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PotatoPro FAM STUMABO to Showcase New Potato Processing Innovations at Interpom 2026 FAM STUMABO will showcase its latest potato processing innovations at Interpom 2026 in Kortrijk, Belgium, from 29 November to 1 December. Highlights include the new SureTec 240P, STUMABO hydrocutting heads and the Dorphy dicer.

PotatoPro Unilever Expects No Major Job Losses in Netherlands After Food Division Sale to McCormick Unilever expects no major job losses in the Netherlands after selling its food division to McCormick. The new company will retain a strong Dutch presence, including Rotterdam headquarters and Wageningen research center, supporting around 1,000 jobs.

PotatoPro MoistTech to Showcase Innovative IR-3000 Moisture Sensor at Pack Expo International 2026 MoistTech will present the IR-3000 NIR moisture sensor at PACK EXPO International 2026. The system enables real-time moisture control, helping food and corrugated manufacturers improve quality, reduce waste, and save energy.

PotatoPro HyFun Foods and Maersk inaugurate one of India's largest cold storage facilities HyFun Foods and Maersk have inaugurated one of India's largest cold storage facilities in Mehsana, Gujarat. The 260,000 sq. ft. facility with capacity for 14,700 pallet positions strengthens HyFun Foods' cold chain and frozen potato logistics.

PotatoPro Vietnam Approves Export of Nearly 28,000 Potato Seeds to India for Research Lam Dong, Viet Nam, approved the export of 27,952 potato seeds from 23 breeding lines to India for research. The shipment by the Potato, Vegetable and Flower Research Center supports breeding, variety testing, and potato innovation.

PotatoPro Can Cows Help Grow Better Potatoes? Canadian Researchers Test Grazing to Improve Soil Health Researchers in Prince Edward Island are testing cattle grazing before potato planting to improve soil health, reduce costs and support sustainable farming. Early results show no yield loss or higher emissions as researchers study long-term benefits.

PotatoPro Shri Vibracion Technologies Officially Inaugurated Its Experience Center on Its Foundation Day Shri Vibracion Technologies marked its 9th Foundation Day by opening its Experience Center, offering live machine demos, product trials and expert guidance to help customers choose the right material handling solutions.

PotatoPro Accelerating Global Warming Could Reshape the Future of Global Potato Production Global warming is accelerating, threatening potato production through heat, drought, pests, and storage challenges. Climate-smart farming, resilient varieties, and improved irrigation are essential to protect future yields and quality.

PotatoPro Pacific Northwest Potato Growers Face Rising Competition from China as Exports Decline Washington potato exports have dropped about 10% as China expands production and exports across Pacific Rim markets. Industry leaders say China's lower costs and investment in potato research are increasing pressure on U.S. growers.

PotatoPro China Suspends Seed Potato Import from Zebra Chip Disease Affected Countries China has introduced new phytosanitary measures to prevent the entry of Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum (CLso), suspending seed potato import approvals from affected countries and tightening import requirements for planting materials.

PotatoPro United States lawmakers introduce bill to reform agricultural labor system United States lawmakers have introduced the 'Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026,' a bill backed by the National Potato Council to modernize the H-2A program, address labor shortages and improve workforce stability for agriculture.