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Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE)

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The Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE) is a not-for-profit organization 100% dedicated to expanding and translating scientific research into evidence-based policy and education initiatives that recognize the role of all forms of the potato—a nutritious vegetable—in promoting health for all age groups.

Activities of the Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE) include:

  • Actively building the science foundation concerning the nutritional benefits of the white potato;
  • Creating partnerships with critical health professional organizations in the United States and Canada;
  • Educating dietitians and health professionals by providing them with the latest scientific research and information on potato nutrition, consumption and affordability.

APRE does not lobby or further any political or partisan interests.

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Maureen Storey leaves Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE)
July 19, 2016

Maureen Storey leaves Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE)

After five years as the president and CEO of the Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE), Maureen Storey, Ph.D., is no longer leading the organization.
Study: Best Hope for Potassium and Fiber Missing in Children's Diets is the One Vegetable They're Least Likely to Ignore: Potatoes
February 17, 2016

Best Hope for Potassium & Fiber Missing in Kids Diets is the Vegetable They're Least Likely to Ignore: Potato

U.S. children are not consuming enough vegetables, resulting in an inadequate intake of key nutrients, including potassium and dietary fiber, which are important for growth, development and overall health.
Confirmed: French Fried Potatoes Not a Source of Trans Fat
January 25, 2015

Confirmed: French Fried Potatoes NOT a Source of Trans Fat

New Research Confirms French Fried Potatoes Are Not a Source of Trans Fat
APRE creates President's Circle to strengthen Potato Industry Collaboration on Science Agenda
October 23, 2014

APRE creates President's Circle to strengthen Potato Industry Collaboration on Science Agenda

Maureen Storey, PhD, president and CEO of the Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE) today announced the formation of the APRE President’s Circle, a new membership category designed to strengthen industry value chain collaboration