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October 28, 2026
McCain Foods Halted Plans for French Fry Factory on Mittelland Canal in Germany
McCain has put plans for a French fry factory in Mehrum, Germany, on hold, citing rising project costs, overcapacity in processed potato products and weaker demand in key European markets.
Germany potato production is forecast to decline from 13.9 million tonnes in 2025 to 10.4 million tonnes in 2026, a drop of nearly 25 percent due to adverse weather conditions, lower yields and reduced planting areas. (AI-generated image by PotatoPro)
October 25, 2026
Germany Potato Production Expected to Decline Nearly 25 Percent in 2026
Germany potato production is forecast to fall to 10.4 million tonnes in 2026, nearly 25 percent below the 2025 record. Heavy rainfall, summer heat, drought and reduced acreage have cut yields, but significant shortages are not expected nationwide.
Elea PiCon Sense, winner of the Silver International FoodTec Award 2027, provides real-time PEF process monitoring and optimisation using AI-supported analysis. (Image modified with AI by PotatoPro)
October 08, 2026
Elea PiCon Sense Wins Silver International FoodTec Award 2027 for Real-Time PEF Process Monitoring
Elea Technology received the Silver International FoodTec Award 2027 for PiCon Sense, a digital platform combining real-time acoustic and vibration monitoring with AI-supported analysis to optimise PEF processing and improve process consistency.
Participants at PEF Advantage Day 2026 explore ELEA PEF processing technology during a demonstration at the company’s facilities in Quakenbrück, Germany.
September 22, 2026
ELEA Showcases PiCon Process Monitoring Technology for Potato PEF Processing at Advantage Day 2026
ELEA demonstrated PiCon Sense and PiCon Vision on a potato PEF treatment line at PEF Advantage Day 2026, highlighting process monitoring, product quality and production performance while advancing research and industrial PEF applications.
DLG President Hubertus Paetow addresses participants at the opening of PotatoEurope and SugarBeet Expo 2026 in Springe, Germany.
September 21, 2026
PotatoEurope 2026 and SugarBeet Expo Open with Focus on Climate-Resilient Root Crop Production
PotatoEurope 2026 and SugarBeet Expo opened in Germany, showcasing innovations for climate-resilient root-crop production. DLG President Paetow highlighted drought, pests, global markets and the need for competitive, sustainable farming systems.
shorter PepsiCo’s 2026 Global Agro University connects growers, suppliers and experts to build capabilities across potato production, harvesting and storage, improving yield, quality and efficiency.
September 10, 2026
PepsiCo Global Agro University 2026 Brings Potato Growers and Experts From Over 35 Countries to Germany
PepsiCo's 2026 Global Agro University brought potato growers and agricultural experts to Germany to share practical knowledge and technologies for improving potato yield, quality, storage, precision farming and production efficiency worldwide.
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Wilfried Wolf, Project Manager for PotatoEurope and SugarBeet Expo at DLG
September 01, 2026
PotatoEurope marks 20 years with new venue, more exhibitors and a stronger focus on innovation
PotatoEurope 2026 will bring together around 290 companies on September 9 and 10 in Springe, Germany. The trade fair will be held alongside SugarBeet Expo and will highlight innovations in machinery, digitalization, automation and artificial intelligence.
Duane Hill and Rob Highfield, Sales Managers – of Haith at Potato Europe
August 31, 2026
Haith and GRIMME to Co-Exhibit for the First Time at PotatoEurope 2026
Haith and GRIMME will co-exhibit for the first time at PotatoEurope 2026 in Springe, Germany, presenting complementary solutions spanning potato planting, harvesting, post-harvest handling, washing, grading and packing.
Emsland Group’s new office in Emlichheim brings Raw Material Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and the holding company together under one roof—strengthening collaboration with agricultural partners and supporting a closer, more connected supply chain.
August 31, 2026
Emsland Group Strengthens Agricultural Partnerships With New Office in Emlichheim
Emsland Group Strengthens Collaboration With Agricultural Partners Through New Office Building in Emlichheim
Emsland Group’s science-based emissions reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), strengthening our commitment to measurable climate action and a net-zero future.
August 23, 2026
Emsland Group’s Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets Validated by SBTi
Emsland Group’s SBTi-validated targets aim to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, from a 2018 base year. The company also targets net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2045.
Ellips will showcase five True-AI-powered potato and onion grading solutions at PotatoEurope 2026 in Springe, Germany, including the new Elisam CombiGrader and CleanFlow Pre-Sorter.
August 16, 2026
Turn every potato and onion harvest into maximum value at Potato Europe 2026
Ellips will present five True-AI grading solutions at Potato Europe 2026, September 9–10 in Springe, Germany, addressing labor shortages, quality demands and capacity challenges in potato and onion grading.
Andreas Denissen, Martin Vrij (centre) and Bart Laemers evaluate Quintera under commercial growing conditions near Kevelaer, Germany
August 09, 2026
Quintera proves its value as an early processing potato for irrigated sandy soils
Quintera has demonstrated high yields, stable processing quality and resilience under warm, dry conditions after four years of commercial cultivation, making it a strong processing potato variety for irrigated light sandy soils.
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August 03, 2026
PotatoNL quotations continue to rise as drought slows early potato growth
PotatoNL reported another sharp rise in potato quotations as drought across Europe slowed early potato growth. Strong demand from processors and uncertainty over the new harvest continued to support higher prices.
Elea Technology has appointed Vassilis Smoilis as Strategic Business Advisor to support the adoption of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology across the food and beverage industry.
August 01, 2026
Elea Technology appoints Vassilis Smoilis as Strategic Business Advisor
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July 30, 2026
Elea Showcases Smart PEF Solutions with PiCon Tools at PEF Advantage Day 2026
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Prime Minister of Lower Saxony Olaf Lies Visited Emsland Group in Emlichheim
July 27, 2026
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Emsland Group welcomed Lower Saxony Prime Minister Olaf Lies to its Emlichheim site, where discussions focused on innovation, sustainable production, regional value creation and cooperation between industry, agriculture and policymakers.
Intersnack Group has agreed to acquire Utz Brands in a USD 2.9 billion take-private transaction
July 21, 2026
Intersnack Group to Acquire Utz Brands in USD 2.9 Billion Take-Private Deal
Intersnack Group will acquire Utz Brands in an all-cash USD 2.9 billion take-private deal. After closing, Intersnack and the Rice and Lissette Family will each own 50% of Utz, expanding the company's position in the United States snack market. ahead.
Illya Kolba, incoming Joint Managing Director of the German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) and the Union of the German Potato Industry (UNIKA)
July 11, 2026
DKHV and UNIKA Appoint Dr. Illya Kolba as Joint Managing Director
The German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) and UNIKA have appointed Dr. Illya Kolba as their new joint managing director, effective August 1, 2026. He will lead political advocacy and represent the interests of Germany's potato industry.

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