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International Food & Consumable Goods – Egypt (IFCG) will showcase its frozen sweet potato fries at SIAL Paris 2026, October 17–21, in Hall 5A, Stand P 229
October 12, 2026
IFCG to Showcase Frozen Sweet Potato Fries at SIAL Paris 2026
International Food & Consumable Goods – Egypt (IFCG) will present its frozen sweet potato fries and private label solutions at SIAL Paris 2026, taking place October 17–21 in France.
McCain Foods announces an agreement to acquire Falcon Agrifriz Foods' frozen potato processing business in India.
October 12, 2026
McCain Foods to Acquire Falcon Agrifriz Frozen Potato Processing Business in India
McCain Foods has announced plans to acquire Falcon Agrifriz Foods' frozen potato processing business in Gujarat, India. The acquisition will expand its manufacturing capacity and its presence in India, and support local farmers and supply chains.
Flikweert Vision’s QualityGrader offers AI-powered potato and onion sorting at up to 30 tonnes per hour.
October 11, 2026
Flikweert Vision Introduces AI-Powered QualityGrader for Faster Potato and Onion Sorting
Flikweert Vision introduces its upgraded QualityGrader to North America at IFPA 2026, featuring AI-powered sorting, up to 30 tonnes per hour capacity, flexible configurations and improved quality inspection for potatoes and onions.
Agrico’s Michel de Bruin discusses a flexible, value-chain approach to developing strong and sustainable potato sectors in the latest SeedNL Private Sector Spotlight.
October 11, 2026
Agrico Shares Key Lessons for Building Strong, Sustainable Potato Sectors
Agrico's Michel de Bruin says strong potato sectors need more than quality seed, highlighting the importance of farmer knowledge, functioning markets, enabling regulations and flexible approaches tailored to local conditions.
Professionals from across Europe gather at the 1st International Potato Symposium in Madrid to discuss key challenges and opportunities across the potato value chain.
October 11, 2026
International Potato Symposium in Madrid Highlights Key Challenges and Opportunities for Europe’s Potato Sector
The 1st International Potato Symposium in Madrid brought together 250 professionals to discuss key challenges and opportunities in production, trade, plant health, innovation and sustainability, promoting stronger European cooperation.
India–Netherlands Seed Partnership representatives during discussions on strengthening cooperation in the seed sector.
October 10, 2026
India and Netherlands Strengthen Cooperation Through Seed Partnership
India and the Netherlands are strengthening cooperation in the seed sector through the India–Netherlands Seed Partnership. A recent mission included ministerial talks and a seed-sector business roundtable focused on future collaboration.
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EarthFresh Butter Potatoes reach 4M+ households as acreage grows 40%, driving incremental growth in the potato category.
October 10, 2026
EarthFresh Butter Potatoes Reach More Than 4 Million Households as Retail Demand Surges
EarthFresh Butter Potatoes are gaining momentum across North America, reaching over 4 million households. With acreage up 40% and 100% incremental sales, the premium lineup offers retailers new opportunities to grow the potato category.
Urschel will showcase the new Little Gem Aspire™ Dicer alongside its precision cutting solutions at SIAL Paris 2026 in Paris, France
October 10, 2026
Urschel to Showcase Little Gem Aspire Dicer and Precision Cutting Solutions at SIAL Paris 2026
Urschel will showcase the new Little Gem Aspire Dicer at SIAL Paris 2026 alongside the CCX-D Shredder, Sprint 2 Dicer, Comitrol Processor Model 1700 and Comitrol DM 380, with live cutting demonstrations during the show.
From freshly harvested potatoes to ready-to-cook fries, Wanjiru Mambo demonstrates how Wedgehut Foods adds value to Kenyan potatoes and creates new market opportunities for local growers.
October 09, 2026
From Farm to Fries: The Fry Industry in Kenya Prepares to Welcome the World
Ahead of World Potato Congress 2026, Wanjiru Mambo discusses the growth of Kenya's potato-processing industry, Wedgehut Foods' expansion, supply-chain challenges and opportunities for farmers, local processors and regional markets.
Lyckeby marks the groundbreaking of its new tank facility, bringing together company leaders and construction partners as work begins on the major expansion of modified potato starch capacity.
October 08, 2026
Lyckeby Begins Construction of New Tank Facility to Expand Modified Potato Starch Capacity
Lyckeby has begun construction of a new tank facility to increase modified potato starch capacity. The major investment supports its long-term growth strategy, with commissioning scheduled for 2028.
ICAR-CPRI's four potato varieties — Kufri Jyoti, Kufri Bahar, Kufri Pukhraj and Kufri Chipsona-1 — cover nearly 75% of India's potato cultivation area.
October 08, 2026
ICAR-CPRI Potato Varieties Cover Nearly 75% of India’s Potato Area
ICAR-CPRI's Kufri Jyoti, Kufri Bahar, Kufri Pukhraj and Kufri Chipsona-1 together cover nearly 75% of India's potato cultivation area. The varieties have boosted productivity, farmer incomes and the potato processing sector.
Lamb Weston reports first-quarter fiscal 2027 results and raises its full-year outlook for net sales, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Diluted EPS.
October 08, 2026
Lamb Weston Raises Fiscal 2027 Outlook After Strong First Quarter
Lamb Weston reported Q1 fiscal 2027 net sales of USD 1.67 billion, up 1%, with North America volume growth driving results. The company raised its full-year outlook for net sales, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Diluted EPS.
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