Potato news archive – Page 2
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NewsT&G awards Edward Turner Horticulture Futures Grant to Lincoln University post-graduate
Ellie Brock receives NZ$10,000 for research on integrated pest management approaches to support more resilient potato production
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NewsFruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases celebrates its premiere
Fruit Logistica launches new innovation format: Eleven new products from the fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics segments
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NewsUS potatoes secure expanded access to Korea
Growers from 11 new states can export to Korea, laying the way for exports to increase by up to 10 per cent
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NewsFuture of Maris Piper potatoes under scrutiny
Industry is divided over the future prospects of the mainstay variety
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NewsSpanish imports grew 7 per cent in January-November 2025
Latest customs statistics reveal Spanish fresh produce imports reached 4.2mn tonnes valued at €4.99bn in the first eleven months of 2025
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NewsWilson’s Country toasts brand success with potatoes in vogue
Northern Irish supplier says budget pressure is pushing more people to eat at home
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AnalysisIsraeli potato exports on the decline
The potato sector in Israel has been hit by the impact of war as well as improvements in post-harvest treatments in Europe, leading to a drop in exports
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NewsMorrisons slashes Christmas veg to 5p
The festive promotion is available to More Card loyalty customers and prompted Aldi to make further reductions to match the price of 5p on core Christmas veg
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NewsTwo new lines added to Fresh Direct’s premium potato range
Range has been developed in collaboration with Linwood Crops
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NewsIndustry calls for national approach to potato mop top virus
Industry representatives meet to develop set of recommendations for state jurisdictions on the management of PMTV
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NewsAnrin Logistics boosts customs operations
Anrin Logistics is increasing customs work against a backdrop of lower consumption and market risk aversion
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NewsColorado beetle officially eradicated from the UK
Pest posed a major threat to potatoes, as well as other salad vegetables
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NewsTwo thirds of Brits will eat potatoes at Christmas
Potatoes are the most popular Christmas food on plates with roasties topping the list of favourite festive foods in new survey
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NewsSnacking, spuds and ‘TikTok to table’
Waitrose’s annual food and drink report has revealed the biggest trends set to shape shopper behaviour in 2026
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CommentGrow potatoes for your market, not for one that isn’t there
NFU Potato Policy Group chair Tim Rooke stresses the importance of growing potatoes with a clear understanding of your market as climatic conditions become less predictable and production costs increase
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NewsTomatoes and avocados help drive Spanish import growth
Spain’s fresh produce imports grew 6 per cent by volume and 13 per cent by value in the first nine months of 2024, reaching 3.4mn tonnes worth €4.11bn
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NewsNew interstate restrictions imposed on TPP carrier and host plants
Victorian businesses transporting tomato, potato, eggplant and capsicum interstate must obtain appropriate accreditation before 8 December
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NewsProject aims to tap into high-value markets for Scottish potato crop waste
Academic and industry collaboration is exploring opportunities in skincare and other sectors
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NewsAldi UK cuts vegetable prices to 8p for Christmas
Discount retailer returns with Christmas Super Six promotion, but insists it retains full support from growers with whom it has fixed-cost agreements
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NewsNanna Tate rolls out festive potato lineup
Limited-edition Christmas range has gone into Tesco stores