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A groundbreaking study provides critical, data-driven insights for the potato processing industry, directly comparing the efficacy of peroxyacetic acid (PAA) and chlorine dioxide against key foodborne pathogens. The research addresses a critical knowledge gap in root vegetable…
Unlocking New Revenue from a Classic Crop: The Potato Protein Revolution For generations, the potato has been a cornerstone of global agriculture, primarily valued for its starch and its place on the dinner plate. However, a quiet…
A detailed consumer review of six popular boxed scalloped potato brands provides a rare, direct window into the end-user experience of value-added potato products. The review, which ranked brands from Betty Crocker (1st) to Idahoan (5th) and…
In a significant boost for Australian agriculture, global potato processing giant Farm Frites has confirmed its first production facility in the country will be constructed in Dooen, within the Wimmera region of Victoria. With formal planning approval…
The cultural phenomenon of Friendsgiving, officially added to Merriam-Webster in 2020 and popularized by millennials and Gen Z, represents a significant and evolving consumption segment for the potato industry. A 2018 YPulse study found that 32% of…
In a powerful endorsement of Australian agriculture, Dutch potato processor Farm Frites has received the green light for a A$300 million (€185 million) production facility in Dooen, Victoria. Slated to be the company's Asia-Pacific headquarters, this plant…
The agricultural processing sector stands on the brink of a significant technological transformation. Norwegian startup Digel has launched a pilot project with cooperative processor Hoff SA, implementing a generative AI platform directly within its potato processing operations…
The recent class-action lawsuit filed against The Campbell's Company over its Cape Cod potato chips is more than a legal dispute; it is a stark warning to the entire agricultural supply chain. The plaintiff alleges that Campbell's…
The national rollout of EarthFresh's Butter potato lineup—featuring Butter Gold, Butter Red, and Butter Russet varieties—signals a transformative moment in potato marketing and genetics. Unlike conventional commodity potatoes, these varieties were specifically bred and selected for their…
The recent nationwide launch of Bangers' "Hot Mamba Charged" chips—a product that packs the caffeine equivalent of two cups of coffee into a bag of spicy potato chips—highlights a rapidly growing segment of the food industry: functional…
In a strategic move that signals a new direction for industrial agriculture, Dutch equipment specialist Tummers Food Processing Solutions and Belgian thermal energy expert Callens have joined forces. Their goal is to accelerate the development of the…
In a striking contrast to broader agricultural trends, Belgium's potato sector is demonstrating remarkable resilience and strategic importance. According to preliminary 2025 data from Statbel, the Belgian statistical office, the country's total agricultural land area has decreased…
