Potato Processor Aviko Acquires Remaining Stake in Eurofrits

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 14, 2026.

Aviko, one of the leading suppliers and brands in potato products in Europe, has acquired the remaining 75% of the shares in Eurofrits, making the Spanish producer of frozen potato products and snacks a full member of the Aviko group.

Key Technology will Introduce ADR X Automatic Defect Removal System for Potato Strips at Interpack 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 13, 2026.

Key Technology (Key), a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, introduced its new automatic defect removal system for potato strips – ADR X – at Interpack in Hall 6 / B73.

GB Potatoes launches Potato Industry Development Programme to train future sector leaders

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 12, 2026.

GB Potatoes has named the first cohort of its new Potato Industry Development Programme, with 14 early and mid-career professionals completing the initial phase of training from 2–4 February.

Europe: the overproduction crisis

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 12, 2026.

European farmers are protesting over falling prices caused by a large harvest, reduced demand for frozen French fries following U.S. tariffs, and rising competition from countries such as China and India, putting profitability at risk and potentially reducing planting areas.

Pomuni Frozen again recognized as a Factory of the Future for advanced production

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 12, 2026.

Pomuni Frozen has been re-awarded "Factory of the Future" status by Agoria and Sirris, recognizing its digitalisation, efficient production, and sustainable, future-ready manufacturing operations.

TNA Solutions to present integrated processing and packaging innovations at interpack 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 11, 2026.

As food manufacturers face ongoing labour shortages, rising costs, and increasing performance demands, TNA Solutions will bring a clear focus to interpack 2026 (7–13 May, Messe Düsseldorf): Innovation simplified.

Gulfood 2026 Sets Global Trade Record Across Two Mega Venues with AED 168 Billion in Deals

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.

Gulfood 2026 made history across two Dubai mega venues, hosting 300,000 visitors and 8,500+ exhibitors from 195 countries. Over 3,500 buyer meetings generated AED 168 billion in deals, reinforcing its status as world’s leading food trade platform.

FAM STUMABO reinforces its role as a global partner for processors at Fruit Logistica 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.

At Fruit Logistica 2026, FAM STUMABO showcased how it partners with fruit, vegetable, and potato processors to help them navigate labor scarcity, rising processing complexity, and tighter quality expectations.

MK Agro expands potato processing capacity with Forsfood peeling technology

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.

Polish potato processor MK Agro has expanded its production capabilities and improved product consistency by investing in advanced peeling technology supplied by Finnish food processing technology provider Forsfood Oy.

Harinder Farms hosts 3rd Innovative Seed Show focused on early-generation seed potatoes

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.

Harinder Farms, in Punjab, India successfully organized the 3rd Innovative Seed Show, bringing together potato growers, farmers, and agricultural stakeholders to exchange knowledge and discuss the future of crop production and seed potato systems.

HZPC completes acquisition of IPM Potato Group

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 10, 2026.

Royal HZPC Group has finalized the acquisition of IPM Potato Group, following the initial announcement made in October 2025. With all required conditions now fulfilled, IPM officially becomes part of Royal HZPC Group.

El Nino risk may push global temperatures to record highs in 2027

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.

Weather agencies and climate scientists have pointed to the possibility of an El Niño forming in the Pacific Ocean later this year – a phenomenon that could push global temperatures to all-time record highs in 2027.

Dallas Potato Expo Highlights Trade Pressure, Lower Contracts and Shifting Demand in North America

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.

Dallas hosted the event amid political uncertainty, tariffs, strained trade ties and migrant labour crackdowns, while the Trump administration provided nearly USD 40 billion in farm aid, though none was specifically directed at potato production sector.

20th International Berlin Potato Evening highlights market pressure and value chain cooperation amid large 2025 harvest

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.

Around 500 guests from 15 countries attended the 20th International Berlin Potato Evening hosted by DKHV at TITANIC Chaussee Berlin, uniting heads from the potato value chain, science, politics to discuss market challenges and policy fair rules.

Hungritos showcases frozen portfolio and launches Potaco Bites at Gulfood 2026 Dubai

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.

Hungritos successfully concluded its participation at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s most influential food and beverage trade exhibitions, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

FAO Food Price Index falls for fifth consecutive month in January 2026, driven by lower dairy, meat and sugar prices

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 08, 2026.

The FAO Food Price Index averaged 125.1 points in November 2025, down 1.2 percent from October and marking a third consecutive monthly decline. Lower prices for dairy products, meat, sugar and vegetable oils outweighed an increase in the cereal index.

Future of Maris Piper under the spotlight during GB Potatoes industry debate

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 06, 2026.

'Maris Piper has had its day; or has it?' That was the provocative title of a GB Potatoes debate at the British Potato Industry Event, where industry leaders discussed whether the long-standing variety still has a place in modern potato production.

McCain Foods expands regenerative agriculture with third Farm of the Future in the United Kingdom

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.

McCain Foods, the UK largest manufacturer of prepared potato products, has announced plans to launch a new Farm of the Future in North Yorkshire, home of McCain GB headquarters for more than 50 years.

United Kingdom confirms eradication of Colorado potato beetle after two years of surveillance

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.

The UK has officially eradicated the Colorado Beetle following two years of intensive surveillance and biosecurity activity. The pest was detected in Kent in July 2023, with one further finding later that year.

SNAC International appoints Cindy Kuester as President and CEO

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.

SNAC International has announced the appointment of Cindy Kuester as its new President & CEO, effective February 9, 2026. Kuester brings more than 25 years of experience in the food industry, having spent many years at Snak King.

NAV Warns: Slightly Lower Potato Costs in 2026 Leave No Room for Contract Price Cuts

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 05, 2026.

The NAV Working Group for Potatoes for Consumption (WCA) has again estimated the cost price for the coming season (2026). In recent years, from the 2022 harvest through 2025, potato growers have faced a significant increase in cost prices.

Flikweert Vision launches Divider Select optical sorter optimized for potato and onion growers at Fruit Logistica

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.

Flikweert Vision, globally active and a leading specialist in optical sorting for potatoes and onions, introduces the Divider Select during Fruit Logistica.

Europe: free trade agreement with Mercosur put on hold

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.

The protests by the productive sector managed to halt the ratification of the agreement, which will now have to be re-evaluated by the European courts before it can either move forward or be permanently shelved.

China: investment in technology makes it possible to produce in the middle of winter

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.

Thanks to technological innovation, agricultural facilities in Gansu enable the vegetable industry to supply fresh products consistently throughout the year.

United States expands fresh and chipping potato export to South Korea with 11 additional states approved

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 04, 2026.

Eleven additional states can export fresh table-stock and chipping potatoes to South Korea, according to a Jan. 23 agreement announced by the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

McCain Foods releases 2025 Global Sustainability Report and announces its third Farm of the Future

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 03, 2026.

McCain Foods has released its 2025 Global Sustainability Report, sharing progress toward its sustainability commitments with the completion of a key pledge made in 2021, and outlines refreshed sustainability targets to 2030.

Campbell's plans to close Hyannis Cape Cod potato chip plant

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 02, 2026.

The Campbell's Company plans to close the Cape Cod potato chip plant in Hyannis, Massachusetts and shift production to other facilities as part of an efficiency drive.

Beirut Erbil Company showcases dual presence at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 02, 2026.

Beirut Erbil Company participated in Gulfood 2026 through two parallel exhibitions within the world’s largest food and beverage event, which opened on January 22, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre and the Dubai Expo Exhibition Centre.

Record German Potato Harvest Leads to Massive Free Giveaways Across Berlin

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Feb 01, 2026.

Germans consume an average of 63 kg of potatoes per person each year, according to official statistics. However, an exceptional surplus from the most recent harvest has overwhelmed even Germany's traditionally strong demand for the crop.

Elea Technology Demonstrates PEF Benefits for Potato Chips to North African Delegation

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 31, 2026.

Elea Technology GmbH recently hosted a potential customer delegation from North Africa, accompanied by Sofien Zahra from its business partner ScanStore A/S, to demonstrate the application of pulsed electric field technology in potato chip processing.