Potato News
Goodrich Cereals to Showcase Innovative Potato Products at FI India, Greater Noida
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 04, 2025.
Goodrich Cereals showcases premium potato flakes and frozen potato products at FI India, Greater Noida (Stand 9E54). Explore sustainable, high-quality solutions for restaurants, QSRs, and food service. Visit to discover the future of potato innovation!Foodtech Packtech 2025: TNA Solutions Brings End-to-End Systems for New Zealand Food Producers
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.
TNA Solutions, a global leader in food processing and packaging, will showcase its integrated systems capabilities at Foodtech Packtech 2025, taking place 2-4 September in Auckland.Royal Avebe Acquires Solan to Expand Potato Portfolio with Flakes and Granules
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.
Royal Avebe acquires Solan, Poland’s leading potato flakes & granules producer. The move, part of Avebe’s 'Strengthen & Accelerate' strategy, expands its portfolio, adds 100+ staff & 140 farmers, and keeps SOLAN® brand under Avebe’s umbrella.Tummers and PolySense Partner to Launch AI-Powered, Data-Driven Potato Processing Solutions
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.
Tummers and PolySense partner to launch AI-powered, camera-based potato processing. Debuting on the Delta Roller Spreader, it boosts efficiency, cuts waste, and fuels Tummers Connect, the digital platform for smarter, data-driven operations.PotatoEurope 2025 in Lelystad: World-Leading Potato Event with 300+ Exhibitors and Global Innovations
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2025.
PotatoEurope 2025 takes place 3–4 Sept. at WUR Lelystad with 300+ exhibitors & visitors from 119 countries. Highlights: trial harvests, ICM & market conferences, live demos from harvest to sorting, and innovation test fields.Indian AI Startup Agrograde Revolutionizes Potato Supply Chain Efficiency as India Eyes Global Production Leadership
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 31, 2025.
As India prepares to overtake China as the world's largest potato producer, a homegrown startup is tackling one of the sector's most persistent challenges: the massive revenue losses caused by poor grading and sorting practices.Branston Showcases New potato varieties: Inca Rosa and a yet to be named Nutty Salad Variety Set to Hit Supermarket Shelves
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 29, 2025.
Branston potato growers gathered in Lincolnshire to explore new varieties, including a nutty salad potato and Inca Rosa, aimed at supermarkets by 2026. The field walk showcased trials, yields, and innovations, with Tesco also backing the development.Allround Vegetable Processing: Pioneering Vegetable Processing Innovation for the Indian Market & Neighboring Country
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 29, 2025.
Allround Vegetable Processing leads India’s pre-processing sector with modular machinery, e-Gate IoT cold storage, AI-driven R&D, and expanding plants, reducing waste, boosting yields, and delivering European innovation for Indian conditions.FPS Food Process Solutions Expands Potato Processing Expertise with Industry Veterans Dave Rogers, Mike Holden, and Ronald Muller
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 29, 2025.
FPS Food Process Solutions expands its End-to-End French fry processing expertise with senior hires Dave Rogers, Mike Holden & Ronald Muller, bringing decades of global potato industry experience to enhance operations, projects & customer support.Start of 2025 Potato Starch Campaign: First Deliveries to Avebe in Gasselternijveen
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 28, 2025.
Last week marked the start of the 2025 potato starch campaign at Aebe. Over the coming months, potatoes will be delivered six days a week to Royal Avebe’s factoriesArgentina: first shipment from Lamb Weston’s new plant bound for Brazil
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 28, 2025.
The first container of locally grown potatoes produced by Lamb Weston will soon depart from the port of Mar del Plata bound for Brazil, marking a milestone for both the company and the region.Investindustrial Acquires Kiremko, Idaho Steel and Reyco to Build Global Leader in Potato Processing Equipment
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 28, 2025.
Investindustrial will acquire Kiremko, Idaho Steel, and Reyco, leading potato processing equipment makers. The deal unites 3 family-owned firms into a global platform, aiming for growth via integration, innovation, and expansion.Smarter, Safer, Stronger - Haith 2026 Rota-Tip TE Redefines Box Handling
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 28, 2025.
Haith, a UK-based manufacturer of vegetable handling systems, will attend Potato Europe 2025 with its European representative, SWP Machinery. The company will present the 2026 Rota-Tip TE (top eject) at stand VD10.United States Retail Potato Sales Volume Grows During the July 2024-March 2025 Period
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2025.
United States retail sales of potatoes maintained strong volume over the nine months from July 2024 to March 2025. Despite a small (-0.5%) drop in dollar sales to USD 14.72 billionBeirut Erbil Company Hosts Bulgarian Consul, Showcases Projects and Explores Iraq-Bulgaria Trade Opportunities
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2025.
Beirut Erbil Company welcomed Bulgarian Consul Vasil Vasilev, Dr. Trifon Iliev, and a delegation who praised its potato chips plant, warehouses, quality labs, and discussed future Iraq-Bulgaria trade and investment opportunities.TNA Solutions to Showcase Advanced Pellet Fryer and Smart Packaging Systems at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2025.
TNA Solutions will showcase the tna conti-pro PEL 3 fryer and integrated systems at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025, booth W‑2350, offering efficient pellet/extruded snack frying, seamless distribution, automated packaging, and less waste.UK Potato Growers Urged to Stay Alert as Colorado Beetle Threatens Crops
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2025.
Potato growers are urged to watch for the Colorado beetle, a pest threatening UK crops. Spot yellow-cream beetles with black stripes or red larvae. Report sightings with photos to APHA or the Scottish Government to protect biosecurity.Next-Generation Potato Harvester: AVR Launches Spirit 9200i VW
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2025.
Following the successful introduction of the Spirit 9200i in 2024, AVR is now launching the Spirit 9200i VW: all the strengths of AVR’s most recent trailed harvester, completed with the patented Varioweb cleaning system.Chick-fil-A Launches New Waffle Potato Chips and Sauce-Inspired Flavors Nationwide
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
Chick-fil-A launches new menu items Aug. 18, including the Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich, Cherry Berry beverages, and Waffle Potato Chips in Original and Chick-fil-A Sauce flavors, available as a side, snack, or retail bag in select locations.Bumper Potato Harvest in Nigeria Drives Down Prices, Attracts Buyers Across Africa
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
Irish potato farmers in Plateau State, Nigeria, report higher yields this season, with tubers harvested in larger sizes and volumes than in recent years. The increase has followed several years of low yields.Multiple Parties are interested to acquire Bankrupt Chilled Potato Producer CelaVita.
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
Following the recent announcement of CêlaVíta's bankruptcy, several companies have expressed interest in acquiring the Dutch producer of chilled potatoes. This raises cautious hopes for a possible restart, according to bankruptcy trustee Frans Aartsen.James Hutton Institute Introduces Malaika and Glen Potato Varieties to Combat Devastating Pest in Kenya
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
The James Hutton Institute introduced two PCN-resistant potato varieties, Malaika and Glen, in Kenya. Developed with international partners, they boost yields, support food security, and meet local farmers’ needs for fast-cooking, low-dormancy potatoes.Maine Potato Harvest at Risk as Drought Threatens Crops and Farmers Turn to Irrigation
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
Drought across Maine, with 80% of the state affected, threatens potato harvests. Experts warn stunted growth, urging irrigation. The USD 1.3 Billion industry faces risks as relief isn’t expected until early autumn.It's a deal! Agristo signs development agreement with Grand Forks for USD 450 million potato processing plant
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2025.
Agristo, a leading Belgian potato processor with six global branches, will invest USD 450M in its first North American facility in Grand Forks. Construction starts 2026, with production set for fall 2028.Chef Catherine McCord Teams Up with McCain Foods to Make Back-to-School Dinners Fun on TipsOnTV
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 25, 2025.
Chef Catherine McCord teams up with McCain® Foods this back-to-school season to make mealtime easier and more joyful. McCain® Smiles—crispy, fun potato sides ready in under 10 minutes—bring families together with simple recipes and shared smiles.LOMA Systems to present latest X-ray and Metal Detection Innovations at PPMA Total 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 25, 2025.
LOMA Systems will showcase its latest inspection technologies and online training at PPMA Total 2025, NEC, from 23–25 September. The UK debuts include the X5DE Space Saver X-ray and IQ4M RUN-WET® metal detector at stand E14.Seed Potato Areas in Western Europe Surge 9.5% in 2025, Driven by Processing and Export Varieties
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 21, 2025.
Seed potato areas in Western Europe reached 106,864 ha in 2025, up 9,297 ha (+9.53%) from 2024. Netherlands, France and Germany account for 80%. Growth is led by processing and export varieties, confirming their strategic role.Oxbo and Allan Equipment Team Up to Advance Potato Planting and Harvesting in North America
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 20, 2025.
Strategic partnership between Oxbo and Allan Equipment. Enhanced product portfolio to meet the demand of potato growers. Complementary strengths leveraging Allan’s technical innovation with Oxbo’s network.Mashed Potatoes Reign as Top American Comfort Food, Survey Reveals Regional and Generational Potato Trends
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 20, 2025.
Mashed potatoes top America’s comfort list, but a YouGov survey for National Potato Day reveals regional and generational favorites: rural areas love potato salad, urban areas prefer gnocchi/poutine, Boomers stick to classics, Gen Z tries tacos.Potatoes in Practice: a growing success
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 19, 2025.
Potato Professionals in the United Kingdom gathered for the annual Potatoes in Practice (PiP)event, hosted by the National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC), in partnership with SRUC and Agrii, at The James Hutton Institute’s Baldruddery Farm.