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New products are best when they start with a conversation in the kitchen. With chefs at the top of their creative game. Our new crispy savory seasoned skin-on wedge is tested, refined and made in real kitchens, not a lab. The result: savory flavor with a global reach.
You remember when air fryers were just a gadget? Today, it’s the way millions cook every week. The oven never left the stage either. It remains the steady, trusted partner for family meals and bigger batches. Our products master both, designed to deliver the same crisp, every single time. No surprise there: in-house market research shows 86% consider convenience a core driver when choosing frozen potato products, and speed and health-conscious eating are two of the primary reasons they reach for the category.
We’ll spare you ambiguous theories about margins. We know, chefs just want proof. With our profit calculator, the proof is in the pudding—or fries, actually. Just a few quick inputs, and you’ll get the real numbers: how much extra profit can you make by expanding your menu with premium potato inspired sides. No fluff. No guesswork. Full clarity. And if you're like many kitchens, you're not alone. Many chefs don't now their exact margin per item. This tool will change that in seconds.
Fries are the new flavor frontier. A canvas for flavor exploration. Shoppers are no longer satisfied with plain. They want bold. Global tastes in every part of their meal. In our UK and France research, 21% of consumers still see room to improve the taste experience—especially with more seasoned options—and that’s exactly where our new seasoned fries come in.
The French fry? Think again. In the global frozen potato market, France holds a fascinating position. It’s at once traditional and forward-looking, indulgent yet health-aware, and perhaps most notably: proudly local. For retailers and brands looking to win shelf space, let’s have a good look at the nuanced profile of the French consumer.
Data driven moves for businesses ready to scale smart
More and more consumers expect specific air fryer instructions.
But today, many packs still only show oven or fryer times — and that creates friction.
Highlighted in our Back to the Future trend report, consumers are craving sensorial exploration and global influences in food. We’re seeing preferences shift. Away from the plain and toward the adventurous. And frozen potato products are following suit. That doesn’t mean people are giving up on their trusted favorites. But they are embracing new seasonings that bring a sense of discovery to everyday meals.
Agristo hosted an exciting webinar on the top trends shaping food service and retail in 2025. Potatoholics and experts Anthony Pattijn (International Product Manager Food Service), Marie Meguerba (International Product Manager Retail), and Lander Claeys (Culinary Product Advisor), shared valuable insights into how these trends are influencing consumer behavior and the frozen food landscape. Missed the session? No worries! Here’s a recap of the key takeaways and actionable strategies to keep your business ahead of the curve.
In the last decade, the global economy has undergone a profound transformation, and so has Agristo. As a company in the midst of rapid growth, we closely monitor economic transitions in the food industry, aiming to transform these changes into opportunities. We’re excited to announce a pivotal step in our growth strategy: expanding further within Europe and establishing our first production site in the United States.
The private label sector in Europe has seen remarkable growth the past 20 years, capturing increasing market share in both volume and value. This trend, which gained momentum during the pandemic, is showing no signs of slowing down. In the first half of 2024, European market value share of private label rose by yet another 0.5% compared to end of 2023, reaching 38.6%. Let’s take a deep dive in what drives this growth, the strategies that enable these brands to close the gap between volume and value share, and what categories and countries lead the charge.