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After more than two years of planning and construction, the Taste of Maine Potato Chip plant in Limestone has officially commenced production, bringing kettle chips made from locally sourced Maine potatoes to retail shelves across the state.…
The 27th China Potato Congress, held from August 3 to 6 in Weichang, Hebei, marked a pivotal shift from a national industry gathering to a globally influential summit, uniting over 1,000 professionals from more than 30 countries.…
Exceptionally high temperatures and severe drought across France are shrinking potato tubers, creating a looming headache for producers of French fries. According to experts on TF1, the average potato length has dropped from the usual 10–11 cm…
Potato Corner, the popular Filipino potato snack chain, is commemorating its first year in the Taiwanese market with the launch of an eye-catching limited-time offering: "Giant Fries." Available from August 1 to 15, 2026, at NT$398 per…
South Korean food giant Nongshim has introduced four new potato chip varieties, each developed in partnership with a different convenience store chain. Released on July 10, the "dining series" lineup transforms classic snack experiences by incorporating gourmet…
In most Indian households, potato peels are routinely discarded as kitchen waste after preparing curries, parathas, or french fries. However, these peels are far from useless—they are packed with potassium, vitamin C, and iron, making them both…
Good news for farmers and entrepreneurs in the Agra region—the first Common Incubation Center under the PM Micro Food Upgradation Scheme is nearing completion in Dauki and will soon begin operations. The facility, spread across 7,000 square…
Orion Corporation is on the verge of achieving 1 trillion KRW in annual potato snack sales, with the category generating 874 billion KRW last year—73% of which came from international markets. The company has sustained an average…
Launched in early 2017, Koikeya Pride Potato carved out a new premium category in the potato chip market by defying conventional wisdom—specifically, by skipping the blanching process to lock in the full umami of domestically grown potatoes.…
South Korean restaurant chain Han-sot Dosirak has introduced a new seasonal menu item called "Whirlpool Potato" (Twister Potato), crafted from locally grown new potatoes harvested this summer. This innovative dish features thinly sliced potatoes cut into spiral…
The age-old parental struggle of getting children to eat vegetables has found an unexpectedly delicious answer in Japan. Riken Vitamin, a food research and seasoning company with roots in Japan's national scientific institute, has teamed up with…
While Italian potato gnocchi often steal the spotlight in the world of European dumplings, Austria's Mohnnudeln (poppy seed noodles) deserve equal recognition as a rustic yet refined comfort food. This hearty dish features a fluffy potato-based dough,…
