potatoes
Report: US potato crop to experience minimal reduction in 2025
The U.S. potato crop can expect a minimal reduction for 2025, according to a report compiled by North American Potato Market News (NAPMN) for the Mich... READ MORE »
Chefs sample U of I’s potato expertise in reverse trade mission
Thirty-one chefs from throughout the world recently toured a new laboratory at University of Idaho (U of I)’s Parma Research and Extension Center, w... READ MORE »
NDSU seeking samples of diseased tubers for survey
North Dakota State University wants your diseased potato plants. The university’s department of plant pathology is conducting a survey of pink ro... READ MORE »
Turner named honorary member of Michigan agriscience educators group
Kelly Turner, executive director of the Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC), has been named a 2025 honorary member of the Michigan Association ... READ MORE »
Report finds strong yields driving increase in russet table supplies
As the 2025 potato harvest nears completion across the U.S., strong yields are driving an increase in russet table supplies, with size and quality out... READ MORE »
Redesign emphasizes origins of Lay’s potato chips
A rebranding of Lay’s potato chips aims to focus on the brand’s agricultural heritage while emphasizing that the chips are made with real potatoes... READ MORE »
2026 Michigan Winter Potato Conference set for January
The 2026 Michigan Winter Potato Conference is set for Jan. 27-29 at the Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel. Topic proposals are now being accepted. ... READ MORE »
Lamb Weston officially opens production facility in Argentina
Global frozen potato processor Lamb Weston Holdings has opened a 430,000-square-foot production facility in Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. ... READ MORE »
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) urged the inclusion of specialty crop aid in any emergency economic relief for the U.S. agricultural ind... READ MORE »
Potatoes USA report finds seed export potential in Cuba
A recent seed potato update from Potatoes USA found export market potential in Cuba while noting export increases to Central and South America. Cub... READ MORE »
