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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.

Alimento will officially launch its GloryFry potato product line in Bangladesh next week after a year of development. Supported by Planten Agro Ltd., SOLANA Group, and Bonton Foods, the range includes fries, wedges, hash browns, smileys, and nuggets.

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.

ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA launches FRESHTech at its 2026 Hong Kong show, introducing a dedicated tech zone, expert stage and Innovation Award focused on AI, automation, cold chain, traceability and sustainability in the fresh produce value chain.

Agrico reports strong performance from Babylon, Vogue, Paradiso and Fajah potato varieties in Cyprus despite heavy rainfall, cold weather and strong winds. New varieties Feliz, Jamaica and Sivas also show promising results.

Madhya Pradesh is emerging as a strategic hub for India’s French fry potato industry, driven by early harvests, suitable soil conditions, rising processor-grade cultivation, and expanding cold storage and agro-processing infrastructure.

West Bengal govt lifts interstate potato movement restrictions, easing trade for farmers. Move expected to improve market access, reduce local oversupply, and boost prices. Earlier curbs had limited sales outside state during peak harvests.

HyFarm partners with Sri BioAesthetics Pvt. Ltd. to deploy microbiome-driven soil immunity, reducing diseases and improving potato yield, seed quality, and processing consistency via SoilFirst™ trials in Gujarat and Punjab.

Rising El Niño risk threatens potato supply by disrupting temperature and rainfall. Heat, drought, and excess moisture cut yields and quality, strain supply chains, and raise prices, underscoring the need for climate resilient farming systems.

The bumper potato harvest in West Bengal's Singur has led to a price crash and large-scale wastage. On the ground, heaps of potatoes are lying in the open, with produce rotting and farmers dumping stock.

Bangladesh launches its first international-standard frozen French fries, 'Gloryfry' developed by Planten Agro Limited and Alimento. Using Edison potatoes from Solana Group, it aims to cut imports and boost exports.

Potato seeds rarely make national headlines. Yet in China's western highlands, they are becoming a strategic asset. For years, discussions about food security have focused on acreage, yields and imports.

The International Potato Center (CIP) has appointed Dr. Sudhanshu Singh as the Regional Director for South Asia and Director of the CIP South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC).

A bumper potato harvest in the district this season has brought relief and optimism to farmers, as favorable weather and the absence of pest attacks led to higher-than-expected production.

Kazakhstan’s Pavlodar region and China’s Snow Valley plan a USD 100–200 million potato processing complex. The project will produce fries, support breeding, and build logistics, boosting value-added output, jobs, and agricultural capacity.

Russia has lifted its ban on importing potatoes from Pakistan, allowing shipments from Punjab to enter the Russian Federation, effective April 8.

The International Potato Center (CIP) and the Agricultural Genomics Institute at Shenzhen, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, signed a cooperation agreement in Shenzhen on March 19, 2026, establishing the CIP & AGIS-CAAS Joint Laboratory

Global Potato Summit 2026 (Dec 16–17, Gandhinagar) unites global potato stakeholders. Showcasing India’s rising production, exports, and processing strength, the event will drive innovation, partnerships, and industry growth.