Potato news archive – Page 4
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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
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NewsNew agrichemical strategy for Australian growers
National Agrichemical Management Program set to support growers through changing regulatory landscape
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AdvertorialAdvanced belting solutions for efficient potato harvest handling
Ammeraal Beltech has championed its specialised belting solutions for the potato sector to address key challenges in produce handling applications. “Efficient potato harvesting requires more than just good timing – it demands the right equipment to handle crops safely from field to storage”, the Netherlands-based company stated. ...
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NewsSpanish fresh produce consumption dips 1 per cent in early 2025
Total household consumption of fresh produce in Spain reached 2.74mn tonnes during January-May 2025, representing a 1 per cent year-on-year decline, according to data processed by Fepex
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NewsPotato mop-top virus found at two additional Tasmanian sites
A total of eight sites have been impacted with early traceback activities indicating it may have been present in the state for at least two years
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PodcastsAndy Murray, Albert Bartlett and the spud that scored an ace
Nina Pullman speaks to John Hicks, director of brand and marketing for potato supplier Albert Bartlett, for the lowdown on the company’s new deal with tennis legend Andy Murray
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NewsSpain sees growth in fresh produce imports in H1 2025
Fresh fruit and vegetable imports to Spain increased significantly during the first half of 2025, with volumes up 9 per cent to 2.4mn tonnes and value rising 14 per cent to €2.956bn.
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NewsBranston growers size up next generation of potato crops
Major supplier holds varietal day to showcase up-and-coming varieties
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NewsSBTi targets approved for Wilson’s Country
Potato supplier has already achieved a number of notable emissions reductions
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News‘Naked Mash’ wins Wilson’s Country its first Great Taste Award
Product combines taste with convenience for consumers with busy lifestyles
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NewsPotato mop-top virus detected in Australia for the first time
The virus was detected in northwest Tasmania following an industry member reporting signs of disease to Biosecurity Tasmania