Europe faces a record potato surplus that is putting pressure on prices and the market

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

The European potato market is facing a significant surplus that is putting pressure on prices, weakening demand, and forcing strategic adjustments amid growing stocks and the arrival of the new harvest.

Argentina: planted area decreases by 12 percent in a self-regulation effort

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

After a 2025 marked by oversupply and falling prices, Argentina’s potato sector is reducing planted area by 12% in the southeast of Buenos Aires to restore balance, efficiency, and sustainability in the 2025/2026 season.

Brazil: extreme heat, rising costs, and falling prices create a challenging scenario for the potato sector

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

At the end of March, potato growers in Brazil are adjusting their strategies in response to the combined impact of adverse weather, input cost pressures, and a market with lower quality and weaker prices, despite advances in innovation.

Global Potato Summit 2026: India to Host this Industry Gathering in Gandhinagar, Gujarat

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 29, 2026.

Global Potato Summit 2026 (Dec 16–17, Gandhinagar) unites global potato stakeholders. Showcasing India’s rising production, exports, and processing strength, the event will drive innovation, partnerships, and industry growth.

Belgian potato growers launch direct sales campaign to reduce surplus stocks and support Food Banks

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 27, 2026.

Belgian potato groups launched a campaign to tackle large surpluses after high production and weak demand. On April 18, consumers can buy 5 kg for EUR 2 directly from growers, with half of proceeds donated to Food Banks.

Flikweert Vision supports Dutch farm in improving potato sorting efficiency

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 26, 2026.

A family farm in the Netherlands combines dairy and arable operations to improve efficiency and quality. Originally based in Slootdorp, it expanded to Anna Paulowna, growing seed potatoes and sugar beets under a shared cropping plan.

Hungritos showcased frozen food innovations at Foodex Japan 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 26, 2026.

Hungritos participated in Foodex Japan 2026, held from March 10 to 13 at Tokyo Big Sight. The 51st edition brought together over 3,000 exhibitors from 74 countries, showcasing global food and beverage innovations.

Idaho Potato Commission increases budget following strong 2025 crop

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 25, 2026.

The Idaho Potato Commission board approved an increase to its budget for the fiscal year ending August 31, following strong potato production in 2025 and continued momentum in the market.

Heat and Control Set to Showcase Sustainable Snack Processing and High-Speed Packaging Innovations at SNX 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 24, 2026.

Heat and Control will showcase snack processing innovations at SNX 2026, including high-speed packaging, precise seasoning, and water recirculation tech that cuts freshwater use by up to 75%, improving efficiency, sustainability, and product quality.

InterAgra Launches Durable, High-Capacity Wooden Boxes for Efficient Vegetable Storage

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 23, 2026.

InterAgra’s 20 & 38 mm wooden boxes (2400×1200×1200 mm, 2.8 m³, 1800 kg) combine 15+ yr durability, smooth surfaces, ventilated design, safe forklift handling, and proven quality—ideal for efficient, cost-saving vegetable storage.

H-2A visa delays threaten 2026 potato planting in Red River Valley, United States

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 23, 2026.

Potato producers in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota are facing delays in securing seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program, raising concerns about potential impacts on the 2026 crop year.

Colombia Restores Full Market Access for EU Frozen Fries Exports After Revoking Anti-Dumping Duties

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 22, 2026.

Colombia has revoked all anti-dumping duties on frozen fries from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, fully restoring EU market access. This ends a six-year WTO dispute and reopens trade worth €19.3M (USD 21M) annually under full MPIA compliance.

Ethiopia potato cooperatives rebuild after conflict with focus on resilience and growth

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 22, 2026.

Ethiopia potato cooperatives are rebuilding after conflict, with farmers in Tigray and the Gamo Zone using improved seed, training and finance to restore production and strengthen food security.

Kyrgyzstan Rules Out Ban on Chinese Potato Imports as Market Prices Come Under Pressure

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 21, 2026.

Kyrgyzstan says there is no basis to curb potato imports from China, citing WTO rules and no proven relabeling. Officials urged farmers to sell stored stocks fast, as new harvests and growing trade with China, including corn exports, lift supply.

Low prices and oversupply leave potato farmers in Bangladesh Rangpur region facing difficult Eid

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 21, 2026.

Potato farmers across the Rangpur region in Bangladesh faced a difficult Eid period as unsold harvests, low market prices and mounting losses overshadowed festive celebrations.

China restricts fertilizer exports, tightening global supply amid market disruptions

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 21, 2026.

China has restricted fertilizer exports to protect its domestic market, adding further pressure to global supply chains already affected by disruptions linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. China is one of the world’s largest fertilizer exporters, shipping more than USD 13 billion worth last year.

World Potato Congress Hosting Information for WPC 2030 (15th) and WPC 2032 (16th)

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 19, 2026.

The World Potato Congress Inc. is now calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from parties interested in hosting the 15th and 16th World Potato Congresses to be held in 2030 and 2032.

KRONEN Reports Record 22 Million Euro Turnover in 2025: Urschel Partnership Boosts Growth

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 19, 2026.

KRONEN posted a record €22M (USD 25.3M) turnover in 2025, up 5%, driven by global projects and its Urschel partnership. It expanded production, launched new food-processing machines, advanced automation, and strengthened training and retention.

Iran War Threatens Global Food Security as Gulf Fertiliser Supply Crisis Deepens

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 18, 2026.

Iran war disruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens global food security as Gulf fertiliser exports are hit. Rising urea prices and supply shortages could cut crop yields in India, Brazil and China, pushing food costs higher worldwide.

Hormuz disruption drives fuel shortage, halting Yamayoshi Seika Wasabeef chip production

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 18, 2026.

Japanese snack maker Yamayoshi Seika has suspended production of several potato chip products due to difficulties in securing fuel, impacting the availability of its well-known Wasabeef chips.

McCain Foods India showcases AM to PM culinary concept at Aahar 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 18, 2026.

McCain Foods India presented an immersive culinary concept at Aahar 2026 with a premium exhibition stall themed "AM to PM – Urban Day-to-Night," designed to reflect real-world HORECA environments across different dining occasions.

GRIMME Showcased VARITRON 470 XL at AGRITECHNICA 2025 with Larger Bunker and Improved Four-Row Harvesting

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 18, 2026.

GRIMME showcased the fourth-generation VARITRON 470 XL at AGRITECHNICA 2025, featuring a 13 m³ NonstopBunker, new ConstantFlow bunker, upgraded MultiSep cleaning, and 460 hp power for potato, onion and carrot harvesting.

Lamb Weston 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Chips receive Craft Guild of Chefs approval

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 17, 2026.

Lamb Weston’s 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Chips, the latest variant to be added to the Stealth range, have been awarded the "Approved Product" accolade from the Craft Guild of Chefs as they become available to foodservice.

GRIMME Introduces New Generation GF Series Rotary Tiller with Go-Clean Concept

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 17, 2026.

In the field of active soil cultivation, GRIMME presents the new generation of rotary tiller, the GF series, with the ‘Go-Clean concept’. The new generation combines the previous models of the GR and GF series in one machine.

GRIMME Opened a New Branch in Cape Town to Strengthen Support in Sub-Saharan Africa

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 17, 2026.

GRIMME has opened a new branch in Fisantekraal, Durbanville, Cape Town, strengthening its presence in South Africa and the broader sub-Saharan Africa region.

SINOBAKE to showcase potato and bakery processing solutions at Modern Bakery Moscow 2026

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 17, 2026.

SINOBAKE has announced its participation in Modern Bakery Moscow 2026, where the company will present its production solutions for potato chips, biscuits, cookies and other bakery products.

HEINZ Introduces Fry Box with Built-in Ketchup Compartment for On-the-Go Dipping

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 16, 2026.

The Kraft Heinz Company has introduced the HEINZ Dipper, a newly designed fry box with an integrated ketchup compartment that allows consumers to dip fries easily while on the go.

Caribou Russet Becomes Leading Potato Variety in Maine as Breeding Program Expands

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 15, 2026.

Maine marked its 206th birthday on March 15, 2026, celebrating its admission as the 23rd state of the United States in 1820. While blueberries symbolize the state, potatoes remain a vital part of Maine’s agricultural heritage and economy.

Global Processing and Packaging Industry Set to Meet at Interpack 2026 in Dusseldorf

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 15, 2026.

Interpack is set to open its doors in Düsseldorf in eight weeks. From 7 to 13 May 2026, the global processing and packaging industry will gather to discuss artificial intelligence, automation, innovative materials and workforce skills.

Turning Potato Scraps into Perfect Stackable Chips with Sustainable Processing

By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Mar 15, 2026.

Stackable chips like Pringles are made from potato leftovers such as small pieces and scraps. These are turned into puree, dried into flakes, milled into powder, and shaped into uniform chips, reducing waste and making production more sustainable.