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2026 Congress Day 1: Crop results and 2026 forecasts  09/06/2026
2026-06-23 09:47:16

2026 Congress Day 1: Crop results and 2026 forecasts  09/06/2026

According to the figures presented during the first day of the congress by WPTC members, it is estimated that 40.1 million tonnes of tomatoes should be processed in 2026, a small decrease of 1% compared the 40.4 million tonnes processed in 2025.AMITOMAntonio Casana, AMITOM president, presented the s

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Tomato processing waste shows antibacterial packaging promise
2026-06-23 09:34:56

Tomato processing waste shows antibacterial packaging promise

Researchers at ITQB NOVA in Lisbon, working as part of the AgriLoop project on plant polyesters, have demonstrated that cutin—a natural polyester found in tomato peel—can be deconstructed into different properties with significant antibacterial properties, opening a potential new avenue for valori

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2026 California Processing Tomato Report
2026-06-08 10:03:32

2026 California Processing Tomato Report

As of May 15, California’s tomato processors reported they have or will have contracts for 9.9 million (short) tons (8,981,000 metric tonnes) of processing tomatoes for 2026. This production estimate is 1 percent above the January intentions forecast of 9.8 million tons and 11 percent below the fin

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Tomato Sauce: The Ultimate Versatile Pantry Staple You’re Underusing
2026-01-23 09:43:41

Tomato Sauce: The Ultimate Versatile Pantry Staple You’re Underusing

If there’s one item that deserves a permanent spot in your pantry (and fridge, and freezer), it’s tomato sauce. We all know it’s the go-to for pasta and pizza, but this humble red sauce is so much more versatile than its classic uses—it’s the secret to elevating every meal, from quick breakfast

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