Urschel to Showcase Little Gem Aspire Dicer at Tecno Fidta 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 12, 2026.

Urschel will showcase its Little Gem Aspire™ Dicer at Tecno Fidta 2026 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from September 15-18. The compact dicer is designed for continuous produce cutting and streamlined food processing operations.

Clarebout Potatoes Proposes Moeskroen 1 Closure as Capacity Exceeds Frozen Potato Demand

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2026.

Clarebout Potatoes is proposing to close its Moeskroen 1 plant in Belgium as frozen potato production capacity exceeds expected demand. The potential closure could affect 392 employees, while investment will continue at other facilities.

PepsiCo India Inaugurates USD 81.5 Million Potato Chips Plant in Assam

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2026.

PepsiCo India inaugurated a USD 81.5 million potato chips plant in Assam that will source potatoes locally, support thousands of farmers and increase annual potato requirements from 30,000 MT to 70,000 MT by 2030.

PepsiCo Global Agro University 2026 Brings Potato Growers and Experts From Over 35 Countries to Germany

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2026.

PepsiCo's 2026 Global Agro University brought potato growers and agricultural experts to Germany to share practical knowledge and technologies for improving potato yield, quality, storage, precision farming and production efficiency worldwide.

Heat and Control to Debut Spray Dynamics Symphony IKS at Anuga FoodTec India 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2026.

Heat and Control will debut its Spray Dynamics Symphony IKS at Anuga FoodTec India 2026, introducing a new in-kitchen seasoning system designed for consistent application, reduced seasoning dust and easier cleaning.

Mexico: National Potato Congress 2026 will bring the potato sector together in Mexico City

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 08, 2026.

The National Potato Congress 2026 will bring together the Mexican potato sector from October 14 to 16 in Mexico City to address innovation, productivity, sustainability and commercialization.

Keogh's Crisps Secures Largest Overseas Distribution Deal With Publix in the United States

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 07, 2026.

Keogh's Crisps has secured its largest overseas distribution deal, bringing five crisp flavours to 1,400 Publix stores in the United States, now its largest export market.

WPC 2026 Farmers Field Day Takes Shape Ahead of Global Potato Congress in Kenya

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 07, 2026.

WPC 2026 preparations are accelerating in Kenya, with the Farmers Field Day at FreshCrop taking shape alongside new speakers, partners and international registrations ahead of the global potato Congress in Naivasha.

Calbee Potato Harvest Ceremony 2026 Highlights Stronger Hokkaido Potato Quality and Yield

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 07, 2026.

Calbee Potato expects Hokkaido’s 2026 processing potato crop to reach 240,000–250,000 tons, with better quality and yields than 2025. Favorable temperatures and rainfall have boosted growth, although heavy rain remains a major harvest risk now.

McCain Foods India Appoints Aditya Krishna as Managing Director

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 07, 2026.

McCain Foods India has appointed Aditya Krishna as Managing Director, effective August 1, 2026. He will lead growth, strengthen grower partnerships and continue developing French Fries potato varieties suited to Indian conditions.

FAO Food Price Index rises in August amid broad-based increases, led by sugar

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 06, 2026.

The FAO Food Price Index averaged 131.1 points in July 2026, up 0.7 points from its June level. Increases in the price indices for cereals, sugar and vegetable oils were partially offset by declines in those for meat and dairy products.

EUROPLANT and Finpom Highlight Finland Seed Potato Advantage Amid Rising Virus Pressure in Europe

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 04, 2026.

Finpom highlights northern Finland's advantages for high-grade seed potato production as climate change raises virus risks in Europe, while expanding its EUROPLANT portfolio with LARISSA, JUVENTA, Filipa, FAVOLA and INA.

Aardappeldemodag 2026 Draws Over 4,500 Visitors as Dutch Potato Sector Faces Year of Extremes

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 03, 2026.

Aardappeldemodag 2026 brought over 4,500 visitors to Westmaas amid a challenging year for the Dutch potato sector. The event focused on market pressures, extreme growing conditions, knowledge sharing, machinery and innovation.

Belgian Fries Under Threat as Extreme Heat Shrinks Potato Crop

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2026.

Belgium’s potato crop is shrinking under extreme heat and drought, threatening supplies for its famous fries. Smaller potatoes could tighten availability, raise costs and push up prices across the country’s € frozen fries industry.

PepsiCo Launches Kurkure Aloo Chips and Lay's Potato Crackers in India and Bangladesh

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2026.

PepsiCo has announced new snack launches across India and Bangladesh, including Kurkure Aloo Chips, Kurkure Ribbon Pakoda, Lay's Potato Crackers and Quaker protein snacks, combining regional flavours, new textures and nutrition needs.

PotatoEurope marks 20 years with new venue, more exhibitors and a stronger focus on innovation

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

PotatoEurope 2026 will bring together around 290 companies on September 9 and 10 in Springe, Germany. The trade fair will be held alongside SugarBeet Expo and will highlight innovations in machinery, digitalization, automation and artificial intelligence.

Argentina: PapaDX applies artificial intelligence to diagnose problems in potato crops

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

In Argentina, the PapaDX app incorporates artificial intelligence to analyze images of potato crops, guide diagnoses of sanitary, nutritional or environmental problems, issue weather alerts and support management decisions without replacing professional assessment.

Ellips Launches CleanFlow Pre-Sorter to Remove Stones, Clods and Defects Before Grading

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

Ellips introduces the CleanFlow Pre-Sorter, using True-AI to remove stones, clods and defects before potato and onion storage or grading, handling up to 120 t/h while reducing equipment wear, storage losses and manual labour.

KFC Malaysia and Mister Potato Launch Spicy, Crunchy Limited-Edition Collaboration

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

KFC Malaysia and Mister Potato launch a limited-time collaboration featuring spicy crispy chicken, a crunchy Zinger burger and Cheezy Wedges-inspired chips for the Merdeka and Malaysia Day season.

European Potato Acreage Declines as Heatwaves Put Yields Under Pressure

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

European potato supplies are tightening as acreage declines and heatwaves pressure yields. France is particularly affected by severe water stress, prompting CNIPT to call for purchasing and sales strategies to reflect current market conditions.

Pringles Launches Thicker Dippers Designed for Dipping

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2026.

Pringles is launching Dippers, its first thicker, sturdier and wavier crisps designed for dipping, in three flavors this September. The brand is also expanding its Mingles range with a new Sweet & Salty flavor.

Idaho Potato Harvest Preparations Underway at Hansen Farms Amid Heat and Water Concerns

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 31, 2026.

Hansen Farms in Rupert, Idaho, is preparing for its September 14 potato harvest as summer heat affects crop quality and water concerns grow. The fourth-generation farm grows seven potato varieties across about 60 fields.

Improved Potato Seeds Deliver Strong Results in Dubarwa, Eritrea

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 31, 2026.

Improved potato seeds distributed to farmers in Dubarwa, Eritrea, are delivering strong yields and showing resistance to pests and diseases. A total of 160 quintals of seed potatoes were planted across five hectares.

Europe: Industrial potato harvest could fall below 40 million tonnes.

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 31, 2026.

In Europe, the industrial potato harvest could fall below 40 million tonnes in 2026 due to reduced plantings, heat and drought, while tighter supply and rising exports are already pushing processing potato prices higher.

Scottish Researchers Develop New Bacteriocin-Based Approach to Protect Potato Crops

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 30, 2026.

Scottish researchers led by the University of Glasgow have developed a bacteriocin-based treatment to suppress potato blackleg and soft rot. Supported by IBioIC the research has led to spin-out Casdu Crop Solutions.

Haith and GRIMME to Co-Exhibit for the First Time at PotatoEurope 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 27, 2026.

Haith and GRIMME will co-exhibit for the first time at PotatoEurope 2026 in Springe, Germany, presenting complementary solutions spanning potato planting, harvesting, post-harvest handling, washing, grading and packing.

Emsland Group Strengthens Agricultural Partnerships With New Office in Emlichheim

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2026.

Emsland Group Strengthens Collaboration With Agricultural Partners Through New Office Building in Emlichheim

Orion Targets Global Potato Snack Growth as Sales Approach KRW 1 Trillion

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 26, 2026.

Orion recorded KRW 874 billion (USD 672.31 million) in global potato snack sales, with overseas markets contributing 73%, as it expands production in South Korea and China and strengthens Pocachip, Oh! Gamja, Swingchip and Yegam globally.

Simplot and Tasmanian Potato Growers Remain at Odds Over French Fry Contracts

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 24, 2026.

Simplot and Tasmanian potato growers remain at odds over prices and supply terms, with growers also concerned about contract cuts and a planned 30,000-tonne reduction in potato volumes through the Ulverstone processing plant.

Harinder Farms Showcases Seed Potato Varieties at 2nd Punjab Potato Growers Kissan Mela

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 22, 2026.

Harinder Farms participated in the 2nd Punjab Potato Growers Kissan Mela in Mullanpur Dakha, Punjab, showcasing seed potato varieties and engaging with farmers on variety selection, crop care, agronomy and market requirements.