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Agristo Launches Major U.S. Expansion with Grand Forks Potato Plant

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 26, 2025.

Agristo begins site preparation for its first U.S. potato plant on 360 acres in Grand Forks, ND. Set to open Jan 2028, it will produce fries, tots and more using 20,000+ acres of potatoes. Groundbreaking planned for Apr 2026.

New Zealand based potato chip company Proper Crisps looks to close Nelson factory

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 25, 2025.

Nelson mayor Dr Nick Smith says the region is 'punch drunk with bad news' following a proposal from potato chip company Proper Crisps to close its factory and move manufacturing to Auckland. The company, owned by Griffin’s, on Thursday signalled the proposed closure of its Stoke factory in late 2027.

Potato Autumn Exchange 2025: Record Harvest and Transport Challenges Dominate German Potato Trade Talks

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 25, 2025.

The 72nd Potato Autumn Exchange in Hamburg tackled rising transport costs, CO₂ pricing, and logistics challenges amid Europe’s record potato harvest. Leaders discussed solutions like digital tools and alternative drives to boost supply chain efficiency.

Vanmark Introduces Helix Hydrocutting System to Produce High-Quality Curly Fries

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 24, 2025.

Vanmark, an industrial potato and produce processing equipment manufacturer, announced its new Helix Hydrocutting System, designed to help curly fry producers achieve high volume with maximum results and yield.

Azerbaijan Potato Exports Rise by Forty-Seven Percent in 2025

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 24, 2025.

Azerbaijan, located between Eastern Europe and Western Asia, is reinforcing its role in the regional potato trade. With potatoes as a key crop, investments in modern farming and storage have boosted exports, giving fresh momentum to the sector.

Key Technology Unveils new COMPASS® Optical Sorter for Potato Chips at Pack Expo Las Vegas 2025

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 24, 2025.

Key Technology introduces COMPASS® optical sorter for potato chips at Pack Expo. Belt-fed with easy-to-use interface, it removes defects and foreign material, ensures food safety, boosts efficiency, enables fast cleaning, and offers IIoT analytics.

HyFarm Paathshala Empowers Potato Farmers in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh with Training to Boost Yield and Quality

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 23, 2025.

Ahmedabad-based HyFarm, a vertical of the HyFun Group, has launched a first-of-its-kind farm school designed to take knowledge out of classrooms and into the fields where farmers work.

McCain Foods to Invest USD 480 Million in the Largest Food Processing Plant in Madhya Pradesh, India

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 22, 2025.

McCain Foods will establish Madhya Pradesh’s largest food processing plant. On July 3, Pierre Danet and Mainak Dhar met Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav to formalize the landmark INR 4,000 crore (USD 480 million) investment

Mooij Agro Launches Croptimiz-r MAX: Next-Gen Controller for Smart, Energy-Efficient Potato Storage

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 22, 2025.

Mooij Agro launches Croptimiz-r MAX, a next-gen controller for crop storage. It manages up to 16 cells, automates climate control, cuts energy use, and protects crop quality. Key features include a 12” touchscreen, EVA assistant, and remote access.

Oregon Potato Industry Faces Rising Costs and Export Risks Amid U.S. Tariffs

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 22, 2025.

Eastern Oregon potato growers face rising costs as U.S. tariffs hit fertilizer, equipment, and exports. Industry leaders warn of lost markets to China and long-term risks if tariffs persist.

Syngenta Biostimulants Boost Potato Yields and Stress Resilience at Potatoes in Practice

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 22, 2025.

Biostimulant strategies can help potato crops better cope with field stress conditions, as well as enhance tuber numbers and proportion of marketable crop, according to results of plots at Potatoes in Practice Open Day at the James Hutton Institute.

VITO AG Launches Next-Generation XM Frying Oil Filter for Restaurant Fryers

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 21, 2025.

As the market leader in frying oil filtration, VITO AG has introduced the new VITO XM Frying Oil Filter - the next evolution of one of its most successful products.

Electrifying Weed Control: Canada’s Weed Zapper Research Powers a Chemical-Free Future for Crops

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 21, 2025.

Prince Edward Island researchers are testing the Weed Zapper, an electric tool offering a chemical-free alternative to herbicides. The 2-year study aims to cut costs, limit weed spread, and support sustainable pest management in horticulture crops.

Corteva Launches Zorvec Entecta Fungicide in India to Boost Potato Yield

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 21, 2025.

Corteva launches Zorvec Entecta in India, a fungicide for grapes and potatoes, offering long-lasting protection against Downy Mildew and Late Blight. Rain-fast and systemic, it ensures healthy growth, high yields, and sustainable disease management.

General Mills Eyes Stake in Balaji Wafers as Global Competition Intensifies for Indian Snack Leader

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 21, 2025.

Unites State based food giant General Mills Inc is exploring an investment in Balaji Wafers, joining a crowded field of suitors that includes PepsiCo, ITC Ltd, and several private equity funds, according to a report by The Economic Times (ET).

Building the Future of Frozen Potatoes: Lamb Weston Landmark Investment in Mar del Plata, Argentina

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 20, 2025.

Romina Broda, CEO of Lamb Weston in Argentina, explains that the decision to build the most modern potato processing plant in Latin America from scratch in the Mar del Plata Industrial Park reflects the company’s commitment to innovation.

Backer’s Potato Chips Boosts Efficiency with Advanced Bulk Storage Bin System Upgrade by Vanmark

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 19, 2025.

Backer’s Potato Chips upgraded its aging bulk storage system with Vanmark’s six-bin solution, boosting unloading speed, reducing downtime, and cutting maintenance costs—allowing the family business to focus on growth and meeting rising demand.

Potato Flood 2025: Global Oversupply Triggers Price Collapse and Reshapes Food Markets

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 19, 2025.

Global potato markets face a 'Potato Flood' as production outpaces demand, causing price crashes and farmer losses. Rising output from Europe, Asia, Egypt, Turkey, and new exporters China and India fuels oversupply, worsened by U.S. tariffs on EU fries.

Egypt’s Potato Exports to Malaysia Reach Record High in 2025 with 146% Growth, Driven by Rising Demand and Market Diversification

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 19, 2025.

Egypt’s potato exports to Malaysia hit a record 2,500 tonnes in Jan–July 2025, doubling 2024 volumes. Malaysia’s market share rose to 1.5%, reflecting Egypt’s growing export footprint and diversification strategy in Southeast Asia.

Hungritos Launches Crispy Criss-Cross Waffle Fries at Fine Food Australia 2025, Showcasing Innovation in Frozen Snacks

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 19, 2025.

Hungritos showcased innovative potato snacks at Fine Food Australia 2025, Sydney, Sept 8‑11. The highlight was the launch of crispy criss-cross Waffle Fries, attracting global interest and boosting partnerships for future snack innovations.

EUROPLANT supports AGUAPAN to Preserve Potato Biodiversity and Support Climate-Resilient Breeding

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 16, 2025.

EUROPLANT marked major anniversaries by raising €20,000 (USD 21,400) for AGUAPAN, a Peruvian initiative preserving potato diversity crucial for breeding, climate resilience, and global food security.

Potato Europe 2025: A challenging but resilient future for potato trade

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 16, 2025.

On August 27, 2025, industry leaders met in the Netherlands for the conference Europe’s Place in a Changing Potato World, co-organised by Potato Europe, Europatat and World Potato Markets during Potato Europe 2025.

Idahoan Foods Launches +PROTEIN Mashed Potatoes for Nutritious, Convenient Meals

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 16, 2025.

Idahoan Foods introduces +PROTEIN™ Mashed Potatoes, made with 100% Idaho potatoes and packed with 6g of protein per serving. With 24g per pouch, they offer comfort food that supports nutrition goals while keeping you fuller longer.

PM Modi to open World Food India 2025, positioning India as global food hub

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 15, 2025.

PM Modi will inaugurate World Food India 2025 on Sept 25 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The 4-day mega event will showcase India as a food hub, with 21 nations, 150 global participants, pavilions, summits and ₹770cr (USD 92.4 Million) PMFME support.

Washington-Oregon Potato Conference 2026: Innovation, Networking, and Industry Insights

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 15, 2025.

The Washington-Oregon Potato Conference 2026 will once again unite growers, processors, suppliers, and stakeholders. Known as a premier industry event, it offers innovation, insights, and valuable networking opportunities for the potato sector.

Meeting the Fresh Challenge: FAM STUMABO Trio Transforms Vegetable Processing

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 15, 2025.

With rising pressure on cost, consistency, and speed, fresh-cut vegetable processors are rethinking equipment. FAM STUMABO’s trio—Dorphy™ TM, Centris™ 315, and Flexis—delivers faster changeovers, higher throughput, and superior product quality.

French Fries at McDonalds in the Netherlands are very Dutch

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 14, 2025.

French Fries from McDonald’s may be world-famous, but they often grow just around the corner. Behind every portion of fries stand local farmers cultivating the potatoes, and Dutch entrepreneurs working together for more sustainable potato farming.

SNAC International Brings Together Broad Food Industry for 2025 Legal and Regulatory Forum

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 14, 2025.

SNAC International, the leading trade association for the snack industry, is proud to announce it will host the 2025 Industry Legal & Regulatory Forum on November 11–12, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

Four New ICAR-CPRI Potato Varieties to Boost Productivity and Processing Approved Across India

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 13, 2025.

Agriculture Ministry approves 4 new ICAR-CPRI potato varieties—Kufri Ratan, Kufri Tejas, Kufri Chipbharat-1 & 2—for nationwide cultivation, boosting yields, processing quality & farmer returns, strengthening India’s potato sector.

Al-Jouf Launches World-Class French Fry Factory with Kiremko: Transforming Saudi Potatoes into Global Excellence

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 13, 2025.

Al-Jouf, in partnership with Kiremko, rapidly built and expanded a world-class French fry plant in Saudi Arabia, boosting capacity from 5 to 7.5 MT/hr in record time, delivering premium fries for regional and global markets.
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