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EUROPLANT supports AGUAPAN to Preserve Potato Biodiversity and Support Climate-Resilient Breeding

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 16, 2025.

EUROPLANT marked major anniversaries by raising €20,000 (USD 21,400) for AGUAPAN, a Peruvian initiative preserving potato diversity crucial for breeding, climate resilience, and global food security.

Idahoan Foods Launches +PROTEIN Mashed Potatoes for Nutritious, Convenient Meals

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 16, 2025.

Idahoan Foods introduces +PROTEIN™ Mashed Potatoes, made with 100% Idaho potatoes and packed with 6g of protein per serving. With 24g per pouch, they offer comfort food that supports nutrition goals while keeping you fuller longer.

Washington-Oregon Potato Conference 2026: Innovation, Networking, and Industry Insights

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 15, 2025.

The Washington-Oregon Potato Conference 2026 will once again unite growers, processors, suppliers, and stakeholders. Known as a premier industry event, it offers innovation, insights, and valuable networking opportunities for the potato sector.

Meeting the Fresh Challenge: FAM STUMABO Trio Transforms Vegetable Processing

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 15, 2025.

With rising pressure on cost, consistency, and speed, fresh-cut vegetable processors are rethinking equipment. FAM STUMABO’s trio—Dorphy™ TM, Centris™ 315, and Flexis—delivers faster changeovers, higher throughput, and superior product quality.

French Fries at McDonalds in the Netherlands are very Dutch

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 14, 2025.

French Fries from McDonald’s may be world-famous, but they often grow just around the corner. Behind every portion of fries stand local farmers cultivating the potatoes, and Dutch entrepreneurs working together for more sustainable potato farming.

SNAC International Brings Together Broad Food Industry for 2025 Legal and Regulatory Forum

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 14, 2025.

SNAC International, the leading trade association for the snack industry, is proud to announce it will host the 2025 Industry Legal & Regulatory Forum on November 11–12, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

Four New ICAR-CPRI Potato Varieties to Boost Productivity and Processing Approved Across India

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 13, 2025.

Agriculture Ministry approves 4 new ICAR-CPRI potato varieties—Kufri Ratan, Kufri Tejas, Kufri Chipbharat-1 & 2—for nationwide cultivation, boosting yields, processing quality & farmer returns, strengthening India’s potato sector.

Al-Jouf Launches World-Class French Fry Factory with Kiremko: Transforming Saudi Potatoes into Global Excellence

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 13, 2025.

Al-Jouf, in partnership with Kiremko, rapidly built and expanded a world-class French fry plant in Saudi Arabia, boosting capacity from 5 to 7.5 MT/hr in record time, delivering premium fries for regional and global markets.

Kenya Nears Release of Disease-Resistant 3R Potatoes to Protect Farmers from Late Blight

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 12, 2025.

Kenya nears release of '3R' Late Blight-resistant potatoes after 20+ years of research by CIP & KALRO. Supported by 2Blades, Feed the Future & Simplot, the varieties promise higher yields, disease protection, and improved food security by 2026.

Global Frozen Potato Market Booms as Developing Countries Boost Production and Exports

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 11, 2025.

Developing countries like China and India are expanding potato processing, shifting from importers to exporters. Global frozen potato trade rose from USD 7.7B to USD 13.2B (2019–2024), with demand and per-capita consumption growing worldwide.

Hungritos Launches Crispy Waffle Fries at Fine Food Australia 2025

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2025.

Hungritos, a leader in potato-based frozen snacks, has announced the launch of its all-new Waffle Fries, a product set to redefine snacking with premium quality, taste, and texture.

Successful Anuga FoodTec India and Anuga Select India 2025 highlight India’s Growing Global role in the Food Industry

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 10, 2025.

Anuga FoodTec India & Anuga Select India 2025 concluded in Mumbai with 1,000+ exhibitors, 43,500 visitors, and global pavilions. The events showcased innovations, investments, and collaborations, boosting India’s role in the global F&B industry.

Princesa Amandine to Showcase Premium Potato Innovations and Local Production at Fruit Attraction 2025

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

Princesa Amandine will be present at the 17th edition of Fruit Attraction, one of the leading international meeting points for the fruit and vegetable sector, which will bring together more than 120,000 professionals from 150 countries.

Atlas Copco offers Potato Industry Breakthrough Technology to Turn Waste Heat into Valuable Energy

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

Atlas Copco’s heat pumps and steam compressors turn low-temperature waste heat into high-temp energy, cutting energy use and emissions. Electrification replaces fossil fuels, enabling efficient, sustainable, and decarbonized industrial heating.

Cellar Insights Secures Oversubscribed Seed Round to Expand AI-Powered Potato Storage Technology Across North America

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

Cellar Insights raised an oversubscribed seed round, co-led by Tall Grass Ventures & Accelerate Fund IV, to scale its AI-powered potato storage tech, preventing spoilage and reducing crop losses across North America.

NSSPL Debuts in North Africa with Turnkey Storage and Processing Solutions at SIEMA EXPO 2025 in Morocco

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

Natural Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (NSSPL) has announced its participation in SIEMA EXPO 2025, marking the company’s debut in the North African region. The event is taking place from 09–11 September 2025 in Morocco.

PotatoEurope 2025 in Lelystad Draws Record 17,268 Visitors from 107 Countries

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

PotatoEurope 2025 set records with 17,268 visitors from 107 countries on Sept 3-4 in Lelystad, Netherlands. Live demos, trial fields, and top innovations like Croptimal’s Croptiscan 9000 highlighted the event. Next edition: Sept 9-10, 2026, Germany.

Renaissance BioScience Secures Australian Patent for Innovative RNA Biopesticide Technology

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

Renaissance BioScience Corp. secured an Australian patent on Sept 4, 2025, for its yeast-based RNA platform, targeting the Colorado Potato Beetle with eco-friendly biopesticides. It also eyes animal and human health markets.

‘Hope is Diminishing’: P.E.I. Potato Farmers Brace for Major Crop Losses Amid Severe Drought

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

P.E.I. potato farmers face major crop losses as drought grips the island. With only 10% irrigated land, yields are falling below average. Farmers like Andrew Lawless expect 30% losses, warning climate change demands urgent investment in irrigation.

Shaping the Future of Potatoes in Sichuan: Breeding Strategies and Their Impact

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 04, 2025.

Both Sichuan’s potato production area and total yield remain among the largest in China. The province’s unique geographic features support year-round planting and supply, delivering strong economic and social benefits.

Goodrich Cereals to Showcase Innovative Potato Products at FI India, Greater Noida

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 04, 2025.

Goodrich Cereals showcases premium potato flakes and frozen potato products at FI India, Greater Noida (Stand 9E54). Explore sustainable, high-quality solutions for restaurants, QSRs, and food service. Visit to discover the future of potato innovation!

Kraft Heinz to Split into Two Independent Companies to Unlock Growth and Shareholder Value

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 03, 2025.

Kraft Heinz will split into two tax-free, independent public companies: Global Taste Elevation Co. and North American Grocery Co. Goal: simplify structure, boost focus, drive growth, and unlock shareholder value. Deal expected in 2026.

Foodtech Packtech 2025: TNA Solutions Brings End-to-End Systems for New Zealand Food Producers

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.

TNA Solutions, a global leader in food processing and packaging, will showcase its integrated systems capabilities at Foodtech Packtech 2025, taking place 2-4 September in Auckland.

Royal Avebe Acquires Solan to Expand Potato Portfolio with Flakes and Granules

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.

Royal Avebe acquires Solan, Poland’s leading potato flakes & granules producer. The move, part of Avebe’s 'Strengthen & Accelerate' strategy, expands its portfolio, adds 100+ staff & 140 farmers, and keeps SOLAN® brand under Avebe’s umbrella.

IFCG-Egypt Launches New Season of Frozen Sweet Potato Wedges with Superior Taste, Quality and Nutrition

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.

IFCG-Egypt launches its new frozen sweet potato wedges season, offering freshly harvested, premium-quality wedges with natural sweetness, vibrant color, and perfect texture—delighting consumers and supporting chefs, retailers, and foodservice.

Tummers and PolySense Partner to Launch AI-Powered, Data-Driven Potato Processing Solutions

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 02, 2025.

Tummers and PolySense partner to launch AI-powered, camera-based potato processing. Debuting on the Delta Roller Spreader, it boosts efficiency, cuts waste, and fuels Tummers Connect, the digital platform for smarter, data-driven operations.

Maximize your potato harvest with AI. Meet Ellips-Elisam at the Fresh Produce and Floral Show.

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2025.

The potatoes you pack today define your reputation tomorrow. Customers expect quality, consistency, and on-time deliveries. But can your grading technology keep up?

PotatoEurope 2025 in Lelystad: World-Leading Potato Event with 300+ Exhibitors and Global Innovations

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2025.

PotatoEurope 2025 takes place 3–4 Sept. at WUR Lelystad with 300+ exhibitors & visitors from 119 countries. Highlights: trial harvests, ICM & market conferences, live demos from harvest to sorting, and innovation test fields.

Ellips-Elisam Showcases AI-Powered Potato Grading at Fruit Attraction 2025

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Sep 01, 2025.

The potatoes you pack today define your reputation tomorrow. Customers expect quality, consistency, and on-time deliveries. But can your grading technology keep up?

Indian AI Startup Agrograde Revolutionizes Potato Supply Chain Efficiency as India Eyes Global Production Leadership

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Aug 31, 2025.

As India prepares to overtake China as the world's largest potato producer, a homegrown startup is tackling one of the sector's most persistent challenges: the massive revenue losses caused by poor grading and sorting practices.
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