e-newsletter #62 – May 2017
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Only 2 months until Conference and there’s been so much happening. Here’s an overview of what the team at Potatoes … Read More
PCT South Island Golf Tournament a great success
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The 8th Annual Potatoes NZ Charitable Trust Golf tournament was held at Methven Golf Club on Friday 26 May. It … Read More
Phytochemicals
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The term ‘phytochemicals’ refers to a wide variety of compounds made by plants which affect our health. The benefits of … Read More
Carbohydrates and fibre
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Carbohydrate-rich foods like potatoes are a good source of energy. For a balanced diet, carbohydrates should supply just over half … Read More
Food intolerance and allergies
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Potatoes can be used in the following exclusion diets: Gluten free Wheat free Dairy free Egg free Nut free Low … Read More
Food Act 2014 – regulations and resources
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The new Food Regulations have been formally passed, and are now available on the New Zealand Legislation website. The Minister for … Read More
Sustainability
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Potatoes play an important role in feeding the world as they are one of the largest food crops on the … Read More
Preparing and cooking potatoes
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Preparing potatoes There are a number of decisions that you can make in order to maximise the nutritional benefits of … Read More
Selecting potatoes
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How do I know which potato to buy? Buy potatoes suited for end use. Growers cook-test potatoes and then label … Read More
Seasonal changes and potato varieties
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Potato texture changes throughout the year As the season progresses a potato changes e.g. an Ilam Hardy early in the … Read More