September 11, 2020
Economic hit of COVID-19 to the Washington State Potato Sector estimated at USD 1 Billion
A WSU study has estimated the 2020 economic losses from potato production and processing in Washington. The demand shocks of COVID-19 resulted in a hit of roughly $1 billion dollars in gross state product.
September 01, 2020
The Increasing Role of Digital Sorters
Powered by Industry 4.0 methodologies and IIoT (the Industrial Internet of Things), modern sorters are increasingly being utilized as data centers at the same time they sort product and are uniquely qualified to contribute to the data revolution.
August 06, 2020
Key Technology shares Maintenance Tips for Vibratory Conveyors
Regular inspection of sorters and shakers ensures efficient operation and prevents unscheduled downtime. To help prepare you, Key Technology just shared information on their comprehensive equipment audits and spotlighting the unsung heroes of your plant – shakers!
May 12, 2020
In french fry heartland, spring turns bitter as coronavirus cuts into global demand
This year, this is a season when dreams die. Due to an epic potato glut that imploded his market, he has decided to do what was once unthinkable — destroy part of his crop rather than sink more dollars into cultivation.
March 13, 2020
Key Technology Appoints Jesus Acevedo as Area Sales Manager for the Pacific Northwest United States
Key Technology has appointed Jesus Acevedo as Area Sales Manager for the Pacific Northwest United States.
January 07, 2020
2020 Potato contract negotiations underway
Negotiations are underway for next year’s potato grower contracts in Washington. Sponsored Content
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December 17, 2019
Equipment manufacturer Key Technology rebrands its customer service 'SupportPro'
Key Technology, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, announces the rebranding of its customer service organization as SupportPro.
December 04, 2019
Japan's Upper House Approves Historic U.S.- Japan Agreement on Agricultural Trade
The National Potato Council cheered the passage of the U.S.- Japan Agreement on Agricultural Trade by Japan’s Upper House.
November 17, 2019
After backing out of an original offer entirely, the Oregon Potato Company now offers to purchase a single NORPAC facility
US Farmer cooperative NORPAC Foods filed a motion in bankruptcy court Friday afternoon to sell its Quincy, Washington, plant for USD 93.5 million to Oregon Potato Company.
November 01, 2019
Voigt: 2019 Washington Crop Not Large, But Great Quality
As potato harvest starts to wrap up across the Northwest, how does the 2019 crop look?
October 17, 2019
McCain Foods USA Celebrates Groundbreaking of Major Expansion in Othello, Washington
McCain Foods USA, a leading supplier of frozen potato and snack food products across the country, celebrated the official start of construction of a 170,000-square-foot expansion at its Othello, Washington potato processing facility.
October 08, 2019
US Potato Growers Asked To Watch For Tuber Moth As Harvest Approaches
Its harvest time for many in the potato industry, and those not quite to that point, harvest will be here before you know it. Washington State University’s Tim Waters said growers need to continue to watch for pests. Sponsored Content
August 29, 2019
Key Technology Promotes Shayla Wentz to Marketing Communications Manager
Key Technology has promoted Shayla Wentz to Marketing Communications Manager as Anita Funk retires.
July 23, 2019
Looking for help in nature itself to defend potatoes against nematodes and scab
WSU plant pathologists Kiwamu Tanaka and Cynthia Gleason are exploring novel approaches to protect the potato crops against nematodes and scab - mobilizing nature itself.
July 15, 2019
Tips for keeping farm workers safe from heat stress
Heat-related illness is one of the most common maladies to befall outdoor workers, particularly in agricultural settings.
July 11, 2019
Key Technology presents their most flexible VERYX® Digital Sorters for vegetable processors to date
Key Technology presents their most versatile VERYX® belt-fed digital sorters, with specific design elements that benefit vegetable processors producing multiple products.
June 21, 2019
Western Innovator: Potato researcher thrives on questions
Mark Pavek, professor and potato specialist at Washington State University, at one of the research potato fields in Othello.
June 20, 2019
Potato Industry Strongly Supports Immediate Passage of U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement
The National Potato Council joined with over 950 farm groups and agriculturalorganizations in a letter urging Congress to immediately ratify the U.S.-Mexico-Canada
Agreement (USMCA).
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