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

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.

Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) — NPC has formally requested a Section 332 fact-finding investigation into Canadian potato trade practices.

January 15, 2026

National Potato Council Urges USTR to Investigate Canadian Potato Trade Practices Impacting U.S. Growers

The National Potato Council voted to urge USTR to launch a Section 332 investigation into Canadian potato trade practices, citing decades-old restrictions in British Columbia and concerns over subsidies harming U.S. growers.

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.

November 10, 2025

Potato Expo 2026 Set to Bring Global Potato Industry Together in Dallas for Innovation, Networking, and Sustainability

Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest potato industry event, heads to Dallas Jan. 6–8. Featuring 180 exhibitors, 30+ sessions, and major networking, it unites the global potato supply chain to drive innovation, advocacy, and collaboration.