests over 33.9 million euros in a new plant for drying and modification of potato and pea starch: Project WaltrAut. Construction is on Schedule
September 22, 2020
Emsland Group invests over 33.9 million euros in a new plant for drying and modification of potato starch
In the past few months, a lot has happened at the Emsland Group's headquarters in Emlichheim. The construction of a new plant for drying and modification of potato and pea starch is progressing rapidly.
US Restaurant Sales up in August, but Operators Remain Concerned
September 22, 2020
US Restaurant Sales up in August, but Operators Remain Concerned
As total restaurant sales losses in the United States topped USD 185 billion, a majority of operators do not expect their business to fully recover within 6 months.
FPS Keeps It Cool – and Efficient
September 22, 2020
Freezing potato products: selecting a control system
FPS Food Process Solutions, a leading supplier of freezers for potato processing, installed Rockwell Automation's distributed control system PlantPAx DCS for precise and consistent control of a tunnel freezer for french fries and a spiral freezer for potato specialties
PepsiCo Targets 100% Renewable Electricity Globally
September 22, 2020
PepsiCo Targets 100% Renewable Electricity Globally by 2030
Food and beverage leader joins RE100 initiative with ambition to achieve 100% renewable electricity globally for direct operations by 2030 and across entire franchise and third-party operations by 2040.
Incertidumbre en la patata, que tiene demanda la de lavado pero están atascadas las de saco.
September 21, 2020
Incertidumbre en la patata española, que tiene demanda la de lavado pero están atascadas las de saco.
La campaña de patata va 'bastante adelantada' en Castilla y León, según describe Eduardo Arroyo, presidente de Appacyl. Los calores de agosto han secado los cultivos antes de lo previsto.
Las cuadrillas están formadas por entre 6 y 12 personas. Habrá que tomar la temperatura a los temporeros cuando lleguen a la finca.
September 21, 2020
España: La campaña de la patata tiene protocolo propio contra el covid
Aunque ya se están recogiendo algunos campos, para el inicio de la campaña de la patata aún queda entre una semana y 10 días. Será entonces cuando arranque una época de especial actividad en Coristanco y vayan llegando los temporeros.
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Romain Cools: 2020 could well become the toughest NW European potato season in 50 years
September 21, 2020
2020 could become the toughest NW European potato season in 50 years
Last week, the North-western European Potato Growers (NEPG) association announced their harvest estimate for the 2020/2021 season.
Robbie Davis, CEO of Potatoes South Australia
September 21, 2020
Robbie Davis to step down as CEO Potatoes South Australia Inc
Following eight years at the helm of Potatoes South Australia, Robbie Davis will be stepping down from her role of Chief Executive at the end of 2020.
Sercom launches Wireless System to control Potato Storage 
September 21, 2020
Sercom launches Wireless System to control Potato Storage
Early last year, Sercom developed a wireless system, based on radiographic technology, to connect field stations in the horticulture and e.g. potato storage cells up to a distance of 5 kilometres (3 miles) apart.
Pictured at the opening ceremony of the new Cavendish Farms Research Centre in New Annan, Prince Edward Island, from left to right are: Vernon Campbell, Mull Na Beinne Farms; Newton Yorinori, Director of Plan Breeding, Seed Development and Resea
September 19, 2020
Cavendish Farms opens Potato Research Centre in New Annan, PEI
Cavendish Farms’ new Potato Research Centre in New Annan, Prince Edward Island officially opened on September 17, 2020 with a ribbon cutting with Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, and company officials.
More rain could still help potato farmers who are dealing with a tough year after a hot and dry summer.
September 18, 2020
Summer drought still impacting potato farmers Prince Edward Island
Many potato fields across Prince Edward Island are not in the condition they usually are at this time of year due to the hot and dry conditions for much of July and August.
Potato Expo 2021 will offer Live, In-Person and Virtual Experience 
September 18, 2020
Potato Expo 2021 will offer Live, In-Person and Virtual Experience 
Last January we could never have predicted how the year would play out. In light of the impacts of COVID-19, we knew that the Potato Expo had to change.
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September 18, 2020
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Potato Processing equipment specialist Kiremko sells 30 STRATA Invicta® steam peelers in 30 months
September 18, 2020
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Important Potato Diseases and Tips to Manage them in Storage
September 18, 2020
Potato Diseases and Tips to Manage them in Storage
A key requirement for a longtime potato storage is that the storage conditions match the needs and end use of the crop. These requirements of can be assessed before harvest by doing several test digs which allow to determine the distribution and level of tuber infection.
Dewulf updates its R3060 potato harvesters
September 17, 2020
Dewulf updates its R3060 potato harvesters
Dewulf, full-liner in machines for the cultivation of potatoes and root crops, have fitted their renowned R3060 series sieving harvesters with several updates. Every new R3060 is now equipped with a brand new, more environmentally friendly Scania Stage V engine.
Potandon introduces Minute Mashers: quick-and-easy fresh, shelf-stable mashed potatoes in three different flavours
September 17, 2020
Potandon introduces Minute Mashers: quick-and-easy shelf-stable mashed potatoes
It was just 18 months ago that Potandon Produce LLC in Idaho Falls, ID, introduced an innovative value-added potato product in the Green Giant Fresh brand called One Step … Done!
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September 17, 2020
Potatoes from plot to plate: how to grow the perfect spuds in your New Zealand backyard
While in the Northern hemisphere we are harvesting potatoes and getting ready for winter, this is not the case in the Southern hemisphere. This article offers tips on how to grow potatoes in your New Zealand backyard.

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