News On French Fries and Potato Specialties from the United States

MSU professors Jiming Jiang and David Douches. (Courtesy: MSU)
February 27, 2024

Michigan State University researchers further unravel the mechanism of cold induced sweetening in potatoes

Michigan State University professors Jiming Jiang and David Douches has discovered a key mechanism behind the darkening and potential health concerns associated with cold-stored potatoes. 
Potato Expo 2024 Registration
January 25, 2024

Potato Expo 2024 Shines in Austin with 2320 Attendees, Paving the Way for Las Vegas Edition on Jan 14-15, 2025

In a dazzling display of innovation and collaboration, the Potato Expo 2024 concluded on Jan 11th, leaving 2320 attendees and 216 exhibitors with an announcement of Potato Expo 2025, Las Vegas.
Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2024 Results; Updates Fiscal Year 2024 Outlook
January 04, 2024

Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2024 Results; Updates Fiscal Year 2024 Outlook

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) has announced its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2024 and updated its full year earnings targets for fiscal 2024.
McCain Foods USA and Partners Awarded USD 6.9 Million in Federal Funds for Sustainable Potato-Growing Projects in Wisconsin and Maine
November 08, 2023

McCain Foods USA, Campbell's Awarded USD 6.9 Million for Sustainable Potato-Growing Projects in Wisconsin and Maine

McCain Foods USA was awarded USD 6.9 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)
Potatoes, fresh from the field, bump onto a belt before being transferred to a storage shed outside of Boardman, Oregon.
October 31, 2023

Too much potatoes for French Fries in Pacific Northwest

About 5,000 loaded-down semi-trucks of really nice Northwest french-fry-making potatoes are set to plop into cattle troughs or be destroyed. Dale Lathim is the President of the Potato Marketing Association of North America
Lamb Weston product collage on white
October 08, 2023

Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2024 Results; Raises Fiscal Year 2024 Outlook

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 and raised its full year earnings targets for fiscal 2024.
Author: Dr. Horia Groza, University of Wisconsin-Madison, retired
October 01, 2023

The Nutritional Power of Potato: Carbohydrates

The journalist, Ben Feller, wrote, in 2009, an interesting story titled "The President and the Potato." David Letterman hosted President Barack Obama at his talk show and offered 10 funny reasons why his guest accepted to come. But Obama stopped him, saying, "The reason I’m here? I want to see that heart-shaped potato."
Idaho Steel Products Nex-Gem Lab Former
September 14, 2023

Idaho Steel Products introduces the Nex-Gem Lab Former for potato specialties and more

Idaho Steel Products, a leader in innovative food processing solutions, is announced the launch of its latest groundbreaking creation – the Nex-Gem Lab Former.
U.S. Potato Exports Reach Record Value and Volume July 2022 – June 2023
August 26, 2023

United States Potato Exports Reach Record Value and Volume July 2022 – June 2023

United States potato exports reached record value and volume in the 12-month period from July 2022 – June 2023. Export values increased 19.05% to USD 2.2 billion, and export volume increased 3.85% to 3.3 million metric tons (fresh weight equivalent).
An aerial view of the USD 415 Million expansion project currently under way at Lamb Weston’s American Falls facility.
August 20, 2023

Inside Lamb Weston’s USD 415 Million American Falls expansion project

Lamb Weston is in the process of significantly expanding french fry production capacity at its American Falls facility, according to a story by Sean Ellis on Idaho Farm Bureau Federation’s website.
Fresh Potato Retail Sales FY23
August 06, 2023

United States Potato Retail Sales See Double-Digit Increases July 2022 – June 2023

United States retail dollar sales of potatoes increased 16.8% July 2022 – June 2023, which closed with a strong quarter (April – June 2023) that saw retail dollar sales growth of 14.5% compared to the same period last year.
Lamb Weston product impression
July 26, 2023

Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results; Provides Fiscal Year 2024 Outlook

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced its fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2023 results and provided its outlook for fiscal 2024.
July 13 is National French Fry Day: Get Ready To Win The Ultimate Idaho® Potato Fry-Lovers Giveaway
July 13, 2023

July 13 is National French Fry Day: Get Ready To Win The Ultimate Idaho® Potato Fry-Lovers Giveaway

Today is National French Fry Day! The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is the go-to resource for all things fries, so get ready for your crash course on best practices, tips and tricks, and the most irresistible recipes imaginable!
July 10, 2023

American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) highlights the role of Frozen Food in Reducing Food Waste

Publications from the Cornell University Dyson School of Business and market research firm 210 Analytics cast light on the lower waste rates of frozen food and how consumers are utilizing frozen food to fight back against waste, respectively.
McCrum: The success and legacy behind the thriving potato processing operation
July 06, 2023

McCrum: The success and legacy behind a thriving potato processing operation in Maine

There aren't many farms in Maine that can boast they've been owned by the same family for more than 130 years. One of those is the McCrums.
Idaho potato packing operation receives $19.6M in federal funding to increase production
June 25, 2023

Idaho potato packer Mart Group will use USD 19.6M in federal funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility

The Mart Group, an Idaho potato packing operation has been awarded a USD 19.6 million USDA funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility. The investment is part of a USD 320 million effort to create better markets for agricultural producers and food businesses.
Lamb Weston Issues FY22 ESG Report
June 21, 2023

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Issues FY22 ESG Report

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. issued its fourth annual Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report, reporting progress against 2030 ESG goals.
Lamb Weston announces Sukshma Rajagopalan as Chief Information and Digital Officer
May 23, 2023

Lamb Weston announces Sukshma Rajagopalan as Chief Information and Digital Officer

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced that Sukshma Rajagopalan will join the company as Chief Information and Digital Officer, effective June 26, 2023.

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