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Productores de papa en Quilmaná (Perú) destruyeron alrededor de 100 hectáreas de cultivo tras un brote de plaga favorecido por las altas temperaturas asociadas al fenómeno de El Niño
July 28, 2026
Perú: El Niño favorece avance de plaga y obliga a destruir 100 hectáreas de papa
Productores de papa en Quilmaná (Perú) destruyeron unas 100 hectáreas de cultivo tras un brote de plaga favorecido por las altas temperaturas asociadas a El Niño. Estiman pérdidas de 2 millones de soles y piden apoyo del Gobierno.
La cosecha de patata ha comenzado en Salamanca, donde los agricultores alertan de que los precios en origen se sitúan por debajo de los costes de producción, en un contexto de aumento de la oferta.
July 28, 2026
España: ventas que no cubren los costos de producción en Salamanca
La campaña de patata en Salamanca comenzó con precios bajos, en algunos casos por debajo de los costes de producción. La alta oferta, la incertidumbre sobre los rendimientos, el calor y el riesgo de alternaria preocupan a los agricultores.
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July 28, 2026
España: Fruit Attraction con la patata como estrella
Fruit Attraction 2025 volverá a Madrid del 6 al 8 de octubre con 2.500 expositores y profesionales de 150 países. La patata será el producto estrella y el 5 de octubre se celebrará el I Simposio Internacional de Patata organizado por Fepex.
ITC's Technico is expanding its aeroponic potato seed production facility to increase capacity to 100 million disease-free TECHNITUBER mini-tubers, supporting sustainable potato cultivation and improved farm productivity.
July 28, 2026
ITC's Technico Expands Aeroponic Potato Seed Facility to 100 million Mini-Tuber Capacity
ITC subsidiary Technico is adding 60 controlled-environment greenhouses to expand its aeroponic potato seed facility, raising TECHNITUBER mini-tuber capacity to 100 million and boosting disease-free seed production for potato growers.
Potato Chip Manufacturer Utz Quality Foods doubled headcount in acquired plant
July 28, 2026
Why Utz Is Intersnack’s Gateway to the USD 42 Billion US Snack Market
Intersnack Group has agreed to acquire Utz Brands in a deal valued at about USD 2.9 billion. The acquisition will give Intersnack its first major presence in the US snack market, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.
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July 27, 2026
Four Chefs Pick Arby's Curly Fries as the Best Fast-Food Fries
Four United States chefs ranked Arby's curly fries as the best fast-food fries, citing their crispy texture, seasoning and consistency. McDonald's and Rally's/Checkers finished second, while the chefs also shared their favourite dipping sauces.
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Prime Minister of Lower Saxony Olaf Lies Visited Emsland Group in Emlichheim
July 27, 2026
Lower Saxony Prime Minister Olaf Lies Visits Emsland Group Emlichheim Site
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.
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July 27, 2026
Lamb Weston Posts FY2026 Sales Growth Despite International Headwinds
Lamb Weston reported higher fiscal 2026 net sales driven by volume growth in North America, while profit declined amid pricing pressure and higher costs. The company highlighted cost savings initiatives and issued financial guidance for fiscal 2027.
Potatoes are loaded into long-term storage as Cellar Insights launches the Rotten Potato Data Project, inviting growers to share historical spoilage data to help develop AI-powered early warning systems that detect storage risks before losses occur.
July 27, 2026
Cellar Insights Launches Rotten Potato Data Project to Strengthen Early Warning for Potato Storage Spoilage
Cellar Insights launched the Rotten Potato Data Project, inviting Canadian growers to share historical potato storage spoilage data. The project uses machine learning to improve early warning for rot and storage losses while paying participants.
The first six upgraded QualityGraders are ready for delivery from Flikweert Vision's production facility. The machines will soon be commissioned as part of a modern onion sorting line, marking the first delivery of the latest generation of QualityGraders.
July 26, 2026
Flikweert Vision Delivers First Series of Upgraded QualityGraders
Flikweert Vision delivered six upgraded QualityGrader optical sorting machines for a modern onion sorting line. The enhanced platform features improved software, remote service, reliability and sorting performance for efficient grading.
PiperPlus, the UK's first approved precision-bred Maris Piper potato, combines resistance to late blight, Potato Virus Y (PVY), and Potato Leafroll Virus (PLRV) to support more sustainable potato production with reduced reliance on crop protection chemicals.
July 26, 2026
UK Approves First Precision-Bred Disease-Resistant Maris Piper Potato as PiperPlus Moves Closer to Market
The UK has approved PiperPlus, the first precision-bred disease-resistant Maris Piper potato. Developed by The Sainsbury Laboratory, it resists late blight, PVY and PLRV, reducing fungicide use and supporting more sustainable potato production.
Aviko installs a new fully electric e-boiler at its Lomm production facility in the Netherlands, marking a major milestone in the company's factory electrification program aimed at reducing natural gas use and cutting CO₂ emissions.
July 26, 2026
Aviko Advances Factory Electrification with E-Boiler Installation in Lomm Supporting Net Zero Goals
Aviko has installed a fully electric e-boiler at its Lomm factory in the Netherlands. Powered by renewable electricity, it will replace part of the site's natural gas-based steam generation and cut CO₂ emissions by at least 4,800 tonnes a year.
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July 26, 2026
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Ukraine Begins Construction of Largest Potato Processing Plant to Cut Imports
Ukraine has begun building its largest potato processing plant in Cherkasy. The first phase, due by late 2026 or early 2027, will produce 25,000 tonnes of potato flour annually, replacing imports, with future expansion into French fries and exports.
The 13th World Potato Congress, taking place in Naivasha, Kenya, from October 26–30, 2026, marks 100 days to go with new speaker announcements, expanded participation opportunities, and preparations for the first Congress to be held in East Africa
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World Potato Congress Marks 100-Day Countdown to Historic Kenya Event
With 100 days to go until the 13th World Potato Congress in Kenya, organizers announced new speakers, reopened late poster abstract submissions, and highlighted key program updates, field demonstrations, partnerships, and networking opportunities.
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APEDA Facilitates Uttarakhand’s First Frozen French Fries Export to Iraq
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Automation is no longer optional for potato processors, it's the difference between staying competitive and losing ground. Here's how modern processing lines are cutting waste, energy use, and labour dependency, all at once.
July 23, 2026
European Potato Processing Industry Focuses on Automation and Efficiency
European potato processors are prioritizing automation, resource use and flexible equipment as labour shortages, energy costs, climate risks and competition increase. Wyma highlights technologies help improve yields and resilience for future growth.
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España: ola de calor compromete la cosecha y fuerza medidas extraordinarias
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