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May 30, 2019
German company planning French Fries production in Zambia expects to start operations this year
A German company that will locally produce French Fries or potato chips for both the Zambian and regional export markets is expected to commence operations this year said German Agri business Frank Nordman.
May 24, 2019
Mexico removes tariffs on import frozen potatoes from the United States
President Trump removed the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs on Canada and Mexico on Friday, May 17. Mexico responded by removing its 20% tariff on frozen potatoes imported from the United States on May 20.
May 17, 2019
United States Potato Export sales trending up, despite trade wars
United States potato exports of frozen, dehy and fresh have all posted modest gains through the first three quarters of the July 2018 – June 2019 marketing year.
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.
May 15, 2019
Farm Frites launches super thin (5mm) French Fries
Farm Frites is proud to announce a new member of the Finest family, a french fries of only 5 mm thick!
May 10, 2019
Potato processing factory to be built at Ol Kalou, Kenya
A potato and vegetable processing plant will be built soon in Ol Kalou town. The factory, a collaboration of the Department of Correctional Services and Nyandarua county government, will mitigate post-harvest losses ...
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May 06, 2019
GEA delivers energy savings with award-winning continuous freezer control system
Successful test measurement in french fries production at Bergia Frites in the Netherlands.
May 04, 2019
McCain Foods increases its stake in Brazilian potato specialty manufacturer Sérya
McCain Foods announces the acquisition of 70% of Sérya , a Brazilian food company operating in the pre-formed potato specialty market.
May 02, 2019
McCain Foods USA announced a major expansion of its potato processing capacity in Othello, Washington
Today, McCain Foods USA Inc., a division of McCain Foods Limited, the world’s largest producer of frozen french fries, announced a $300 million investment in its Othello, Washington potato processing plant.
April 30, 2019
McCain Foods Portage la Prairie Facility Celebrates 40 Years in Business
On April 16, 2019, McCain Foods (Canada) celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Portage la Prairie, Manitoba facility and also officially opened its new potato receiving area at a special ceremony hosted onsite at the potato processing facility.
April 29, 2019
Expanding potato sector in Manitoba not stressing on seed, despite tight supplies
Manitoba’s potato sector is gearing up to supply an expanding industry but seed supplies will be tight after a tough harvest last season. A number of producers are planning capital upgrades to keep up with the rise in demand.
April 25, 2019
Will A Slow Start For Pacific North-west Potato Farmers lead to a French Fry shortage?
Spring is just now beginning to shine in much of eastern Oregon and Washington. A winter of record snowfall left the ground frozen or flooded much later than normal. As a result, farmers are getting a late start on their crops. Sponsored Content 
April 25, 2019
New Potato Processing plant in Nyandarua will give local potato farmers more opportunities
The opening of a new potato processing plant in Engineer town, Nyandarua county (Kenya) offers new opportunities for local potato farmers.
April 24, 2019
Penobscot McCrum plans new potato processing plant near Presque-Isle, Maine
Penobscot McCrum is planning to build a new potato processing plant at the site of a long-closed potato factory in Washburn, Maine.
April 24, 2019
Kraft-Heinz said to consider sale of Ore-Ida frozen potato business
According to reporting by CNBC, Kraft Heinz is considering the sale of its Ore-Ida potato brand in order to pay down its debt
April 16, 2019
McCain Foods GB partners with e.fundamentals to help drive online sales
McCain Foods, the world’s largest manufacturer of frozen potato products, has selected e-commerce analytics provider e.fundamentals to help drive sales of its products through retailers’ websites.
April 16, 2019
Birds Eye launches colourful mini rainbow potato waffles
Birds Eye just announced a new potato side-dish called Mini Rainbow Waffles at retail chain Iceland in the United Kingdom.
March 29, 2019
Belgian potato processing industry processed over 5 million tonnes of potatoes in 2018
The potato processing industry in Belgium registered record growth and processed over 5 million tonnes of potatoes in 2018. However, in 2019 the sector faces major challenges as a result of the poor harvest in 2018