Northland Potatoes (formerly Northern Plains Potato Growers Association (NPPGA))

Descripción de la compañía

The mission of the Northland Potato Growers Association (formerly known as The Northern Plains Potato Growers Association or NPPGA) is to promote profitability and unity of the potato growers of the adjoining states of Minnesota and North Dakota through the development and promotion of quality potatoes and potato products.

Tipos de productos que ofrece esta empresa

- Asociaciones de Industrias

Noticias de esta Compañia

Potato growers in Minnesota and North Dakota face delays in securing H-2A workers, raising concerns over planting timelines, labor shortages and potential yield impacts.

Marzo 23, 2026

H-2A visa delays threaten 2026 potato planting in Red River Valley, United States

Potato producers in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota are facing delays in securing seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program, raising concerns about potential impacts on the 2026 crop year.

Northland Potatoes kettle cooked potato chips

Febrero 28, 2026

February is Potato Lovers Month: Northland Potato Growers Association highlights chip sector

During Potato Lover's Month, NPGA is recognizing the growers who contribute to the region’s four key sectors: Fresh, Processing, Chip, and Seed. Each week in February, one sector is featured. This week, the spotlight is on the chip sector.

Abril 15, 2025

Wyma Strengthens Support for North American Potato Industry

At Wyma, the belief is strong that robust industry associations are vital to the continued success and innovation of the agricultural sector. That's why Wyma has announced membership with leading potato industry organisations across North America.

The Packer’s Christina Herrick presents Greg Halverson, president and board chairman of Black Gold Farms, with the 2025 Potato Person of the Year Award on Feb. 24.

Marzo 04, 2025

Gregg Halverson named 2025 Potato Person of the Year

Gregg Halverson’s career in the potato industry started at a young age, grading potatoes with his grandfather. Family has continued to be a major theme of his career as he worked with his father and now works with his children as president and board chairman of Grand Forks, N.D.-based Black Gold Farms.