Potato News
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.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.Latin America: HZPC strengthens its position as regional leader
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 19, 2025.
Exports from Argentina and Chile to other countries in the region cement the multinational’s position as a powerhouse in supply.Uruguay Advances Potato Seed Innovation: Research and Farmers Join Forces to Boost National Production
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 18, 2025.
Potatoes are the main vegetable crop in Uruguay, where production volume (20% of total vegetables), level of consumption (30 kg/inhabitant/year), and nutritional benefits make potatoes a staple food that contributes to food security.AVR Appoints Ernest Doe as Sales Dealer, Expanding Potato Equipment Availability Across the United Kingdom
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 17, 2025.
AVR offers a complete range of equipment for potato growers – including cultivators, planters, ridgers, toppers, trailed and self-propelled harvesters, and in-store handling solutions.No Evidence Canada Cut Potato Exports to the United States or Struck USD 1.6 Billion Trade Deal with Asia, Claims Debunked
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 17, 2025.
False claims suggest Canada cut potato exports to the U.S. and signed a $1.6B Asia deal. No such deal exists. The U.S. remains the top market, with only a 17% dip in 2025 exports, not 41%. Under CUSMA, tariffs don’t apply. Viral posts are clickbait.Morocco Potato Exports Rebound in 2024/25, West Africa and Europe Lead Demand
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 17, 2025.
Morocco's potato exports, declining since 2019, are rebounding. Between July 2024 and May 2025, the country shipped 42.9K tons of ware potatoes, worth USD 14.9M, signaling recovery in the sector, according to EastFruit analysts.Potato Agro Launches French Fries and Potato Flour Processing Plant in Ukraine (Cherkasy Region)
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 16, 2025.
“Potato Agro” is building a plant in Cherkasy region to process 150–180K tons of potatoes yearly into fries and flour. The facility is under construction, with a flour line set to launch in early 2026, says director Olga Lonska.Canadian Research Shows Regenerative Practices Improve Potato Yields and Farm Resilience
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 16, 2025.
A Canadian study shows regenerative practices in potato farming boost soil health, yields and carbon capture. Trials found plant diversity raises marketable yield and resilience without more diseases, supporting long term farm viabilityPACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025: Where Packaging and Processing Professionals Connect, Innovate, and Grow
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 16, 2025.
PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025, held from September 29 till October 1, brings 35,000+ packaging and processing pros, 2,300 exhibitors, and unmatched networking. It’s the premier hub for innovation, connections, and industry growth.Potato LEAF Awards 2025-26 Scholarship to Washington State University’s Hannah Johnson
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 15, 2025.
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) is proud to announce Hannah Johnson, a Ph.D. candidate at Washington State University, as the recipient of the organization's 2025-26 academic scholarship.UTZ Launches Limited-Edition Lemonade Potato Chips: A Sweet-and-Salty Summer Snack Trend
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 14, 2025.
UTZ launches limited-edition Lemonade Potato Chips, blending tart citrus with savory crunch for a sweet-salty summer twist. Available now at select retailers, these bright, nostalgic chips are part of UTZ’s bold seasonal flavor lineup.Better French Fry Coating Lines: Rosenqvists Food Technologies Shares Insights and Solutions
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 14, 2025.
Producing clear-coated French fries or other potato products with heavy coatings is challenging. Rosenqvists Food Technologies has refined its coating systems to help clients achieve longer runs, less waste, and easier cleaning.Rosenqvists Food Technologies Honoured with Krinova Innovation Award 2025 at Guldjubel Gala
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 14, 2025.
Rosenqvists Food Technologies wins Krinova’s Innovation Award 2025 for combining tradition and innovation to drive sustainability, local growth, and Sweden’s global standing. Award received at Kristianstad’s Guldjubel gala by Stefan Björk & Anders Olsson.Zapp’s Unveils Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, Blending Bold Cajun Spice with Zesty Ranch
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 14, 2025.
Zapp’s® launches Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, blending Cajun-style blackened seasoning with zesty ranch for a bold Louisiana taste. Available in 1.5, 2.5, and 8 oz bags nationwide and online, delivering the brand’s signature crunch and flavor.Tolsma-Grisnich Moves to New Modern Premises in Emmeloord, The Netherlands
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 13, 2025.
Tolsma-Grisnich has moved to new sustainable premises at Cavalier 3, Emmeloord, uniting production, logistics & offices. The modern facility boosts efficiency & innovation. Official opening: 5 Sept for business relations, 6 Sept for the public.Researchers Develop a Genome Model to Boost Potato Stress Tolerance and Yield
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 13, 2025.
Researchers from the Universities of Potsdam and Erlangen, the Max Planck Institute and the National Institute of Biology in Ljubljana developed Potato-GEM, a genome-scale metabolic model to study growth–defense trade-offs in crops.Ohh! Potato Highlights Premium Potato Products at WOFEX Manila 2025, Showcasing Indian Excellence to a Global Market
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 13, 2025.
Ohh! Potato, by McPatel Foods, showcased its premium frozen fries, flakes, and potato innovations at WOFEX Manila 2025, marking a milestone in global expansion and highlighting Indian expertise with the motto 'Each Potato Has Its Own Story.'Dutch Chilled Potato Business CêlaVíta bankrupt
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 12, 2025.
Chilled Potato producer CêlaVíta has gone bankrupt. The Dutch company supplied pre-cut potatoes and pre-seasoned potato products to supermarkets, hotels, and restaurants throughout Europe.India Emerges as a Global Powerhouse in French Fry Exports
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 12, 2025.
French fries transformed Jitesh Patel’s fortunes. His Gujarat farming family once grew low-return cotton. Droughts in 2001–2002 worsened their hardship, pushing them to shift to potato farming, which opened the door to better income and stability.Iksan Sweet Potato Burger Launched by McDonald Korea Breaks Sales Record
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 12, 2025.
Iksan Sweet Potato Mozzarella Burger and Muffin, a collaboration between Iksan-si, Jeollabuk-do and McDonald's Korea, surpassed 2.4 million in a month after its launch, setting a new record every day.KFC Brings Back Potato Wedges and Hot & Spicy Wings throughout the United States Starting August 18
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 12, 2025.
KFC’s Potato Wedges and Hot & Spicy Wings return nationwide Aug 18 by popular demand. Enjoy wedges alone, sides, or in a new wings & wedges combo. Plus, get deals like USD 3.99 chicken sandwich and USD 20 fan box. Available while supplies last.FAO Food Price Index rises in July on higher meat and vegetable oil prices
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 11, 2025.
In July 2025, the FAO Food Price Index averaged 130.1 points, up 2.1 points (1.6%) from June. Falls in cereals, dairy, and sugar were outweighed by rises in meat and vegetable oils. The index was 7.6% above July 2024 but 18.8% below March 2022’s peak.