potatoes
Spuds in space? Potato frying possibilities sans gravity subject of new research
Fry me up, Scotty. New research supported by the European Space Agency indicates that frying potatoes in space may be a feasible — and perhaps more ... READ MORE »
Rising potato prices could be good news for growers, report finds
With potato prices rising while production and acreage shrinks, growers should find themselves in a good bargaining position for the 2023-24 marketing... READ MORE »
U.S. agricultural trade mission heading to Japan next week
USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor will lead an upcoming agricultural trade mission to Japan June 5-8. T... READ MORE »
Report: US potato production declines for fourth consecutive year
U.S. potato production declined for the fourth consecutive year, reaching its lowest level since 2010 and fueling a price surge, according to a recent... READ MORE »
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 »
Positive addition: Potatoes can be a ‘better choice’
The Idaho Potato Commission and the American Diabetes Association recently announced a multiyear partnership making fresh Idaho potatoes the first veg... READ MORE »
World Potato Congress adopts Declaration of Dublin to address food insecurity
The World Potato Congress has adopted the Declaration of Dublin: Fostering Potato Partnerships for Food Security, a global pledge to share knowledge ... READ MORE »
Water stewardship crucial to growers’ operations
With water becoming an increasingly valuable commodity, potato growers are challenged to soak up every drop of this essential resource. Today, access ... READ MORE »
2023 Spudwoman of the Year a master of connecting the dots
Throughout her career, Jeanne Debons has mastered the art of working with people. Debons, the 2023 Spudwoman of the Year, has held varied jobs dire... READ MORE »
