National Potato Council (NPC)

Company Description

The National Potato Council is looking after the interest of the potato growers in the United States. The NPC website provides information on potato history, potato cultivation, potato statistics and US state potato organisations

Product Types offered by this company

- Industry Associations

News for this Company

Ben Sklarczyk, 2026 President of the National Potato Council, addresses industry members during the NPC Washington Summit in Washington, D.C., outlining priorities to promote potatoes in nutrition programs and strengthen global trade.

March 09, 2026

Ben Sklarczyk Elected 2026 President of National Potato Council (NPC) to Champion US Potato Growers

Ben Sklarczyk, a third-generation Michigan grower and owner of Sklarczyk Seed Farm, was elected 2026 President of the National Potato Council. He plans to promote potatoes in nutrition programs, support fair trade, and boost grower policy engagement.

Jared Balcom, president of Balcom & Moe and fourth-generation grower from Washington State, is recognised for his leadership in advancing international market access for the United States potato industry.

January 29, 2026

Jared Balcom Named 2026 Potato Person of the Year for Global Trade Advocacy

Jared Balcom, a fourth-generation potato grower from Pasco, Washington, has been named the 2026 Potato Person of the Year in recognition of his long-standing leadership and advocacy on behalf of the United States potato industry.

Potato Expo 2026 is held in Dallas, Texas, marking the first time the annual event takes place in the city.

January 21, 2026

Potato Expo 2026 in Dallas highlights global industry momentum and policy challenges

Potato Expo in Dallas brings growers, suppliers and industry leaders together. NPC CEO Kam Quarles says the event is a must-attend opportunity to reconnect the potato community, spark new ideas and help shape the future of the industry.