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HZPC completes acquisition of IPM Potato Group
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.
Royal HZPC Group has finalized the acquisition of IPM Potato Group, following the initial announcement made in October 2025. With all required conditions now fulfilled, IPM officially becomes part of Royal HZPC Group.El Nino risk may push global temperatures to record highs in 2027
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.
Weather agencies and climate scientists have pointed to the possibility of an El Niño forming in the Pacific Ocean later this year – a phenomenon that could push global temperatures to all-time record highs in 2027.FAO Food Price Index falls for fifth consecutive month in January 2026, driven by lower dairy, meat and sugar prices
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.
The FAO Food Price Index averaged 125.1 points in November 2025, down 1.2 percent from October and marking a third consecutive monthly decline. Lower prices for dairy products, meat, sugar and vegetable oils outweighed an increase in the cereal index.Future of Maris Piper under the spotlight during GB Potatoes industry debate
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 06, 2026.
'Maris Piper has had its day; or has it?' That was the provocative title of a GB Potatoes debate at the British Potato Industry Event, where industry leaders discussed whether the long-standing variety still has a place in modern potato production.McCain Foods expands regenerative agriculture with third Farm of the Future in the United Kingdom
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.
McCain Foods, the UK largest manufacturer of prepared potato products, has announced plans to launch a new Farm of the Future in North Yorkshire, home of McCain GB headquarters for more than 50 years.United Kingdom confirms eradication of Colorado potato beetle after two years of surveillance
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.
The UK has officially eradicated the Colorado Beetle following two years of intensive surveillance and biosecurity activity. The pest was detected in Kent in July 2023, with one further finding later that year.SNAC International appoints Cindy Kuester as President and CEO
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.
SNAC International has announced the appointment of Cindy Kuester as its new President & CEO, effective February 9, 2026. Kuester brings more than 25 years of experience in the food industry, having spent many years at Snak King.NAV Warns: Slightly Lower Potato Costs in 2026 Leave No Room for Contract Price Cuts
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.
The NAV Working Group for Potatoes for Consumption (WCA) has again estimated the cost price for the coming season (2026). In recent years, from the 2022 harvest through 2025, potato growers have faced a significant increase in cost prices.Flikweert Vision launches Divider Select optical sorter optimized for potato and onion growers at Fruit Logistica
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.
Flikweert Vision, globally active and a leading specialist in optical sorting for potatoes and onions, introduces the Divider Select during Fruit Logistica.Europe: free trade agreement with Mercosur put on hold
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.
The protests by the productive sector managed to halt the ratification of the agreement, which will now have to be re-evaluated by the European courts before it can either move forward or be permanently shelved.China: investment in technology makes it possible to produce in the middle of winter
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.
Thanks to technological innovation, agricultural facilities in Gansu enable the vegetable industry to supply fresh products consistently throughout the year.United States expands fresh and chipping potato export to South Korea with 11 additional states approved
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.
Eleven additional states can export fresh table-stock and chipping potatoes to South Korea, according to a Jan. 23 agreement announced by the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.McCain Foods releases 2025 Global Sustainability Report and announces its third Farm of the Future
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 03, 2026.
McCain Foods has released its 2025 Global Sustainability Report, sharing progress toward its sustainability commitments with the completion of a key pledge made in 2021, and outlines refreshed sustainability targets to 2030.Campbell's plans to close Hyannis Cape Cod potato chip plant
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 02, 2026.
The Campbell's Company plans to close the Cape Cod potato chip plant in Hyannis, Massachusetts and shift production to other facilities as part of an efficiency drive.Beirut Erbil Company showcases dual presence at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 02, 2026.
Beirut Erbil Company participated in Gulfood 2026 through two parallel exhibitions within the world’s largest food and beverage event, which opened on January 22, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre and the Dubai Expo Exhibition Centre.Record German Potato Harvest Leads to Massive Free Giveaways Across Berlin
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 01, 2026.
Germans consume an average of 63 kg of potatoes per person each year, according to official statistics. However, an exceptional surplus from the most recent harvest has overwhelmed even Germany's traditionally strong demand for the crop.Elea Technology Demonstrates PEF Benefits for Potato Chips to North African Delegation
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 31, 2026.
Elea Technology GmbH recently hosted a potential customer delegation from North Africa, accompanied by Sofien Zahra from its business partner ScanStore A/S, to demonstrate the application of pulsed electric field technology in potato chip processing.Super Bowl Week 2025 drives USD 742M in savory snack sales, Circana data shows
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 31, 2026.
Savory snack food sales surged to USD 742 million during Super Bowl Week 2025, according to new Circana data commissioned by SNAC International, the leading international trade association for the snack industry representing over 200 companies worldwide.Lamb Weston Fries Range Named Product of the Year 2026 in UK Chips Category
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 31, 2026.
Lamb Weston fries range has been named Product of the Year 2026 in the UK Chips category, recognising its full Fries range launched in 2024, which brings restaurant-quality chips from professional kitchens into UK homes.Michigan State University Announces 2026 Regenerative Agriculture Winter Webinar Series
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 30, 2026.
Michigan State University Extension will host a free six-session 2026 Regenerative Agriculture Winter Webinar Series in February. The virtual program will share practical strategies to improve soil health, water quality and farm resilience.Urschel to Present Six Advanced Cutting Solutions at Fruit Logistica 2026
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 30, 2026.
Six of the latest food processing machines by Urschel will be featured at Fruit Logistica from February 4-6, 2026. The expo brings together the fresh produce industry in Berlin, Germany, and will showcase Urschel cutting solutions.Jared Balcom Named 2026 Potato Person of the Year for Global Trade Advocacy
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 28, 2026.
Jared Balcom, a fourth-generation potato grower from Pasco, Washington, has been named the 2026 Potato Person of the Year in recognition of his long-standing leadership and advocacy on behalf of the United States potato industry.Solynta and EW GROUP reach major funding agreement to boost Hybrid True Potato Seed commercialization
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 26, 2026.
Solynta, a leader in hybrid potato breeding, secured major growth funding as EW Group acquired a majority stake. The investment will speed its goal to double global potato yields while halving crop protection use and reducing land needs worldwide.European Snacks Association releases 2025 annual report highlighting advocacy and policy engagement
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
The European Snacks Association (ESA) has released its annual report outlining the association’s advocacy work, policy engagement, working group activities and key events during the year.Over Ten Potato Varieties Now in Production, Boosting Mongolia’s Agriculture
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
Mongolia’s Institute of Plant and Agricultural Science introduced Darkhan-212 and Darkhan-222 potatoes, developed 100+ crop varieties, produces 400–450 tons of elite seeds yearly, and provides 80,000–100,000 healthy microtubers.EUPPA highlights scale and trade strength of Europe potato processing industry in 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
The European Potato Processors’ Association (EUPPA) published its latest Facts and Figures for 2025, underlining the scale, economic impact and global trade reach of Europe’s potato processing industry.TOMRA Unveils DPS-16 Dry Peel Separator, Boosting Potato Processing Capacity to 70 Tons Per Hour
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
TOMRA Food launches the DPS-16, a high-capacity dry peel separator processing up to 70 tons of potatoes/hr. Brushless, water-free, and easy to clean, it boosts efficiency and yield for potato and vegetable processors worldwide.India’s Frozen Fries Exports Soar: US, China and South Korea Markets Witness Record Growth and Premium Prices
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
India is emerging as a frozen fries exporter. US imports rose over 350% year-on-year, China paid premium prices, while South Korea saw falling annual volumes. Expanding capacity is increasing pressure on traditional European suppliers.Alberta potato grower invited to World Economic Forum discussions in Switzerland
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
A southern Alberta farmer has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, bringing Canadian agriculture into global discussions on resilient food systems. The annual forum concludes on Friday.Idahoan Foods launches Get Real campaign to promote real potatoes and easy meals
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 21, 2026.
Idahoan Foods has launched its new 'Get Real' campaign, created by The Brandon Agency, highlighting its Real Potatoes, Real Easy promise. The campaign positions Idahoan mashed potatoes as a quick, affordable and wholesome option made with 100% real potatoes.