Potatoes
U.S. fresh potato exports soared 16% in the 12 months from October 2022 through September 2023, USDA trade numbers say.
The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 consumer survey reveals demographic variables in households that tend to point to higher fresh potato purchases.
Potato movement has been good throughout the Red River Valley at the start of this season.
NoKota Packers is locked and loaded for the 2023-24 season, says Carissa Olsen, president and CEO of the Buxton, N.D.-based marketer.
Great potato promotion opportunities for Idaho potatoes will abound in 2024, says Eric Beck, director of marketing for Idaho Falls, Idaho-based Wada Farms Marketing Group.
A new medley variety pack from Southwind Farms is now available, says Derek Peterson, vice president of sales and operations for Wilcox Fresh, Rexburg, Idaho.
The versatile potato is one fresh produce commodity that consumers turn to when they are faced with grocery price inflation, The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 survey reveals.
The company will introduce a 3-pound mesh pillow pack for its Honey Gold, Ruby Sensation and Sunburst Blend potatoes.
The brand says the design change comes as shopper demand increases for healthy, convenient and cost-effective meals.
Soil Health Institute becomes the fourth environmental nongovernmental organization to join PSA, while Walther Farms and DeGroot’s Vegetable Farms joined as grower associates.
Merchandising displays need to be more thoughtful than a simple pile o’ taters.
Side Delights says the Campbell’s 2024 “State of the Sides Report” highlights the regional flavor preferences that will drive consumer’s Thanksgiving shopping this year.
A new campaign aims to connect consumers to the growers behind the nutritious vegetable and Thanksgiving staple.
Growers report good news from the field as they gear up for the holiday sales period.
The companies say versatile ingredients add nutrients and elevate holiday cooking.
Fresh Solutions Network, the creators of Side Delights potatoes, is launching two new additions to its Flavorables line.
Chicago-based Agrow Fresh Produce Co. is introducing a new steam bag for petite potatoes, said Ed Romanelli, vice president of sales and marketing.
Alan Kahn is the new vice president of foodservice for the Idaho Potato Commission, Boise.
Retail produce managers take note: the Idaho Potato Commission’s 2019 retail display contest wants to send you away. To Hawaii.
Grand Forks, N.D.-based Black Gold Farms has hired Kerwin Bradley as chief production officer.
San Francisco-based Fresh Solutions Network is positioning its Side Delights fresh potato brand in the trending “food as medicine” and plant-based menu movement.
The National Potato Council has promoted Kam Quarles to chief executive officer.
Spring typically brings a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables from the Carolinas, and this year is no exception, suppliers and marketers say.
Schmieding Produce has hired Dave Yeager as senior vice president of business development.
AUSTIN, Texas — John Keeling is The Packer’s 2018 Potato Man for All Seasons.
AUSTIN, Texas - With Washington D.C. distracted by dysfunction and a partial government shutdown, one trade analyst speaking at Potato Expo 2019 said the focus needs to return to the importance of approving the USMCA.
Side Delights value-added potato products are promoting mushrooms with A Week’s Worth of Yum, highlighting them in recipes.
DENVER — A year ago, Potatoes USA members started a new campaign to market potatoes as a performance food. A year later, they confirmed that’s the right track.
Schmieding Produce, which ships watermelons grown in most of the major watermelon areas in the U.S., has acquired North Carolina grower Moore’s Produce.
Potatoes USA has hired Kayla Dome as global marketing manager for the group’s retail sector.