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Where do chips and fries fit in UPF debate?

Let’s face it — the world of nutrition can be confusing, and the ongoing debate about ultra- processed foods is no exception. Despite the lack of ... READ MORE »

Survey takes pulse of potato consumption predilections

A recent Potatoes USA survey found that baked can’t be beaten when it comes to Americans’ favorite way to consume potatoes. Forty-one percent o... READ MORE »

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Potatoes USA names Wisconsin grower board chair

A Wisconsin potato company CEO with 25 years of industry experience has been named the new chair of the Potatoes USA board. Mike Carter of Rosholt,... READ MORE »

Potatoes USA, Eagle River Seed Farm donate to Wisconsin food pantry

Potatoes USA and Eagle River Seed Farm have donated more than 600 pounds of potatoes to the Vilas Food Pantry in Eagle River, Wisconsin. The pantry ha... READ MORE »

Potatoes USA's Smokehouse Mashed Potato Board. Photo: Potatoes USA

Culinary advancements

Culinary advancement is critical to boosting potato sales in grocery stores and restaurants. Trends change rapidly, and what’s popular now m... READ MORE »

Potatoes USA seeking board nominations for 60 open seats

Potatoes USA is seeking nominations to fill 60 open board member seats for the 2024-2027 term. The nomination process will be completed by Aug. 15. ... READ MORE »

World Potato Congress and logo for its June 2024 Congress session in Australia

World Potato Congress opens April webinar registration

World Potato Congress is hosting a webinar, Changing the Conversation about Potato Nutrition, on Wednesday April 19, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. EST. Panel... READ MORE »

Potatoes USA board adds new members

Thirty producer members and two importers have joined the Potatoes USA board of directors. The U.S. Department of Agriculture conducted a swearing-... READ MORE »

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Potatoes: A profitable and popular menu item for restaurants

Potatoes are an essential part of the restaurant landscape. A recent study of 1,500 patrons (consumers who eat out at restaurants) uncovered the po... READ MORE »

Report: Potato industry contributed $100.9 billion to U.S. economy in 2021

A new report authored by Michigan State University economists found that the U.S. potato sector contributed $100.9 billion to the country’s economy ... READ MORE »


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