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McCain Foods currently operates a single potato processing plant in China, located in Harbin, Heilongjiang province
December 13, 2020
McCain Foods announces the construction of a second potato processing plant in China
McCain Foods announces the construction of a second potato processing plant in China. The new plant, located in the Yangling Agriculture Hi-Tech Development Zone, Shaanxi Province, will be producing french fries and involves an investment of USD 150 Million
China
In Japan, a new coating on McDonalds fries cartons was identified as the likely cause of flavour complaints. McDonald's Japan stopped using the new cartons
December 10, 2020
New coating on McDonald's fries cartons in Japan likely cause flavour complaints
In Japan, McDonald's customers complained about a strange flavour and aroma in their medium-sized French fries. The likely culprit: a new coating on the cardboard packets used for their medium-sized fries.
Japan
Banas Dairy - one of the 18 cooperative unions under the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) - currently procures 7,000 metric tonne of potatoes and manufacturers potato-based products at a hired unit in North Gujarat. These ready t
September 09, 2020
Banas Dairy has started construction of a potato processing plant in Gujarat, India for the production of French Fries
The Banas Dairy (part of GCMMF) potato plant will have an annual capacity to process 50,000 metric tonnes of potatoes. The company will produce French fries and 12 other potato products for local markets as well as export.
India
Sachid Madan, Chief Executive - Frozen Snacks, Fruits and Vegetables, ITC Limited. He is also responsible for ITC's Technituber subsidiary.
February 25, 2020
ITC: Re-Imagining the Frozen Food Segment
ITC first started diversifying from its core tobacco business in the early 1970s, with the diversification drive picking up steam in 2003 when the Indian behemoth conglomerate started with its slew of launches in the FMCG category.
India
Aviko, one of Europe’s largest producers of fresh, frozen, dried and specialty potato products has reached an agreement with Hongyuan Agriculture to acquire 90% of its shares in Hongyuan Louis
January 15, 2020
Dutch Potato Processor Aviko acquires Chinese French Fries Producer Hongyuan Louis
Aviko, one of Europe’s largest producers of fresh, frozen, dried and specialty potato products has reached an agreement with Hongyuan Agriculture to acquire 90% of its shares in Hongyuan Louis
China
China Hikes Tariffs on U.S. Goods After Trump Warning. (Courtesy: Capital Watch)
May 16, 2019
China to hit US frozen fries, dehy potatoes with more tariffs
As the Trump administration’s trade fight with China twists and turns, exporters of frozen and dehy potatoes are facing a hit.
China
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French Fry manufacturer Aviko, a subsidiary of Royal Cosun and Snow Valley Agriculture have agreed to end their joint venture in China.
November 30, 2018
Aviko ends Snow Valley cooperation in China
French Fry manufacturer Aviko, a subsidiary of Royal Cosun and Snow Valley Agriculture have agreed to end their joint venture in China.
China
The first potato processing plant in Central Asia will start production of frozen french fries this month in Uzbekistan
November 07, 2018
Frozen French Fries plant in Uzbekistan first in Central Asia
Potato company Agrover in Uzbekistan will start industrial production of frozen french fries and potato flakes this month
Uzbekistan
McDonald's Japan Carbonara fries
October 30, 2018
McDonalds Japan added carbonara fries that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
McDonald’s Japan added 'carbonara' fries to their menu that are inspired by the classic pasta dish
Japan
Haresh Karamchandani, CEO of Hyfun Foods (left) and Paul Oosterlaken, director of Kiremko (right) signed a contract for a French Fry line with a capacity of six tonnes of frozen french fries per hour in Mumbai, India. Standing in the center is Wouter Ver
June 06, 2018
Kiremko signs agreement for sales of french fry line with Hyfun foods during Dutch trade mission in India
During a recent Dutch trade mission to India potato processing was prominently in the spotlight as the well-known Dutch potato processing equipment manufacturer Kiremko signed a contract with India based French Fry manufacturer Hyfun Foods
India
In Astana Kazakh Invest NC organized a number of meetings between managers of the Dutch company Farm Frites, Simon Quist and Jos den Boer, and the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Agriculture, Umirzak Shukeyev, Vice Minister for Investments and Developm
April 03, 2018
Farm Frites' investment plans for a potato processing plant in Kazakhstan are taking shape
More details on the investment plans of Dutch French fry manufacturer Farm Frites in Kazakhstan have been published on the official website of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan following additional meetings on the topic.
Kazakhstan
The Cup Noodle Potenage Big. “Potenage” is a mash up of “potato” and “nagetsu,” the Japanese word for “nuggets”.
March 11, 2018
Will Japan’s Chicken Nugget French Fry Instant Ramen Satisfy All Cravings?
Japan's Cup Noodle maker Nissin continues to push the instant ramen envelope in delicious new ways. And now they have waded into PotatoPro territory.
Japan
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March 03, 2018
Dutch French Fries gaining ground in South Korea
Dutch potato processing companies are increasing their market share in the South Korean Frozen French Fry market.
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In Japan, Fast food chain 'First Kitchen' and First Kitchen/Wendy’s branches have launched two types of 'Dessert Potato' nationwide. Both dishes consist of French fries with a swirl of Hokkaido dairy-sourced vanilla ice cream, topped off with EITHER cho
January 13, 2018
Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu
Japanese Fast food chain 'First Kitchen' launch two types of 'Dessert Potato' nationwide. Both dishes start with French fries with a swirl of Hokkaido dairy-sourced vanilla ice cream finished with two types of toppings...
Japan
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January 01, 2018
Potato Production in China to rebound this marketing year
According to a GAIN-report prepared by the USDA staff in Beijing, China’s fresh potato production in marketing year 2017-2018 is forecast at 97 million metric tons, a five percent increase from the estimated 92 million metric tons in the previous year.
China
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls for a limited time
December 05, 2017
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls
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Japan
The World Trade Organization (WTO) ruling is expected to increase the export of potato products to Indonesia - such as frozen french fries.
November 12, 2017
WTO ruling against import licensing scheme Indonesia creates export opportunities for potato processing companies
The National Potato Council applauds the United States Trade Representative’s victory in the World Trade Organization (WTO) case against Indonesia’s restrictive import licensing scheme.
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Indonesia
From left to right: TOMRA Sorting Food’s regional sales director, Steven Van Geel; Don Wang, president, Aviko SnowValley; Tommy Yu, area sales manager, TOMRA Sorting Food; and TOMRA Sorting Food’s agent Luke Qu, general manager, Beijing HMA
October 02, 2017
New Aviko Snow Valley French Fry factory equipped with TOMRA sorters and peeler
The new Aviko Snow Valley French Fry factory in China will be equipped with TOMRA's Eco steam peeler and its newest optical sorters.
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China

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