Potato news archive – Page 2
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NewsSpanish fresh produce consumption stable in first seven months
Spanish household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables remained largely stable during January-July, with fruit consumption rising 2 per cent while vegetable demand fell slightly, according to new data from the Ministry of Agriculture
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NewsCover crops in focus in Jersey potato competition
Contest and related research underlines the value of environmental approach
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NewsHeavy rainfall slows Northern Irish potato harvest
Maincrop potatoes now 80 per cent harvested but race is now on to lift rest of crop before frosts hit
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FeaturesIrrigation costs ’making UK potato growers question the future’
Fred Searle speaks to Greens of Soham MD William Shakeshaft to hear about the main challenges and opportunities for the Cambridgeshire-based potato producer, from water security to sustainable technologies
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NewsMcCain report underlines strain of modern farming
Majority of farmers are feeling downbeat about the state of the industry
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NewsAlbert Bartlett launches first ad campaign with Andy Murray
Multi-channel campaign gets underway, inviting the nation to ‘Bring out their Best Side’ and ‘Feel Like a Champion in the Kitchen’
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NewsBelgian potato suppliers adapt to UK consumer trends
Companies expand their fresh processed options to better answer to the needs of modern consumers
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NewsBarfoots repurposes squash and sweet potato ‘rubble’ for FareShare
Partnership with FareShare incorporates the edible surplus into charity meals and makes “perfect component” for a stew, curry or salad
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NewsProduce Investments boosts portfolio with Biofresh Safestore buy
The purchase boosts PI’s expertise in natural sprout supression technology
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NewsAusveg updates seed potato growers at Victorian PMTV forum
Industry body affirms national approach as industry transitions from eradication to management
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NewsBranston boosts volume in Nemo roasting variety
Producer will supply Tesco with 87 per cent more of the fast-cooking roasting variety this season amid strong demand
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NewsBranston hails apprentices’ career progression
Apprentices Sebastian Oles and Leanne Brown are strengthening the potato supplier in engineering and HR
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NewsNew event aims to supercharge Scotland’s organic sector
A new event aims to bring Scottish organic farmers and growers together to capitalise on continued market growth and favourable policy support by the Scottish government
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NewsPotato seeds in Victorian cold storage test positive for PMTV
Infected seeds were imported from Tasmania prior to current biosecurity measures
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CommentWhy potatoes deserve a bigger place on Brits’ plates
Alex Godfrey, chair of GB Potatoes, explains why consumers should take another look at the many benefits of potatoes
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NewsPotato mop-top virus eradication declared not feasible by Australian authorities
National Management Group (NMG) says decision reflects several difficulty detecting infected areas and the virus’s ability to persist undetected in soil
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NewsAlbert Bartlett teams up with cheese brands for new mash range
New spicy and smoky variants are launching in Morrisons
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NewsTop chef set to appear at New Covent Garden Market
Pierre Koffmann will be promoting The Food Heroes chef-led branded range of veg and potatoes, with food trucks also offering high-end chicken and chips to market traders
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NewsSpanish fresh produce consumption dips 0.4 per cent
Spanish household consumption of fresh produce declined marginally in the first half of 2025, with vegetables and potatoes driving the decrease despite growth in fruit consumption
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NewsMcCain hits three million meal FareShare milestone
Frozen potato specialist has been making regular donations since 2013