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SIAL Canada 2025: Celebrating Canadian Leadership and Innovation in the Global Food Industry
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 28, 2025.
SIAL Canada 2025 highlights Canada as the Country of Honour, celebrating its leadership in food innovation. The event will feature over 1,000 exhibitors, 70+ conferences, and expert-led sessions, shaping the future of the agri-food industry.How weather and reduced imports 'heated up' the potato market in Azerbaijan
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 27, 2025.
Despite the beginning of the new potato harvest season in Azerbaijan, prices for this popular root vegetable still remain at record high levels.Albert Bartlett Launches £3 Million “Roll on Jersey Royal Season” Campaign to Kick Off Jersey Royal Potato Harvest
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 26, 2025.
Albert Bartlett’s £3 million ad campaign celebrates the Jersey Royal season, highlighting traditional farming, real farmers, and the crop’s heritage. The feel-good ad features chef Michel Roux and a Bellamy Brothers soundtrack, launching in May.Key Technology and PPM Technologies Introduce New Fully-Integrated Nut Processing Line
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 26, 2025.
Key Technology (Key) and PPM Technologies (PPM), both members of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, introduce their new fully-integrated nut processing line.Lamb Weston faces a class action lawsuit for failing to give Washington workers proper breaks
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 26, 2025.
Lamb Weston faces a $14M class action lawsuit in Washington over unpaid breaks and overtime at its potato processing plants, including a closed Connell french fry facility. Workers seek damages; Lamb Weston denies the claims.2025 Tariffs and Trade: What is Next for the Global Food Industry?
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 25, 2025.
Escalating US-China tensions and tariffs exceeding 100% are disrupting global supply chains, driving up prices on key ingredients like rice, oils, and spices, and forcing food businesses worldwide to adapt amid tightening markets.16th Potato Industry Development Conference in Tengzhou in Eastern China promoted industrial investment
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 25, 2025.
The 16th Tengzhou Potato Industry Development Conference was recently held in Tengzhou, located in the Shandong Province in Eastern China, to promote industrial investments and tap development potential.Utz Unveils Limited Edition Lemonade Chips with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to Support Childhood Cancer Research
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 25, 2025.
Utz® launches limited-edition Lemonade Potato Chips in partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. A portion of sales (up to USD 25000) supports childhood cancer research. Available through August online and at major retailers.Agropack Solutions Showcases Groundbreaking Post-Harvest Technology at GRAY Farms, Scotland
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 25, 2025.
As GRAY Farms hosted a showcase of cutting-edge post-harvest technology, potato farmers and agricultural innovators gathered in Portsoy, Scotland. Organised by Agropack Solutions Ltd, a leader in agricultural solutions.Ukraine: A Fresh Start for Reno LLC with Marcelissen Potato Processing Technology
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 23, 2025.
Reno LLC is a potato processing company rooted in the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine. After a turbulent period, their factory needed to be rebuilt to restart production. With resilience and determination they have made a fresh start.Leaders in the Field: Expert Jury Announced for PotatoEurope 2025 Innovation Award
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 23, 2025.
PotatoEurope 2025, held Sept 3–4 in Lelystad, will feature the Innovation Award recognizing top potato sector innovations. A diverse expert jury will select winners, with strong global interest and the event nearly sold out.NSSPL Debuts at Foteg Istanbul 2025 with Cutting-Edge Turnkey Post Harvest Solutions!
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 22, 2025.
Natural Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (NSSPL) has announced its debut at Foteg Istanbul 2025, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion.Herbort Knife Peeler: Precision and Efficiency for Premium Food Processing
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 22, 2025.
The Herbort Knife Peeler 830 is a continuous mechanical peeling machine designed for high-precision peeling of a wide range of products, including potatoes, carrots, beets, and other tubers.Urgent Call for CIPC Residue Data to Safeguard UK Potato Storage Standards
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 22, 2025.
CRMG urges UK potato growers to submit CIPC residue test data from 2024/25 storage to support the temporary MRL. Just one test per store is needed. Submit by 31 May to help protect the UK’s potato storage future.Trump's Trade War, Tariffs Might Hit America's Beloved French Fries
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 21, 2025.
Trump’s tariffs threaten Canada-sourced canola oil, crucial for frying french fries. With rising oil costs, restaurants may raise prices, switch oils, or cut profits—making fries a luxury instead of a cheap staple.Farmers in Iceland devastated by worst potato harvest in over 30 years
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 21, 2025.
Iceland, known for its resilient farming systems and limited but high-quality agricultural output, faced a historic setback in 2024. According to Statistics Iceland, the nation harvested just 5,514 tons of potatoes, down 24.5% from 7,298 tons in 2023.Goodrich Cereals Launches Frozen Flavored French Fries: A Crispy Revolution in Snacking
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 21, 2025.
Goodrich Cereals launches flavor-infused frozen French fries in Onion Chilli, Classic Salted, and Oregano. Ready in 3 minutes, preservative-free, and packed with taste in every bite — it's a crispy, convenient snacking revolution!European potato genome: small gene pool with large differences
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 20, 2025.
A research team has decoded the genome of historic potato cultivars and used this resource to develop an efficient method for analysis of hundreds of additional potato genomes.Demand strengthening slightly for Idaho potatoes
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 15, 2025.
Potato supply from Idaho is lower than it was at this time last year.Wyma Strengthens Support for North American Potato Industry
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 15, 2025.
At Wyma, the belief is strong that robust industry associations are vital to the continued success and innovation of the agricultural sector. That's why Wyma has announced membership with leading potato industry organisations across North America.Reading Bakery Systems Promotes Andrew Jones to Project Manager
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 15, 2025.
Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), the world’s leading manufacturer of baked snack production systems, has promoted Andrew Jones to Project Manager.Hungritos Serves Innovation on a Platter at FHA-Food and Beverage 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 15, 2025.
Hungritos, a rising leader in the frozen potato-based snacks segment owned by Iscon Balaji Foods Pvt Ltd successfully marked its presence at FHA–Food & Beverage 2025, one of Asia’s premier international food and hospitality trade shows.Potato farming with drones: Technology advancements in Western Australian horticulture
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 14, 2025.
On April 11, 45 potato growers and industry stakeholders gathered near Pemberton for a high-tech field event coordinated by PotatoLink and the Potato Growers Association of WA.A Shared Step Forward to Promote Indian - Dutch Potato Value Chain and to Opening New Business Opportunities
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 14, 2025.
Global Potato Summit (GPS) has announced the company Strategic Partnership with PotatoEurope, Netherlands 2025—a step that strengthens the growing synergy between India and the Netherlands in the potato value chain.Potato Trials day draws widespread industry interest
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 12, 2025.
The 2025 Hutchinsons Potato Trials Results Day at Worth Farms, Lincolnshire, showcased key field trials and research to help tackle major potato industry challenges, including PCN, herbicide safety, wireworm, catch crops, blight, and Alternaria.Europatat unveils final programme and speakers for 2025 Congress
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 10, 2025.
Fedepom and Europatat have unveiled the final program and speaker lineup for the Europatat Congress 2025, set for 11–13 June at Hôtel Barrière in Lille, France, under the theme 'Potato leaders of the future: deciding under uncertainty.'Fera Seeks Partners for Next Phase of Groundbreaking Wireworm Control Research
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 10, 2025.
Fera Science’s Enigma I project is advancing to its second phase, focusing on sustainable wireworm control. Agri-food organizations are invited to join as co-funding partners for tailored research and practical solutions.Heat and Control Announces Acquisition of Tek-Dry Systems Ltd and Hunt Heat Exchangers
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 09, 2025.
Heat and Control®, a world-leading manufacturer of food industry equipment, has announced the acquisition of Tek-Dry Systems Ltd. and Hunt Heat Exchangers, two leading providers of thermal processing and heat transfer equipment.German potato association DKHV Meets in Dresden: Focus on Future Challenges
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 09, 2025.
On April 9, 2025, Deutscher Kartoffelhandelsverband e.V., DKHV (the German Potato Trade Association) held its 19th General Assembly in Dresden, a city with a long-standing tradition in trade and historical ties to the potato industry.Biofresh Safestore Marks 21 Years at Strategic Potato Storage Day
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Apr 09, 2025.
Biofresh Safestore will celebrate its 21st anniversary at Strategic Potato Storage Day on May 21st, offering a 10% installation discount. The event will highlight potato sprout control technology and recent advancements in energy management.