Potato News
Solynta and EW GROUP reach major funding agreement to boost Hybrid True Potato Seed commercialization
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 26, 2026.
Solynta, a leader in hybrid potato breeding, secured major growth funding as EW Group acquired a majority stake. The investment will speed its goal to double global potato yields while halving crop protection use and reducing land needs worldwide.European Snacks Association releases 2025 annual report highlighting advocacy and policy engagement
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
The European Snacks Association (ESA) has released its annual report outlining the association’s advocacy work, policy engagement, working group activities and key events during the year.Over Ten Potato Varieties Now in Production, Boosting Mongolia’s Agriculture
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
Mongolia’s Institute of Plant and Agricultural Science introduced Darkhan-212 and Darkhan-222 potatoes, developed 100+ crop varieties, produces 400–450 tons of elite seeds yearly, and provides 80,000–100,000 healthy microtubers.EUPPA highlights scale and trade strength of Europe potato processing industry in 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 23, 2026.
The European Potato Processors’ Association (EUPPA) published its latest Facts and Figures for 2025, underlining the scale, economic impact and global trade reach of Europe’s potato processing industry.TOMRA Unveils DPS-16 Dry Peel Separator, Boosting Potato Processing Capacity to 70 Tons Per Hour
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
TOMRA Food launches the DPS-16, a high-capacity dry peel separator processing up to 70 tons of potatoes/hr. Brushless, water-free, and easy to clean, it boosts efficiency and yield for potato and vegetable processors worldwide.India’s Frozen Fries Exports Soar: US, China and South Korea Markets Witness Record Growth and Premium Prices
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
India is emerging as a frozen fries exporter. US imports rose over 350% year-on-year, China paid premium prices, while South Korea saw falling annual volumes. Expanding capacity is increasing pressure on traditional European suppliers.Alberta potato grower invited to World Economic Forum discussions in Switzerland
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 22, 2026.
A southern Alberta farmer has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, bringing Canadian agriculture into global discussions on resilient food systems. The annual forum concludes on Friday.Idahoan Foods launches Get Real campaign to promote real potatoes and easy meals
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 21, 2026.
Idahoan Foods has launched its new 'Get Real' campaign, created by The Brandon Agency, highlighting its Real Potatoes, Real Easy promise. The campaign positions Idahoan mashed potatoes as a quick, affordable and wholesome option made with 100% real potatoes.Potato Sustainability Alliance Announces New Board Members and 2026 Executive Committee
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 21, 2026.
The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) has announced updates to its Board of Directors and Executive Committee, including the election of new leadership and the retirement of several long-serving directors.FPS Food Process Solutions Expands Compact Coating Solutions for Protein and Snack Processors with Symotab
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 21, 2026.
FPS Food Process Solutions adds Symotab to its portfolio, expanding compact coating solutions for protein and snack processors. Symotab’s 3-in-1 CombiCoater reduces line length, simplifies sanitation, and improves coating consistency.Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas highlights global industry momentum and policy challenges
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 20, 2026.
Potato Expo in Dallas brings growers, suppliers and industry leaders together. NPC CEO Kam Quarles says the event is a must-attend opportunity to reconnect the potato community, spark new ideas and help shape the future of the industry.Is AI Potato Grading Worth the Investment in 2026? Ellips–Elisam Presents Real Results at Fruit Logistica
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 20, 2026.
Ellips–Elisam shows how True-AI boosts quality, capacity and labor savings at Fruit Logistica 2026, Hall 6.1, Booth A50, with real grower results from Wada Farms and Pioneer Potatoes.Belarus Potato Harvest Drops in 2025: Will Shortages Push Prices Up This Summer?
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 20, 2026.
Belarus harvested 3 million tons of potatoes in 2025, down from 3.1 million a year earlier. While authorities say supplies are sufficient, experts warn imports may be needed by summer, potentially pushing prices higher.Dubai Makes History as Gulfood 2026 Becomes the World’s Largest F&B Event Across DWTC and Expo City Dubai
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 19, 2026.
Gulfood 2026 makes history as the world’s largest food and beverage event, running across Dubai World Trade Centre and the new Dubai Exhibition Centre, with 8,500 exhibitors from 195 countries over 280,000 sqm of sold-out space.JEPO Finland Upgrades Potato Processing Line with OptiServe Xcalibur 1450 Optical Sorter
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 19, 2026.
OptiServe B.V. has commissioned its Xcalibur 1450 optical sorter at JEPO – Jepuan Peruna Oy in Jeppo, Finland. The system now sorts baby potatoes, cubes, slices and fries, boosting quality, yield and efficiency with advanced optical classification.FPS and GEM Equipment launch VersaFry fryer for snack and specialty food processing
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 19, 2026.
FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key food processing solutions, and subsidiary GEM Equipment of Oregon, launches VersaFry as the latest collaborative innovation, specifically targeted to the growing snack and appetizer market.360 ONE Asset Invests USD 70 Million in Iscon Balaji Foods for Capacity Expansion and Global Growth
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 18, 2026.
360 ONE Asset will invest about USD 70 million in Iscon Balaji Foods to expand processing capacity, strengthen farmer supply chains, upgrade cold storage, launch new value-added products, and grow exports to new international markets.Emsland Group Launches Emjel® LC 15, Redefining Vegan and Vegetarian Jellies with Gelatin-Like Performance
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 16, 2026.
Emsland Group unveils Emjel® LC 15, a plant-based starch enabling gelatin-like jellies and gums under atmospheric cooking, offering smooth texture, clear appearance, improved heat stability, lower energy use, and access to vegan markets.Lamb Weston Launches Restaurant-Quality Stealth™ Fries in Malaysian Retail Market
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 16, 2026.
Lamb Weston has launched its retail range in Malaysia, bringing restaurant-quality frozen fries to homes. The range features six signature fry cuts with Stealth™ batter, is halal, vegan and gluten-free, and air-fryer friendly.FME Food Machinery Europe highlights advanced steam peeling systems backed by Boema Group expertise
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 15, 2026.
FME Food Machinery Europe Sp. z o.o. presents itself as a specialised manufacturer of advanced steam peeling systems for potatoes and other root vegetables, supported by more than 40 years of experience from the Boema Group in food processing technology.Bihar Government (India) Launches Lady Rosetta Potato Cultivation Scheme with 75% Subsidy
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 15, 2026.
Bihar Government launches Lady Rosetta Potato Expansion Scheme offering farmers 75% subsidy for chips & French fries variety. Applications open till Jan 15, 2026 across 17 districts, boosting farmers’ income and high-value potato cultivation.Global demand and innovation drive Optimum Sorting’s revenue to EUR 40 million (+38%) in 2025
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 14, 2026.
Optimum Sorting, a specialist in optical sorting technology with offices in Belgium, the Netherlands and the United States, reported revenue of EUR 40 million in 2025, representing growth of 38% compared with the previous year.71st IFA AGM: President Francie Gorman Highlights 2026 Farming Priorities
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 14, 2026.
IFA President Francie Gorman told the 71st IFA AGM that opposition to the Mercosur trade deal, securing a strong CAP budget and tackling rising costs will dominate IFA’s 2026 agenda, warning of food safety risks and pressure on farm incomes EU.Gulfood 2026 launches Gulfood Logistics to spotlight global food supply chains
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 14, 2026.
As the global food industry converges this January, Gulfood 2026 has announced the launch of Gulfood Logistics at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai.BluePrint Automation Names Andy Stamp Vice President of Sales and Marketing
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 14, 2026.
BluePrint Automation appointed Andy Stamp as VP of Sales and Marketing. He will lead North American sales and marketing, bringing experience in packaging and material handling to drive customer-focused growth and strengthen BPA’s leadership.McCain Cheesy Pizza Fingers wins NIQ BASES Breakthrough Innovation Award 2025 in India
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 13, 2026.
McCain Foods India announced that its product McCain Cheesy Pizza Fingers has been honoured with the NIQ BASES Breakthrough Innovation Award 2025.National Potato Council Urges USTR to Investigate Canadian Potato Trade Practices Impacting U.S. Growers
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 13, 2026.
The National Potato Council voted to urge USTR to launch a Section 332 investigation into Canadian potato trade practices, citing decades-old restrictions in British Columbia and concerns over subsidies harming U.S. growers.Peak of the Market Wins 2025 Gordon Food Service Regional Supplier Partner Award for Local Manitoba Produce
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 13, 2026.
Peak of the Market won GFS’s 2025 Regional Supplier Partner Award for excellence in quality, reliability, and collaboration, recognizing its efforts to supply local produce to Manitoba’s restaurants through the Markon Local brand.Jason O’Leary elected Chair of IFA Potato Committee
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 13, 2026.
Jason O’Leary, a potato grower from Blackwater, Co. Wexford, has been elected Chair of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) Potato Committee, which represents potato growers within Ireland’s largest farming organisation.Potato Varieties Suitable for Processing can Double Pakistan’s Export Earnings
By PotatoPro (Food Innovation Online Corp) from PotatoPro Feed All News English. Published on Jan 13, 2026.
Pakistan can double potato export earnings by focusing on industrial varieties and processing. Rising production, global demand, and quality seeds boost growth, while value addition opens high-value markets and stabilizes farmer incomes.