Potato News
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions moves into new Headquarters in Emmeloord
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 15, 2025.
As of September 1st, 2025, Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions will relocate to a brand-new, purpose-built headquarter alongside the A6 highway in Emmeloord, the Netherlands.Simplot to Acquire Clarebout Potatoes in Major Global Frozen Potato Industry Merger
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 15, 2025.
Simplot plans to acquire Belgium-based Clarebout Potatoes, uniting two family-owned frozen potato leaders. The move aims to boost European market presence and sustainability, with operations continuing and expanding across 23 global sites.NSSPL Partners with VH Vertical Packaging: Delivering Cutting-Edge Packaging Solutions for French Fries and Specialty Potato Products
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 14, 2025.
NSSPL partners with VH Vertical Packaging to offer advanced, efficient packaging solutions for French fries and specialty potato products, combining top-tier processing and VFFS technology for global food industry demands.Kenya Set to Host Historic 13th World Potato Congress in 2026: A Landmark Moment for Africa’s Potato Sector
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 13, 2025.
The 13th World Potato Congress will be held in Naivasha, Kenya, from October 26–30, 2026—the first in Sub-Saharan Africa. Hosted by NPCK and FreshCrop Ltd, the event will spotlight global potato innovations, food security, and trade.Bem Brasil Optimizes Frozen Food Storage with Mecalux Automation Handling Over 550,000 Tons Annually
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 13, 2025.
Bem Brasil optimized logistics with Mecalux automation, boosting frozen food storage to 550,000+ tons/year. Two new warehouses improved efficiency, traceability, and cut waste.Ferrero Expands in the United States with WK Kellogg Co Acquisition
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 12, 2025.
The Ferrero Group and WK Kellogg Co has announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Ferrero has agreed to acquire WK Kellogg Co, for USD 23.00 per share in cash, representing a total enterprise value of USD 3.1 billion.HyFun Foods Celebrates World French Fries Day by Spotlighting Potatoes from Indian Farms to Global Plates
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 11, 2025.
HyFun Foods celebrates World French Fries Day by spotlighting Indian farmers and its global potato exports, showcasing innovation, sustainability, and farmer-first growth from Gujarat to 40+ countries.Virginia Named Top US Fry Capital – McCain Foods Survey Reveals State-by-State French Fry Consumption Ahead of National French Fry Day
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 11, 2025.
Ahead of National French Fry Day, McCain Foods found Americans eat over 17 pounds of fries yearly—Virginia leads at 21. Crispy-outside, soft-inside is the top texture. Fry types, seasonings, and dips vary, but 63% say fries can be a main dish.Hungritos and KFC India Unite for a French Fries Day Celebration Like Never Before
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 10, 2025.
Hungritos teams up with KFC India for International French Fries Day on July 11, 2025. Enjoy free Hungritos fries on orders above INR 499 at select KFC outlets. Expect co-branded promos, crispy delights, and a nationwide celebration!Graham Bannister, GB Potatoes Development Manager, Shares Near-Fatal Accident to Stress Emergency Preparedness
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 09, 2025.
After a near-fatal accident at his remote home, Graham Bannister stresses the importance of emergency preparedness, rural connectivity, and using tools like satellite calling and What3words to stay safe while working alone in isolated areas.Taste of Maine Potato Chip Co. Construction progress of USD 65 Million Plant in Limestone
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 08, 2025.
Taste of Maine Potato Chip Co. is building a USD 65 million, 96,000 sq. ft. plant at the former Loring Air Force Base in Limestone. This major project is one of the region’s largest commercial developments in decades.Sinobake Unveils Advanced Potato Chip Forming Machine for Precision, Scalability, and High-Yield Production
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 08, 2025.
Sinobake, a leader in food processing technology, has unveiled its latest innovation: a high-performance potato chip forming machine designed to elevate the potato chip manufacturing process with unparalleled precision, versatility, and efficiency.Europatat Highlights Growing Challenges in Exporting EU Seed Potatoes to Türkiye Amid Rising Rejections
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 08, 2025.
Europatat reports rising Turkish rejections of EU seed potato exports due to testing and classification differences. It urges closer cooperation with Turkish authorities to align inspections with global standards and reduce future trade issues.Study: Consumers Purchase Private Label Products Without Knowing
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
First Insight’s latest study, The Quiet Takeover of Private Label, finds that differences between private label products and national brands have blurred so much that most consumers can no longer distinguish between the two.Michigan State University Potato Breeding Breakthrough in Late Blight Resistance
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
Joseph Ifeanyi Ulasi leads a groundbreaking project to boost late blight resistance in diploid potatoes by introgressing novel Rpi genes from wild species. Using Solanum verrucosum as a genetic bridge, he advances resilient breeding for future crops.Area for Potato Cultivation in The Netherlands reaches New Heights in 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
In 2025, over 83 thousand hectares of ware potatoes will be grown in The Netherlands. This is 8.6 percent more than last year. The last time the cultivation area of ware potatoes exceeded 80 thousand hectares was in 2000.Mooij Agro Unveils Smart Cooling Manager for Smarter, Efficient Potato Storage
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
Efficiently manage crop storage with Mooij Agro’s Smart Cooling Manager—monitor and control each cooling cell, auto-prioritize capacity, and integrate seamlessly with all units via Croptimiz-r®. Ideal for post-CIPC potato storage.Printing the Future of Food: How Royal Avebe and TNO Are Using Potato Starch to 3D-print Plant-based Food
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
Royal Avebe and TNO are pioneering 3D food printing using potato starch to create plant-based meat alternatives. Discover how this sustainable innovation could transform global food production and improve food security worldwide.Potato Farmer Bashir Jalal Honored as Top grower in Iraq of the Agrico Riviera potato variety
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 07, 2025.
Bashir Jalal, a farmer from Duhok’s Sheikhan district, has been named Iraq’s top grower of the River potato variety by Agrico, thanks to 16+ years of dedication. His success highlights the Kurdistan Region’s thriving potato sector and growing exports.Texas Potato Field Day slated for July 16 in Springlake
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 06, 2025.
Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program, Barrett Potato Farms and Springlake Potatoes Inc. will host the annual Texas Potato Field Day on July 16 in Springlake.MSU Researcher Part of Internationally Recognized Study Highlighting Farm Diversification Advantages
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 06, 2025.
A research team, including Michigan State University Assistant Professor Olivia Smith, gained international recognition in 2024 for a study showing that agricultural diversification benefits both growers and the environment worldwide.The Potato Politics of Putin Exposes Economic Isolation in Russia and the Changing Nature of Conflict
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 06, 2025.
When looking for evidence of a changing global order, consider the potato. Russia is currently experiencing record shortages of this widely consumed staple food.Egypt moves to supply from storage as strong demand pushes Potato Exports past 1 Million Tons
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 05, 2025.
With Egypt's 2025 potato harvest complete, exporters turn to cold storage to sustain shipments through year-end. Strict post-harvest practices ensure quality for key markets like Russia, the UK, and Asia, maintaining freshness during long transit.Aviko Expands Potato Flake Production in China by 70% Amid Surging Global Demand
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 04, 2025.
Aviko is expanding its Gansu, China plant, boosting flake capacity by 70% to meet global demand, especially in Asia. The move supports sustainable growth, aligns with Cosun’s strategy, and strengthens Aviko’s global position in potato processing.Groupe Florimond Desprez (GFD) Takes Majority Stake in Danespo to Boost Seed Potato Innovation and Market Growth
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 04, 2025.
Groupe Florimond Desprez (GFD) acquired DLF’s 49% stake in Danespo A/S, becoming majority owner. The move strengthens GFD’s seed potato business, aligning Danespo and Germicopa under shared leadership and future investments.Europatat Congress 2025: Europe Potato Industry Faces the Future with Innovation and Resilience
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 03, 2025.
Europatat Congress 2025 in Lille brought together Europe’s potato leaders to tackle challenges like climate change, shifting consumption, and global trade. With optimism, speakers stressed innovation, sustainability, and adapting to consumer demands.Hugo Campos, Deputy Director General for Science and Innovation of CIP, Named 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer by World Food Prize Foundation
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jul 01, 2025.
The International Potato Center (CIP) has announced that Dr. Hugo Campos, Deputy Director General for Science and Innovation of CIP, has been selected as a 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP) by the World Food Prize Foundation.DKHV Kicks Off 'Potato Specialist' Training: Theory Meets Practice in Lüneburg, Germany
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jun 30, 2025.
The DKHV launched its 'Potato Specialist' training in Lüneburg Heath. Over 3 days, 46 participants explored potato botany, cultivation, plant protection, and quality standards through expert lectures and hands-on sessions. Next module is in autumn.Lamb Weston to Appoint Six New Independent Directors to Its Board
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jun 30, 2025.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) ('Lamb Weston') has announced that it has entered into a cooperation agreement (the 'Agreement') with JANA Partners Management, L.P. ('JANA') and Continental Grain Company ('Continental Grain').TNA Solutions co-founder Nadia Taylor recognized with the Packaging Hall of Fame Award at the 2025 PKN Women in Packaging Awards
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jun 30, 2025.
TNA Solutions has announced that Nadia Taylor, the company’s co-founder and director, has been recognised with the prestigious Hall of Fame Award at the 2025 PKN Women in Packaging Awards, held on 27 June in Sydney, Australia.