Potato News

Successful RUCIP 2025 Webinar Marks Launch of New Rules Simplifying Potato Trade Across Europe

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Oct 18, 2025.

The European RUCIP Committee held a webinar on October 17, 2025 to mark the launch of the RUCIP 2025 Rules, highlighting updates for simpler, faster, and fairer resolution of potato trade disputes across Europe.

Speedy Nemo Spud Sends UK Shoppers Diving for Dinner This Season

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Oct 18, 2025.

The 'Ultimate Roast Potato' named after a much-loved film character is back on shelves after high demand. Branston says deliveries of its Nemo potato will rise 87 % this season versus 2024, bringing faster-cooking, great-tasting roasts to more homes!

From Judo Champion to Potato Pioneer: Harvinder Singh's Revolutionary Farming Journey in Haryana

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

Former judoka Harvinder Singh from Kurukshetra turned innovator, revolutionising seed potato farming through his firm Noor Agro Farm. His disease-free, high-yield seeds are in demand nationwide, empowering farmers and creating local employment.

Flikweert Vision and Volm Companies Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement in Zeeland

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

Flikweert Vision officially signed a dealership agreement with Volm Companies, marking a major milestone in its international expansion. The signing took place in Zeeland, where Volm’s Wayne DeCou and Matthew Alexander joined CEO Martijn Flikweert.

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Unveils ND1241-1Y: New Yellow Potato Variety with Rich Flavor and Perfect for Chips

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

NDSU’s new yellow potato variety, ND1241-1Y, bred by Susie Thompson in the Red River Valley, offers uniform, round tubers with rich color and flavor. It chips well from field or storage and suits the region’s short season. Commercial release may come soon.

Polish Potato Growers Reap Record Yields but Face Low Prices and Quality Concerns

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

Poland records its strongest potato harvest in years, surpassing 7.5 million tons. Favorable weather lifted yields, but growers face lower prices, quality challenges, and pressure for sustainable packaging solutions

Fish and Chip Fridays Live On: 6 in 10 Brits Keep the Chippy Tea Tradition Alive with Young’s

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

A new survey by Young’s reveals 62% of Brits enjoy fish and chips on Fridays. Rising costs drive home-cooked versions, though 22% stick to takeaways. Ranked 2nd in UK food traditions, fish and chips remain a beloved Friday treat.

Seed Potatoes in Victoria, Australia, Test Positive for Potato Mop-Top Virus (PMTV).

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

Seed Potatoes in a Victorian cold storage unit have tested positive for the potato mop-top virus (PMTV).

Lay’s Potato Chips get a New Look and Recipe to Celebrate 100 Years of Real Potatoes, Real Flavor and Real Joy

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

Lay’s unveils its biggest redesign in nearly 100 years, celebrating its farm-to-chip heritage. With real, farm-grown potatoes, new natural recipes, and refreshed packaging, Lay’s commits to no artificial flavors or colors in the U.S. by 2025.

No Restart for Dutch Potato Processor CêlaVíta — Factory to Be Dismantled and Auctioned Off

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

CêlaVíta, the Dutch chilled potato processor once owned by McCain, will not restart after bankruptcy. All 171 jobs are lost as the Wezep factory is dismantled and auctioned, marking the end of a well-known name in potato processing.

M S International Launches Eagle Fries: Premium Frozen French Fries Made from India’s Finest Potatoes

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

M S International unveils Eagle Fries, premium frozen French fries crafted from the finest potatoes the company exports globally. Grown with care, frozen for freshness, and packed with trust, the launch marks a bold new chapter in its potato legacy.

World Potato Congress Webinar - Biology and Integrated Management of Potato Common Scab - Oct 20, 2025

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

World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC) will host a webinar, 'Biology and Integrated Management of Potato Common Scab,' October 20, 2025. The speaker is Amanda Gevens, PhD, Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist, University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Farmton Foods Signs MoU with Gujarat Government to Set Up Greenfield Frozen Potato Processing Plant in Mehsana

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

Farmton Foods signs Rs. 580 Cr (USD 69.5 Million) MoU with Gujarat Govt to set up a frozen potato plant in Mehsana. The 2026 facility will boost exports, engage 5,500+ farmers via contract farming & drive sustainable, tech-led agri growth.

Global Potato Summit 2025 Unveils Honorary Advisory Board to Drive Innovation and Global Collaboration

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

Global Potato Summit 2025, on Dec 11–13 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, will unite global experts to boost potato innovation. With 150+ exhibitors, 7,000 visitors, and live farm demos, it’s set to shape the future of the potato industry.

FAM STUMABO extends global footprint to enhance local service and customer support

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

FAM STUMABO is expanding globally with new facilities in Spain, Germany, and the USA, reinforcing its commitment to customer proximity, service excellence, and a stronger direct presence across key international markets.

PepsiCo Reports Third-Quarter 2025 Results; Affirms 2025 Financial Guidance and Updates Expected Foreign Exchange Impact

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

PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), a leading global food and beverage company with a portfolio that includes iconic brands such as Pepsi, Lay’s, Gatorade, Quaker, and Doritos has reported results for the third quarter 2025.

Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions Opens New Headquarters in Emmeloord, Marking a Major Milestone in Innovation and Growth

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

On September 25 and 26, 2025, Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters in Emmeloord, the Netherlands.

Grup Șerban Holding Joins Europatat, Boosting Romania’s Leadership in the European Potato Industry

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

Grup Șerban Holding, Romania’s top potato producer and supplier, joins Europatat. Farming 13,000 ha, it supplies PepsiCo and retailers, expands storage and builds a frozen potato plant. Listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (GSH).

Lamb Weston Inaugurates Potato Processing Plant in Mar del Plata, Argentina to Boost Latin America Supply

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

Lamb Weston opened a 40,000 m² plant in Mar del Plata, Argentina, processing 200 M lbs of potatoes yearly. It creates 250 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs, exports 80% to Latin America, and emphasizes quality, efficiency, and sustainability.