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.

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 viability

PACK 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.

Alsum Farms Begins Wisconsin Red and Yellow Potato Harvest

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 09, 2025.

Wisconsin red and yellow potato harvest is underway at Alsum Farms in Adams, Wis. with the first potato loads being washed, graded, and packed for fresh market delivery to distribution centers and retail grocers.

Dutch Consul Explores Investment and Agricultural Collaboration at Beirut Erbil Company

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 08, 2025.

Beirut Erbil Company received His Excellency, the Consul of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Erbil, Mr. Adriaan Jsselstein, at its headquarters. He was accompanied by Mrs. Eva Fijen, Second Secretary for Economic Affairs at the Dutch Embassy in Baghdad, along with members of the Dutch Consulate staff.

Want to Speak at Potato Expo 2026? Call for Proposals Highlighting Innovation in Potato Cultivation

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 07, 2025.

NPC invites proposals for Potato Expo 2026 sessions on innovation, tech, trends & collaboration. Formats: 20–40 min talks or panels. Submit by Sept 12; notifications by Oct 10. Topics: production, trade, tech, research, policy & more.

IFCG-Egypt to Exhibit at Anuga 2025, Showcasing Next-Gen Sweet Potato Fries

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 07, 2025.

IFCG-Egypt will be participating as an exhibitor at the Anuga Food Trade Show 2025, one of the world’s most influential platforms for food innovation and global sourcing. They will showcase the latest generation of frozen sweet potato fries.

Key Technology Introduces COMPASS® Belt-Fed Optical Sorters

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 06, 2025.

Key Technology (Key), a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, introduces its COMPASS® belt-fed optical sorter at Pack Expo Las Vegas booth W-1040.

Potato Growers Urged to Perform Pre-Harvest Residue Testing Amid Dry Conditions Affecting Nematicide Breakdown

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 06, 2025.

Potato growers should test for nematicide residues like Nemathorin 10G before harvest due to dry conditions slowing breakdown. Follow the 119-day wait after application and use accredited labs for testing to ensure crop safety and meet standards.

African Plant Protection Agencies Unite to Combat Devastating Potato Pest Threat

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 06, 2025.

IITA, FAO & partners equip 12 African nations to detect/manage Potato Cyst Nematodes, a pest slashing yields & threatening trade, via training, diagnostics, awareness & regional cooperation to protect farmers’ livelihoods & potato production.