potatoes
Longtime NDSU professor of plant pathology to retire
Longtime North Dakota State University professor Gary Secor is retiring in September, punctuating a 47-year career in the potato industry. Secor, N... READ MORE »
Research links modern-day potato to tomato plant ancestors
New international research has shed light on the origins of the modern-day potato, tracing the formation of tubers back millions of years to tomato pl... READ MORE »
Grower nominations due this week for leadership conference
The National Potato Council (NPC) seeks grower nominations to represent the U.S. potato industry at Syngenta’s annual Leadership At Its Best con... READ MORE »
Labeling error prompts potato product recall in 5 states
Hans Kissle is voluntarily recalling 66 units of its Red Potato Bliss Salad because of an undeclared wheat allergen in a labeling error. People who... READ MORE »
Regional reports provide nationwide retail insight
A new Potatoes USA analysis provides regional insights into retail sales in eight U.S. markets. The reports are part of a national effort by the natio... READ MORE »
Potato LEAF accepting leadership institute applications until Oct. 17
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) is accepting applications for the 2026 Leadership Institute until Oct. 17. ... READ MORE »
Potato Expo 2026 seeks discussion topic proposals
U.S. and international potato industry members are invited to submit a proposal to discuss timely topics on stage during Potato Expo 2026, to be held ... READ MORE »
NPC: Specialty crop grant reauthorization to aid Mexican market access
USDA has reported to the National Potato Council that the department’s Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops (TASC) program grant has been reauth... READ MORE »
New map provides view of potato processing plant locations
If you’ve ever wondered where potato processing plants are concentrated in North America, a new resource can provide those answers at a glance. T... READ MORE »
Potato products part of potential EU counter-tariffs
Potatoes are among the products the European Union says it will raise tariffs on in response to threatened Trump administration action if an agreement... READ MORE »
