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Participants completed Potato Business School's international English-language training programme, gaining practical insights into the entire potato value chain through presentations, company visits and hands-on sessions.
July 01, 2026
Potato Business School completes international training programme and opens September course registration
Potato Business School completed its June 15–18 international training course, giving participants practical experience across the potato value chain through presentations, company visits and hands-on sessions.
Ms. Begard Talabani, Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources and Mr. Shaban Nahar, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Beirut Erbil Company.
June 25, 2026
Kurdistan Region hosts Potato Field Day to highlight integration of potato farming and processing
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq hosted the Potato Field Day event, organized by Beirut Erbil Company and Nahar Al-Awraad Company. The event highlighted sustainable potato cultivation, seed potato innovation, potato processing and food security.
Construction continues on Agristo's frozen potato processing plant in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with production now scheduled to begin in fall 2029 following a one-year extension to the project timeline.
June 25, 2026
Agristo extends timeline for Grand Forks frozen potato processing plant to 2029
Agristo has extended construction of its frozen potato processing plant in Grand Forks by one year, with production now scheduled for fall 2029. Construction and hiring continue as the facility prepares to process 275,000 tons of potatoes annually.
Changing weather patterns linked to El Niño could impact potato yields, quality, storage, and supply chains across key production regions.
June 21, 2026
NOAA Confirms El Niño as Global Potato Industry Prepares for Weather Risks
NOAA has confirmed El Niño, expected to strengthen through 2026–27. The global potato industry is monitoring impacts on yields, disease pressure, processing quality, storage, and supply chains while accelerating climate resilience efforts.
JAAP Agro has joined Europatat, bringing its expertise in seed potato production and international trade to the association's network.
June 21, 2026
Seed potato specialist JAAP Agro joins Europatat
Europatat has welcomed JAAP Agro as a new member. Operating in the Netherlands, France and Scotland, the company specializes in seed potato production and trade, supplying varieties for table potatoes, crisps and French fries.
iniciaron las obras de construcción de la Planta Procesadora de Papa Nativa en Acobamba, Huancavelica, un proyecto destinado a fortalecer la industrialización y agregar valor a la producción local
June 17, 2026
A Plant to Process Native Potatoes is under construction in Huancavelica, Peru
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.
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Potato processing is entering a new era, with Goodrich Cereals focusing on reliable sourcing, consistent quality, supply chain resilience, and application-driven innovation to meet evolving global food industry demands.
June 16, 2026
Potato Processing Is Entering a New Era And Goodrich Cereals Is Ready for It
Goodrich Cereals says the future of potato processing will be shaped by reliable sourcing, consistent quality, supply security, and specialized products. The company serves nearly 50 countries with potato ingredients and packaging options.
Potatoes in the field
June 10, 2026
Perú: primeros pasos agroindustriales para asociación de productores
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.
El Congreso Nacional de la Papa 2026 reunirá en Perú a investigadores, productores y representantes del sector para intercambiar conocimientos y analizar los desafíos y oportunidades de la cadena de la papa.
June 10, 2026
Perú: se celebrara el congreso nacional de la papa el próximo 22 de junio
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.
World Potato Congress to Host Exclusive Webinar
June 09, 2026
World Potato Congress 2026 Kenya: Exclusive Webinar to Preview Congress Program, Field Days and Tours
World Potato Congress Inc. will host a June 18 webinar previewing the 13th World Potato Congress in Kenya. The session will highlight the Congress program, field days, technical tours and key industry initiatives ahead of the October event.
Al pie de la montaña nevada: primera edición de "Habemus Papas" realizada en Estancia Atamisque, La Carrera, Tupungato
June 03, 2026
Argentina: nuevas variedades presentadas durante el Día Internacional de la Papa
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.
Ashley H., Lamb Weston’s new Vice President of Global Agriculture, will lead the company’s global agriculture strategy and operations.
June 01, 2026
Lamb Weston Appoints Ashley H. as Vice President of Global Agriculture
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.
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United States potato shipments increased during the week ending May 2, 2026, as the industry continued transitioning from storage potatoes to new-crop supplies across several growing regions.
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Groundbreaking begins at the Cavendish Farms potato storage site near Linton, North Dakota, where excavation is underway for a 200,000 cwt state-of-the-art facility supporting year-round supply to the Jamestown processing plant.
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