The future of potatoes and onions amid global challenges and new supply chain strategies
At the meeting on June 5th, Unapa, the Emilia-Romagna Region, and the commercial operators who signed the Framework Agreement for the sale of fresh consumption potatoes participated, confirming

Potatoes, positive campaign despite the challenges of the European market.
The potato supply chain closed the 2025-2026 commercial campaign with overall positive results, despite production difficulties and tensions in the European market. This was revealed during the

Dutch-supported initiatives aim to tackle the issue of vegetable losses in Senegal.
Senegal continues to struggle with post-harvest losses in onions, potatoes, and other vegetables due to limited storage capacity, high temperatures, and seasonal oversupply. Research cited by the

Nowy system ewakuacji kamieni zmierza na zmniejszenie uszkodzeń ostrza ziemniaków.
Fam Stumabo has introduced a new cutting head solution designed to reduce blade damage caused by embedded stones during potato chips processing. According to the company, processors are

The results of the aeroponic seed production project for the Sila Potato.
At Macfrut, an update was provided on the results of the project dedicated to the production of aeroponically grown seed potatoes in Sila, an initiative developed to strengthen self-sufficiency

The Fucino Igp Potato is the new mission of The Great Italian Beauty.
The Great Italian Beauty focuses on Fucino, a symbol of national biodiversity, placing identity products such as Igp Potatoes and Carrots at the center of the project. An operation that combines

Romagnoli and Cpr system: horticultural recovery and logistics serving solidarity
Romagnoli F.llie Cpr system, in collaboration with the Lombardy Food Bank, is launching a project to recover and redistribute potatoes and onions that do not meet commercial standards but are

New potatoes and carrots: Selenella presents itself at Macfrut with two prominent campaigns.
This year, Selenella will also be at Macfrut (Stand 151 - Pavilion D3) together with Agripat, CEPA, and the Bologna DOP Potato Consortium, to tell, with a shared voice, the value of an

New technology for separating potatoes and carrots from particles.
Nie jest rzadkością, że ziemniaki i marchew wymagają specjalistycznego sprzętu do usuwania kamieni i ziemi z ich bulw i korzeni. Szczególnie dotyczy to pewnych regionów we

Egypt exports 266,000 tons of food, with citrus and potatoes leading the way.
Egypt's food export sector recorded shipments of 266,000 tons over the past week, distributed across 192 countries, according to data from the National Food Safety Authority. A total of 5,510

Romagnoli launches the campaign for Sicilian new potatoes 2026.
The 2026 campaign of Sicilian new potatoes by Romagnoli F.lli has started, featuring more selected productions, a slight reduction in cultivated areas, and more balanced market prospects. The

Cyprus potato exports have been affected by increased shipping costs and delays in the harvest.
Potato growers in Cyprus are facing higher export costs and logistical challenges, as shipping rates are increasing and impacting profit margins, said industry representative Andreas Karyos. "This

Fresh consumption potatoes: supply chain agreement for the period 2026-2029
The new framework contract for fresh potato consumption has been signed, valid for the 2026, 2027, and 2028 campaigns. The agreement involves producer organizations Agripat, ApoFruit Italia, and

Dutch storage company automates the processing and logistics of seed potatoes.
On Welbergsweg in Steenbergen, brothers Corné and John Jacobs run Koelhuis Jacobs together. The company focuses on the storage, processing, and logistical handling of agricultural products. "We

Badanie przeprowadzone w Kolorado zidentyfikowało cztery gatunki Fusarium odpowiedzialne za zgniliznę bulw ziemniaka.
The dry rot of potatoes remains a persistent issue impacting storage and postharvest handling, leading to losses for farmers. Researchers at Colorado State University in the San Luis Valley, a

Colruyt will donate tons of surplus potatoes to the Food Banks.
Amazon Air has expanded its services to Northeast India, offering delivery speeds up to 5 times faster. The company launched new air cargo routes through Kolkata and Guwahati to serve all seven

The new PEF system is designed for processing large-caliber crops at a rate of up to 150 tonnes per hour.
Elea Technology GmbH is pleased to introduce the newest product in its PEF Advantage system lineup: the Elea PEF Advantage C 2000-600. This system features a treatment channel of 600 × 600 mm and

Agrico rebuilds potato storage in Ukraine in record time after a drone attack.
"In May 2025, Agrico's potato storage facility in Ukraine was targeted by two Russian drones. That evening, we suffered a 50% loss in storage capacity, with potatoes still in the field awaiting

Agri-tech is responsible for increasing precision and efficiency in the production of potatoes.
Potato production is increasingly shifting towards data-driven management as farmers incorporate artificial intelligence, robotics, and sensor networks into their field operations. Given the

"Rozszerzona pojemność pakowania wspiera rosnący rynek słodkich ziemniaków"
Wouw Agro, located in the Netherlands, has recently implemented a new packing line for sweet potatoes, significantly increasing its processing capacity. The company, originally focused on growing

#MarcaFresh 2026, Romagnoli leads innovation in the world of potatoes, from first to fifth range
In 2026, Marca confirms itself as a true hub of comparison and opportunity. This was emphasized by Giulio Romagnoli, CEO of Romagnoli F.lli. The company oversees the entire potato supply chain:

Lidl has reduced potato prices by up to 12 per cent.
Well-stocked warehouses: Lidl Austria is immediately reducing the prices of popular potato products. This move aims to alleviate the financial strain on local customers and also support the

Ruggiero brand potatoes in 2026: freshness and innovation in the spotlight
Antonio Ruggiero S.p.A. will also participate in Marca 2026 this year, renewing its presence that has seen it as a protagonist since the early editions of the event. This continuity demonstrates

Modular sorting technology seamlessly integrates into existing potato processing lines.
Po 20 latach współpracy, Quik's Quality Potatoes i OptiServe postanowili pójść o krok dalej. Trzeci sorter Xcalibur, będący częścią nowej linii produkcyjnej specjalności

Industry group established to deal with regulations concerning the transportation of PMTV-infected potatoes.
After an industry-government meeting on Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) held in Melbourne on 18 November 2025, it was agreed that Ausveg would convene a working group to address trade and market