News on Potatoes in Retail from Northern America

Easy Sides of the Little Potato Company are available in four flavors: Onion and Garlic, Sea Salt and Black Pepper, Paprika and Bell Pepper, and Sweet Bell and Onion.
October 23, 2019
The Little Potato Company introduces 'Easy Sides' - ready-in-minutes potatoes - at PMA Fresh Summit
The Little Potato Company is taking convenience to a new level with the launch of Easy Sides, fully cooked, pre-seasoned Creamer potatoes that are ready to heat and eat in only seven minutes.
Greg Donald - General Manager of the PEI Potato Board since 2009 - joins the board of directors of World Potato Congress, Inc.
October 21, 2019
Greg Donald appointed to board of World Potato Congress
World Potato Congress recently announced that Greg Donald has joined its Board of Directors. Greg Donald has been the General Manager of the PEI Potato Board since 2009.
Canadian potato grower, shipper and packer Thomas Fresh launches a unique line of Alberta grown potatoes
September 19, 2019
Thomas Fresh launches a line of Alberta grown potatoes
Canadian potato grower, shipper and packer Thomas Fresh launches a unique line of Alberta grown potatoes
Sun Sets on 55-Year Potato Co-op
September 17, 2019
Sun Sets on 55-Year Potato Co-op
The mood was upbeat and confident at the Malin Potato Cooperative in February of 2015. The Merrill, Oregon, agricultural co-op was preparing to open a brand-new, $7 million state-of-the-art potato packing plant.
New recipes and prizes to inspire consumer’s bite-size potato dishes
September 07, 2019
Find your mealtime inspiration with the launch of Tasteful Selections next small-bite campaign theme, Inspiration in a Small Bite
In the next two months, follow Tasteful Selections and all the small-bite inspiration! With quick cook times, bold flavors and exciting new recipes.
Yellow, white, and medley potatoes contributed the largest volume increases for the fresh category in the fourth quarter, up by 6.9%, 15.5%, and 24.5%, respectively. Red potatoes saw the largest decline in volume sales falling by -7.5%.
August 01, 2019
Potato Sales in United States Retail Up from April to June
IRI sales data April through June showed success for potato sales in retail outlets in the United States, reports Potatoes USA.
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New, exciting recipes and prizes to appeal to the most adventurous foodie
July 02, 2019
Tasteful Selections is ready to fuel your next adventure in their new campaign, Adventure in a Small Bite
New, exciting recipes and prizes to appeal to the most adventurous foodie
MountainKing Acquires Colorado Packing Facility Focused on Smaller-Sized Potatoes
June 03, 2019
MountainKing acquires Colorado packing facility focused on smaller-sized potatoes
In response to the explosive growth and demand for smaller-sized potatoes in smaller-sized bags.
Red potato harvest in Pearsall, TX (Courtesy: FreshPlaza)
May 13, 2019
Harvest begins for Texas potato crop
Black Gold Farms started harvest of the 2019 fresh crop of Texas colored potatoes earlier this week. According to the company, the first run fields have indicated that the quality will be better than ever.
Don’t allow your meals to get boring, find creativity in small bites, with the next theme of Tasteful Selections’ Small-Bite Campaign.
May 05, 2019
Inspired in the kitchen: get creative with bite-size potatoes
RPE, the exclusive sales and marketing partner of bite size potato brand Tasteful Selections, does not want your meals to get boring. Therefore, the next theme of Tasteful Selections’ Small-Bite Campaign is Creativity
New location will service Southeastern and Southcentral USA.
April 02, 2019
EarthFresh Farms Announces New Office, Potato Packing Plant and Distribution Center in Atlanta, Georgia
EarthFresh Farms announces their expansion into the Southeastern USA with an advanced technological packing plant and distribution center in Atlanta, GA.
Potato brand Tasteful Selections inspires happiness with Small-Bite Campaign
March 20, 2019
Potato brand Tasteful Selections inspires happiness with Small-Bite Campaign
Potato brand Tasteful Selections inspires happiness with Small-Bite Campaign
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Idahoan® Family Size Mashed Potatoes has been named Product of the Year for 2019, receiving top honors for the Side Dish Category.
February 11, 2019
Idahoan Mashed Potatoes voted product of the year 2019 in the United States
Idahoan Foods, LLC announced today that its Idahoan® Family Size Mashed Potatoes has been named Product of the Year for 2019, receiving top honors for the Side Dish Category.
Potato field at Mack Farms in Lake Wales, Florida, undated (Courtesy: Mack Farms)
February 07, 2019
Florida potato harvest begins
Florida's potato harvest has kicked off and growers are happy with conditions during the growing season thus far.
The World Potato Congress (WPC) is looking to increase its networking role for the global professional potato value chain, especially during the interval between congresses. Above: Networking during the World Potato Congress last year in Cusco, Peru.
February 07, 2019
World Potato Congress launches Webinar Series
The World Potato Congress (WPC) is looking to increase its networking role for the global professional potato value chain, especially during the interval between congresses.
Bob Evans Farms launched a new 'Steamables' line with three varieties of fresh, never frozen, pre-cooked potato wedges: Sea Salt Red Potato Wedges (shown), Steak House Red Potato Wedges, and Garlic Red Potato Wedges.
February 05, 2019
Bob Evans Farms introduces fresh, never-frozen, pre-cooked potato wedges: 'Steamables'
Bob Evans Farms launched a new 'Steamables' line with three varieties of fresh, never frozen, pre-cooked potato wedges: Sea Salt Red Potato Wedges , Steak House Red Potato Wedges, and Garlic Red Potato Wedges.
Potato company W.P. Griffin Inc. is launching 'Potato Cuisine' Microwaveable Mini Potatoes with selected spices from around the world
January 27, 2019
W.P. Griffin launches Potato Cuisine Microwaveable Mini Potatoes with Spices from around the World
Potato company W.P. Griffin Inc. is launching 'Potato Cuisine' Microwaveable Mini Potatoes with selected spices from around the world: quick and convenient potato trays that take only 6 minutes to prepare in the microwave.
Wellness in a small bite
January 07, 2019
Tasteful Selections promotes wellness with new, yearlong Small-Bite Campaign
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