Potato News from Northern America

SunChips Celebrates Solar Event with Exclusive Eclipse Inspired Flavor Release and Partnership with Astronaut Kellie Gerardi
March 28, 2024

SunChips Celebrates Solar Event with Exclusive Eclipse Inspired Flavor Release and Partnership with Astronaut Kellie Gerardi

As the country prepares for the highly anticipated solar eclipse, SunChips® is stepping into the spotlight.
Bayer’s expert GenAI system is making better information more quickly and readily available
March 28, 2024

Bayer pilots unique generative AI tool for agriculture

Bayer has announced the pilot of an expert GenAI system to benefit farmers and up-level agronomists in their daily work.
Aaron Fox, Executive Vice President at Fox Packaging
March 27, 2024

Aaron Fox, VP of Fox Packaging on Sustainable Packaging

In the ever-evolving landscape of packaging, where sustainability takes center stage, Fox Packaging's team actively monitors the market, its trends, and most importantly, supply chain needs.
The Combined Drought Indicator
March 16, 2024

Drought Tightens Grip on the Mediterranean, Impacting Potato Production

Now, the specter of a warmer-than-average spring in 2024 is anticipated, as predicted by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) report 'Drought in the Mediterranean Region - January 2024'.
Jackson’s sweet potato Wavy chips
March 16, 2024

Jackson's Unveils New Wavy Sweet Potato Kettle Chip Line in Unique, Savory Flavors at Natural Products Expo West 2024

Jackson's, the Snack Super™ brand fueled by sweet potatoes, avocado oil, and super flavors, announced they will introduce and sample its latest innovation, the all-new Wavy Cut Sweet Potato Chips kettle cooked in avocado oil at the Natural Products Expo West 2024 Trade Show in Anaheim, Calif., March 12-16.
Islanders Collect Free Potatoes at 'Fill Your Boots' Event
March 14, 2024

Islanders Collect Free Potatoes at 'Fill Your Boots' Event

Free potato handout on Prince Edward Island a success
Jensie Smith, Retail and Key Account Manager at Fox Packaging
March 14, 2024

Fox Packaging appoints Jensie Smith as Retail and Key account manager

Fox Packaging welcomes Jensie Smith as the Retail and Key Account Manager, dedicated to enhancing customer service and providing vital support to the sales team.
Potato chip maker rescues 25 million pounds of 'ugly' potatoes
March 14, 2024

Potato chip maker rescues 25 million pounds of 'ugly' potatoes

Uglies Kettle Chips has now 'rescued' 25 million pounds of 'ugly potatoes' that have gone into making the brand’s upcycled Uglies Kettle Chips.
NPC Applauds Scaled Back Final Climate Disclosure Ruling
March 09, 2024

National Potato Council Applauds Scaled Back Final Climate Disclosure Ruling

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) scrapped a plan opposed by farm groups to mandate the tracking of greenhouse gas emissions in company supply chains, all the way down to family farms. 
Brenda Simmons, the former Assistant General Manager of the PEI Potato Board, Mary Kay Sonier, the former Seed Coordinator for the PEI Potato industry, Alvin Keenan, co-owner of Rollo Bay Holdings
March 08, 2024

Three Island Potato Industry Leaders Receive National Agriculture Recognition

Three deserving Islanders have received recognition on the National agriculture stage.
Potato Dish Trends
March 07, 2024

Potatoes a top menu performer as loaded drums, fries, bowls entice younger generations

Potatoes appeared on nearly 83% of all U.S. restaurant menus in 2023, demonstrating the staying power of America’s favorite vegetable as a top menu performer.
Three Island Farmers Unite to Host Fill Your Boots Event - A Free Potato Giveaway!
March 07, 2024

Three Prince Edward Island Farmers Host Fill Your Boots Event: Free Potato Giveaway!

Three Prince Edward Island Potato Farms are teaming up for yet another Fill Your Boots Event, inviting Islanders to choose their own free potatoes directly from their potato storages.
ONExia New UR30 from Universal Robots for Palletizing
March 07, 2024

ONExia to Feature the New UR30 from Universal Robots for Palletizing at Pack Expo East

Industry-leading robotics integrator and OEM ONExia has announced the debut of the groundbreaking UR30 collaborative robot arm at Pack Expo East 2024
The Covered Bridge Potato Chips plant is totally destroyed by fire
March 06, 2024

Covered Bridge Potato Chips plant totally destroyed by fire

Friday evening March 1, 2024, the most famous potato chips plant in Atlantic Canada - Covered Bridge Potato Chips in Hartland, New Brunswick - was totally destroyed by fire.
Bob Mattive of Colorado Elected National Potato Council President. (Courtesy: National Potato Council)
March 05, 2024

Bob Mattive of Colorado Elected National Potato Council President

The National Potato Council (NPC) installed its 2024 roster of Executive Committee members this week at the organization’s annual Washington Summit.
PEI’s 2024 Potato Expo A Resounding Success
March 05, 2024

Prince Edward Island 2024 Potato Expo A Resounding Success

Thousands of potato professionals from across North America made the trip to Charlottetown’s Eastlink Centre for the 2024 return of the International Potato Technology Expo.
The Great PEI Food Escape!
March 02, 2024

The Great PEI Food Escape!

The PEI Potato Board has joined forces with several key players in the food and tourism sectors of Prince Edward Island, launching a fun winter promotion, offering an opportunity to win an unforgettable "foodie" journey to PEI.
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. 

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