Potato News
Global Potato Summit 2025 to Chart India’s Path to Global Leadership in the Potato Sector
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Dec 02, 2025.
The organiser of the Global Potato Summit (GPS) 2025, the Media Today Group just provided more details on the international conference and exhibition scheduled for 11–12 December 2025 at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida followed by live Farm Demonstrations near Hapur.Bauer to Showcase Rainmaster A4 Irrigator and New Slurry Tanker Features at LAMMA 2026
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Dec 01, 2025.
Bauer’s LAMMA highlights include the new Rainmaster A4 irrigator with PE hose and SmartRain connectivity, plus upgraded slurry tankers with contactless steering, new field-mapping controls, and a range of pumps and separators.Beirut Erbil Company Shines at AGRO PACK Erbil with Strong International Participation
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 30, 2025.
Beirut–Erbil Company successfully joined AGRO PACK Erbil, meeting industry leaders to explore partnerships that strengthen Iraq’s food supply chain. The team also welcomed the Dutch Ambassador, highlighting growing international interest in the Iraqi market.Pocatello Hosts 2026 Idaho Potato Conference Featuring Soil-Disease Panels and Industry Innovations
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 29, 2025.
The 58th Idaho Potato Conference will be held Jan. 21–22 in Pocatello, featuring panels, research updates, a trade show and sessions on soil-borne diseases, agronomy, storage and water issues. Registration is USD 40 before Jan. 14.FPS Food Process Solutions Named Finalist in Two Categories at the 2025 British Columbia Export Awards
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 29, 2025.
FPS Food Process Solutions has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2025 BC Export Awards: Manufactured Products and Diversified Exporter. The recognition highlights the company’s innovation, global growth, and strong industry impact.Kroeker Farms Announces CEO Succession: Wayne Rempel Moves to Senior Advisor, Harwin Bouwman Appointed CEO
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 28, 2025.
Kroeker Farms announces a CEO transition: Wayne Rempel becomes Senior Advisor after decades of leadership, and COO Harwin Bouwman is appointed CEO effective Dec 1, 2025.California Sweet Potato Industry Sees Rising Interest in Purple Varieties Amid Market Challenges
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 27, 2025.
Alongside a roasted turkey and stuffing, a traditional Thanksgiving meal in the United States usually includes sweet potatoes glazed with butter and brown sugar and topped with toasted mini marshmallows.FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026: Where Global Fresh Produce Meets Innovation and AI Trends
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 26, 2025.
FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026 (4–6 Feb, Berlin) gathers the global fresh produce industry for innovation, networking, and market insights. With 2,500+ exhibitors, expert forums, tech showcases, and the 20th Innovation Award, it drives the future of fresh produce.China expands its influence in the global potato processing market as sector develops
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 26, 2025.
China is emerging as a key player in the global potato processing market, according to a study by leading Chinese research institutes. Despite rapid growth, China still trails major processors but is steadily strengthening its position.Reading Bakery Systems Launches Hands-On Pretzel Training Seminar for February 3–4, 2026
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 26, 2025.
Reading Bakery Systems will host a hands-on Pretzel Training Seminar Feb 3–4, 2026 in PA, offering demos, activities, and expert guidance on pretzel production for both new and experienced makers. Limited space; registration required.McCain Foods Announces BRL 1.8 billion Expansion of Araxá Plant, Boosting Production and Sustainability in Brazil
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 26, 2025.
McCain Foods will invest BRL 1.8 billion (USD 334 million) to expand its Araxá (MG) plant, adding new French fry and pre-formed product lines. The project boosts capacity, supports rising demand and creates over 350 jobs.Poland Achieves Record Potato Exports in 2025 Amid Domestic Market Oversupply
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 25, 2025.
Poland exported a record 107,540 tonnes of potatoes from January to August 2025, supplying 31 countries. Ukraine led with 57,110 tonnes, followed by Romania, Moldova, Belarus, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Latvia, Spain, and the UK.Peak of the Market Named Sobeys’ 2024 Best Local Produce Supply Partner in Manitoba
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 24, 2025.
Sobeys has named Peak of the Market its 2024 Best Local Produce Supply Partner in Manitoba. Store managers recognized Peak for its quality, reliability, and strong relationship with Sobeys, highlighting their shared commitment to delivering fresh local produce.Kids an die Knolle 2026 – Registration Opens for German School Garden Potato Program
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 24, 2025.
The DKHV is relaunching the 'Kids an die Knolle' school garden program in 2026, inviting teachers and educators to register and receive 5 kg of free seed potatoes for hands-on learning. Schools can register until 15 February 2026.Forsfood Launches New Website with Expanded Product Insights and Industry Resources
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 24, 2025.
Forsfood has launched a new website featuring improved navigation, detailed product insights, and a dedicated section on its high-performance peelers. More case stories and resources will be added soon, with forsfood.com serving global users and forsfood.fi the Finnish market.The Little Potato Company Unveils Its Annual 2025 Holiday Campaign With Grocery Sweepstakes Across North America
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 19, 2025.
The Little Potato Company, the leading little potato brand in North America, has launched its third annual 'A Little Holiday Happiness Is...' campaign bringing festive convenience and joy to families during the busy holiday season.Lamb Weston Launches its Crispy Stealth-coated Fries in Singapore Retail
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 19, 2025.
Lamb Weston launches its crispy, Stealth-coated fries in Singapore for the first time, offering four signature cuts at FairPrice stores. Packs use eco-friendly materials, with promo pricing and sampling roadshows starting 22 Nov.Pakistan and Korea Join Hands to Establish Seed Potato Centre at PARC to Cut Imports and Boost Local Production
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 18, 2025.
Pakistan and KOICA discussed a feasibility study for a Seed Potato Production Centre at PARC, Islamabad. The project aims to cut seed imports, boost yields with Korean tech like aeroponics, and supply virus-free certified seed to over 100,000 farmers.Senegal Boosts Food Sovereignty with Arrival of Seed Potatoes for the 2025–2026 Campaign
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 12, 2025.
Senegal’s MASAE received containers with seed potatoes at Dakar Port for the 2025–2026 campaign, marking progress toward food sovereignty with 20,000+ tons of seeds and 7.3 billion FCFA (EUR 11.13 million) in state support.Potato Expo 2026 Set to Bring Global Potato Industry Together in Dallas for Innovation, Networking, and Sustainability
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 08, 2025.
Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest potato industry event, heads to Dallas Jan. 6–8. Featuring 180 exhibitors, 30+ sessions, and major networking, it unites the global potato supply chain to drive innovation, advocacy, and collaboration.A Maine family farm thrives by growing specialty potatoes
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Nov 06, 2025.
Aroostook County has long been referred to as Maine’s Potato Empire. Because of the relatively short season in the County and its rich, fertile soil, potatoes became the dominant crop as non-indigenous settlement increased in the 19th century.RPE's Organic Potato Program continues to expand
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 11, 2016.
Organic produce is in record-high demand, selling more than $11 billion worth in 2015 alone. To meet the demand, RPE, Inc., has been continually expanding its organic program.Wal-Mart to phase out Organic Food brand Wild Oats
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on May 17, 2016.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is phasing out its Wild Oats organic food brand, according to people familiar with the matter, dropping a line of products introduced two years ago to bring inexpensive organics to the masses.AAFC invented wireworm trap 'could be a major breakthrough'
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 21, 2016.
A wireworm trap invented at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada on PEI 'could be a major breakthrough'Potato cultivation partly to blame for landslide in Indonesia
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 12, 2016.
Potatoes cultivation is partly to blame for a recent landslide in Wonosobo, Central Java, as farmers engage in unsafe planting practices that harm the environment to try to reap high prices - according to a study revealed last week.EPA Approves Federal Potato Registration for non-fumigant nematicide Velum® Prime
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 10, 2016.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted federal registration of the new, non-fumigant nematicide Velum® Prime offered by Bayer CropScience's for use on potatoes.AHDB Potatoes turns to top food bloggers to boost consumption
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 08, 2016.
“Harnessing the power of leading bloggers and vloggers, as well as Twitter, Facebook and YouTube channels will enable us [AHDB Potatoes] to reach more consumers and engage with them on a more regular and impactful basis. As research shows, this is clearly the way forward.”Tomorrow's Leaders Trained at 2016 Potato Industry Leadership Institute
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 01, 2016.
From February 17-24, Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI) participants traveled from potato growing regions across the United States to attend eight days of industry training and professional development.Potato Prices in West Bengal may shoot up 50-65% by April-May
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 25, 2016.
Potato prices in West Bengal may shoot up as much as 50-65% by April-May to Rs 18-20 per kg owing to an expected fall in production in West Bengal, which is said to have brought in speculators into playDutch company to support commercial Angola potato production
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 25, 2016.
An unidentified agricultural company from the Netherlands will support farmers in large scale potato production in the irrigated area of Matala, in Angola’s Huila province.