Potatoes
All the news and market analysis for worldwide potato Industry, including potato growers, potato production, and the import and export of potatoes.
Sales boom for JD’s wholesale platform
Usage of omnichannel wholesale platform Yinongpi increases as China battles Covid-19
Elite Agro potatoes meet local needs in UAE
The UAE producer and supplier highlights the carbon emissions saved from its “locally-grown, high-quality” potatoes
Belgians launch UK processed potato push
VLAM kicks off two-year promotional campaign aimed at boosting supply of Belgian potatoes in the UK
M&S campaign celebrates UK farmers
M&S Food showcases best of British farming with return of Fresh Market Update campaign
GFS Fresh ventures into RSA sweet potato supply
UK supplier looks to ramp up imports of orange-fleshed South African sweet potatoes for April-November supply window
Scotts to ‘broaden appeal’ of crop cleaning machine
Root crop machinery firm wants to reach more diverse range of customers by showcasing produce cleaning machine at Fruit Logistica
Potato Partnership 'to build on AHDB legacy'
New collaborative potato project will take up where AHDB left off and tackle pressing production challenges facing potato growers
Stirfresh launches 'no fuss' mash
Upper Dysart Larder brand includes a range of potato and root veg mash lines
Tasmania backs blueberries and potatoes
State government provides funding for innovative R&D projects to help potato and blueberry industries
Jersey Royals get celebrity boost
Jamie Oliver is teaming up with the Jersey Royal brand to help promote the island’s famous new potatoes this season
Heat stress hurts potato growers
Syngenta showcases research into the current and future role of biostimulants in potato crop agronomy
'Costs mounting’ for potato weed control
Syngenta advises potato growers to simplify herbicide mixes for more cost-effective pre-emergence options
Potato milk: the product on everyone’s lips?
Potato milk is the latest dairy alternative about to cause a stir in consumer kitchens and cafes, says Waitrose
Australian horticulture maintains value
New data shows production and value of Australian horticulture remained stable in 2020/21
5m FareShare milestone for Albert Bartlett
Supplier has ramped up its support for food redistribution to ensure edible produce is diverted to hungry people
Mitolo Family Farms wins Coles award
Major retailer recognises South Australian grower for sustainability efforts
Sector questions timing of AGEC law
The timing of France's new law banning plastic packaging on fresh fruit and vegetables risks a rise in waste, critics argue
WayCool completes SV Agri investment
Funding will help Indian potato company expand its footprint and build new cold storage facilities
Fera unveils new R&D model
Enigma aims to tackle a series of industry challenges, with the first project focused on wireworm
Iran boosts sales to Uzbekistan
Despite a drop in fruit and vegetable exports to some key markets, Iran saw sales to Uzbekistan grow rapidly in 2021
Weather damages Victorian potatoes
Ballarat potato growers have been hit by severe storms resulting in significant damage to crops
Imports increasing in Spain
January-October period of 2021 saw county's fresh produce imports climb in volume and value
Rewe builds sustainable produce supply
Eugenio Guidoccio and Markus Bobenhausen reflect on new challenges for retailer's fruit and veg procurement business
Puffin supports Pembrokeshire Foodbank
Welsh supplier donates over 350 branded potato packs to support people in need over the festive period
Traceability trial for potatoes and cherries
FreshChain technology deployed on Woolworths items to aid property identification and consumer engagement
Nine-month growth for Spanish trade
Fresh produce imports and export both increased during the January-September period
Metos UK unveils new potato tech
Potato-shaped sensor for in-store monitoring and app for yield estimates are among new introductions
Value rises for Tasmanian produce
Fruit and vegetable sectors continue to grow with berries, apples, potatoes and salads among key categories
Sweet potato potential in Hokkaido
As traditional Japanese growing regions face challenges, northern location provides alternative
Dingdong first to sell new ‘light potato’
Leading Chinese e-commerce platform releases two new potato breeds to celebrate Singles Day
Thai festival for Japanese produce
Japan External Trade Organisation campaign highlights imported apples, sweet potatoes and strawberries
Waitrose launches UK’s first carbon-neutral potato
Root Zero potatoes from Puffin Produce are produced and packed sustainably to remove CO2, boost soil health and biodiversity, and cut plastic waste
Intello Labs launches trade platform
Praman is an artificial intelligence-powered produce trade platform with integrated quality assessment
Retailers commit to sustainable potatoes
Key retailers take UK Robust Potato Pledge and promise to sell disease resistant potatoes
Tong talks automation at BP2021
British manufacturer Tong keeps an eye on automation at BP2021 British Potato exhibition
Philippine potato project supports growers
Universal Robina Corp and the Philippine government work together to improve potato production in the country
