Potatoes
The grower of potatoes and onions discusses its volume and quality as consumers prepare to celebrate over meals with family and friends.
Los Angeles-based Progressive Produce is highlighting its commitment to health and wellness through its Nature’s Bounty Organic program.
AUSTIN, Texas — The National Potato Council is reporting a record-breaking year for its Potato Expo 2024, which drew 2,320 attendees and 216 exhibitors to the Austin Convention Center, Jan. 10-11.
The Idaho Potato Commission’s annual retail display contest will award three grand prize winners a Traeger Meat Smoker and complete smoking kit.
When subjected to cold temperatures, potatoes convert starch to sugar which can darken the flesh and create a carcinogenic compound during high-temperature processing.
Side Delights says it’s ready to offer consumers options as summer grilling season heats up.
In 2022, U.S. potato exports reached a record $2.1 billion in sales, according to Denver-based Potatoes USA, citing Trade Data Monitor.
The Potatoes USA Board consists of five committees guided by nine industry members. The committees include international marketing, domestic marketing, industry outreach, research, and finance and policy.
Over the last 12 months, U.S. potato export values have increased almost 20%, or $2.2 billion, with a new Mexican export market fueling growth, according to a Potatoes USA report.
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) has awarded a $10,000 2023-24 academic scholarship to Jacob Meeuwsen.
Amazables are oven-crispy-skin-style microwavable U.S. No. 1 grade russet potatoes, available with two custom sauces created exclusively by Litehouse.
The national potato research and promotion organization is looking to fill 33 open seats for the 2025 term.
Luke Parr, farm manager for Michigan-based Sackett Ranch, says the Tomra optical sorting machines can do multiple processes at once.
The second annual “A Little Holiday Happiness Is …” campaign is designed to provide relief for consumers this holiday season with the chance to win $1,000 in groceries from a choice of retailers.
The National Potato Council event will return to Orlando in January to help industry partners launch into the new year.
The company will exhibit next to Pennsylvania Co-Operative Potato Growers as part of a collaborative approach for A Cut Above fresh-cut lines for retail and foodservice.
The Buxton, N.D.-based company, established in 1979, is planning an open house in early 2025 to celebrate the milestone.
Potatoes are a strong performer in the holiday season because they are a big part of family celebrations, says the commission’s Ross Johnson.
Former Fresh Direct CEO David Lawrence will succeed Davenport in the role, who retires after more than 30 years with the company.
Retail ads for potatoes trailed only apples for conventional produce the week of Nov. 29, says the USDA National Retail Report.
These are the most common uses of fresh potatoes, as reported by consumers in The Packer’s 2024 Fresh Trends survey.
The board promotes the benefits of potatoes to audiences across the globe, including consumers, foodservice operators, retailers and health professionals.
The November USDA crop production report reported that the potato area harvested in 2024 was 923,100 acres, down 4% from 2023.
The program will focus on cover cropping, compost applications, nutrient management and conversion of farm equipment to renewable energy in three states.
Overall volume sales for fresh potatoes increased, while dollar sales declined, according to a report from Potatoes USA.
The board says the potato industry contributes $1.35 billion to the Prince Edward Island economy and that a prolonged trade war will damage the industry and drive up food costs for Americans.
Fourth-generation family farm operator Loren Estad and potato pathology research specialist Dean Peterson were recently honored by the organization.
Nominated for his dedication to the next generation, the president and board chairman of Grand Forks, N.D.-based Black Gold Farms was honored during the National Potato Council’s Washington Summit.
Groundbreaking on the production site is expected this year, with the first phase of the project representing a $450 million investment.
Ted Tschirky, a third-generation processing potato grower, served on the Washington State Potato Commission before joining NPC in a leadership role.