New Vegetable Handling Systems to Debut at INTERPOM
Producers can see integrated equipment solutions at the Belgian event to help streamline root crop processing.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Organic Food
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The UK manufacturer Haith is set to showcase its latest vegetable handling equipment at the INTERPOM exhibition in Belgium from November 29 to December 1, 2026. The company plans to demonstrate integrated production solutions in partnership with GRIMME for attendees at the Kortrijk Xpo.
Why it matters
This appearance marks the final stop on the manufacturer's 2026 international exhibition schedule and offers producers a look at machinery intended to streamline root crop processing. The demonstration highlights how integrated technology can bridge the gap between initial planting and final product packing.
Haith has attended INTERPOM since 2004, building a history of exhibiting specific equipment updates such as its 2018 Direct Drive Potato Dryer and 2024 QuantaFill mobile box filler. The effectiveness of these unified systems compared to standalone equipment remains a focus for ongoing industry review.
The players
Haith
A UK-based manufacturer specializing in industrial vegetable handling and processing equipment.
GRIMME
A manufacturer focused on agricultural machinery for potato, beet, and vegetable cultivation.
The details
The exhibition will center on a collaborative demonstration with GRIMME, focusing on the mechanical link between planting and packing. By connecting separate stages of root crop handling, the partnership aims to show how automated systems can handle produce more efficiently from harvest to shipping. Visitors may receive an early preview of upcoming technological innovations that the company expects to launch in early 2027.
Timeline
Haith first participated in the INTERPOM exhibition in 2004.
The company upgraded its Direct Drive Potato Dryer in 2018.
A Mobile Water Treatment System was introduced by the manufacturer in 2022.
The QuantaFill mobile box filler was added to the equipment lineup in 2024.
Haith will host its exhibit at the Kortrijk Xpo from November 29 to December 1, 2026.
Health Landscape
Modern root crop processing relies on increasingly integrated machinery to improve food safety and reduce manual handling risks. This event reflects the broader industry trend of consolidating agricultural workflows to maintain quality standards from the field to the consumer's table.
Producers and those interested in agricultural supply chains should monitor these developments as they impact how efficiently produce reaches the market. Improvements in vegetable handling technology are essential for maintaining food safety and reducing waste throughout the distribution network.
The takeaway
Integrated handling systems play a critical role in minimizing potential contamination and physical damage to fresh produce. When evaluating food supply chain improvements, tracking technological advancements in wash and packing systems provides insight into future trends in vegetable processing.
Further reading
For more information on the systems used to process produce, see the latest updates in Organic Food.
Source note: This article includes information reported by PotatoPro.
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