Industry leaders at the Dallas potato event discussed tighter contracts, rising global competition, stronger retail demand and weather risks shaping North American potato production
Febrero 11, 2026
Dallas Potato Expo Highlights Trade Pressure, Lower Contracts and Shifting Demand in North America
Dallas hosted the event amid political uncertainty, tariffs, strained trade ties and migrant labour crackdowns, while the Trump administration provided nearly USD 40 billion in farm aid, though none was specifically directed at potato production sector.
Attendees review potato packaging equipment at Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas, highlighting the latest innovations in processing and packaging technology for the global potato industry.
Diciembre 01, 2025
La Potato Expo 2026 reunirá a la industria global de la papa en Dallas para impulsar la innovación, el networking y la sostenibilidad.
La Potato Expo 2026, el evento más grande de la industria de la papa en Norteamérica, llegará a Dallas del 6 al 8 de enero. Con 180 expositores, más de 30 sesiones y amplias oportunidades de networking, reunirá a toda la cadena global de suministro de papas para impulsar la innovación, la representación del sector y la colaboración.
United Potato Growers of Canada General Manager, Kevin MacIsaac, is Retiring After 10 Years of Service
Septiembre 23, 2021
United Potato Growers of Canada General Manager, Kevin MacIsaac, is Retiring After 10 Years of Service
Kevin MacIsaac, who has been General Manager of the United Potato Growers of Canada since October 1, 2011, announced he will be retiring this fall.
Idaho potato growers brace for poor crop amid drought, heat
Septiembre 01, 2021
Idaho potato growers brace for poor crop amid drought, heat
The hot, dry and smoky growing season has left some Idaho potato farmers bracing for a poor crop. For Randy Hardy of Oakley, harvest will likely be the worst of his career.
PEI Potato Board Chairman Wayne Townshend (left) presents Potato Industry Recognition Award to Peter McKenna (right)
Abril 07, 2021
PEI Potato Board Presents 2021 Potato Industry Recognition Awards
Three awards were presented to well deserving industry members at the Prince Edward Island Potato Board’s monthly meeting in March 2021. In addition, the award winners will be recognized at the PEI Board Annual Banquet in 2022.
Mark Klompien was selected as the United Potato Growers of America’s next president and chief executive officer, replacing Jerry Wright.
Noviembre 16, 2016
Mark Klompien new CEO of United Potato Growers of America
United Potato Growers of America announced today that its executive board has unanimously chosen Mark Klompien as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer, replacing Jerry Wright.
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Jerry Wright, President/CEO of United Potato Growers of America (Courtesy: Spudman TV)
Septiembre 07, 2016
Jerry Wright Retires from United Potato Growers of America
United Potato Growers of America President/CEO, Jerry Wright, announced his coming retirement at the August 23 Board of Directors meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Potato Growers, Associated Wholesale Grocers, settle lawsuit for $25 million
Junio 19, 2015
Potato Growers, Associated Wholesale Grocers, settle lawsuit for $25 million
A federal judge has signed off on a $25 million settlement in a lawsuit between wholesale grocers and US potato farming associations accused of forming a price-fixing cartel.
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