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McCain Foods launches a pilot program with Ceres AI to enhance potato field monitoring, improve grower collaboration, and support timely in-season crop management decisions.
July 17, 2026
McCain Foods Launches Ceres AI-Supported Grower Pilot Program to Improve Potato Field Visibility and Decision-Making
McCain Foods launches a Ceres AI-supported grower pilot program to improve field visibility and decision-making. The AI solution helps potato growers optimize scouting, coordination, and in-season crop management.
Agristo executives, local leaders, partners, and stakeholders officially break ground on the company's new potato processing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota, marking the start of a landmark investment in U.S. potato processing and regional economic growth.
July 14, 2026
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Agristo Potato Processing Facility in Grand Forks
Agristo has officially broken ground on its new potato processing facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The project is expected to create 300–350 jobs, process 275,000 tons of potatoes annually, and begin production in fall 2029.
Six nationally available frozen sweet potato fry brands were compared in a blind taste test evaluating flavor, texture, and overall quality.
July 14, 2026
Best Frozen Sweet Potato Fries Ranked: Alexia, Ore-Ida, and Sprouts Lead the Taste Test
A taste test of six frozen sweet potato fry brands ranked Alexia as the best overall for flavor and texture, Ore-Ida as the crispiest, and Sprouts as the top honorable mention, highlighting top picks for burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Agristo Becomes PSA's Newest Processor Member
July 09, 2026
Agristo Joins Potato Sustainability Alliance as New Processor Member
Agristo has joined the Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) as a Processor Member, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable potato production. The move supports industry collaboration as Agristo expands its first U.S. processing facility.
Turning the bun into the top dog with limited-edition potato-based buns in three delicious Pringles flavors: Sour Cream & Onion, BBQ and Honey Mustard
July 08, 2026
Pringles launches limited-edition potato-based Pop Dog Buns in three signature crisp flavors
Pringles launched limited-edition Pop Dog Buns, potato-based hot dog buns inspired by Sour Cream & Onion, BBQ and Honey Mustard crisps. The buns will be offered free with a Pringles Three-Pack on July 8 and July 15, while supplies last.
Jesse & Ben's seed-oil-free French fries, made with avocado oil or beef tallow, as the brand expands its retail presence following a $10 million Series A investment.
July 06, 2026
Jesse & Ben's Raises USD 10 Million in Series A Funding to Fuel French Fry Expansion
Jesse & Ben’s raised USD 10 million in Series A funding led by Greycroft to expand retail distribution, strengthen its supply chain, and grow its team. The seed-oil-free French fry brand will also launch new sweet potato and crinkle-cut varieties.
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The recall includes some Dirty sour cream and onion chips and some Zapp's salt and vinegar chips.
July 04, 2026
FDA upgrades Utz potato chip recall to Class I over potential salmonella risk
The United States Food and Drug Administration has upgraded the recall of selected Utz potato chips under the Zapp's and Dirty brands to a Class I recall due to the potential risk of salmonella contamination.
Simplot® Beef Tallow Tater Gems are par-fried in real beef tallow, delivering rich flavor, deeper umami, and foodservice-ready convenience.
June 28, 2026
Simplot Expands Beef Tallow Potato Portfolio with New Beef Tallow Tater Gems for Foodservice
J.R. Simplot has expanded its Beef Tallow Fries & Formed range with new Beef Tallow Tater Gems. Par-fried in real beef tallow, the foodservice-exclusive product delivers rich flavor, deeper umami, and flexible preparation by baking or frying.
Idahoan Foods installed Intralox® Series 10000 belting on the conveyors beneath its even-flow bins at the Idaho Falls facility, eliminating belt slippage while reducing maintenance and improving conveyor reliability.
June 28, 2026
Idahoan Foods eliminates belt slippage with Intralox Series 10000 belting
Idahoan Foods has improved conveyor reliability at its Idaho Falls potato processing facility by installing Intralox Series 10000 belting beneath its even-flow bins, eliminating belt slippage, reducing maintenance and helping prevent costly downtime.
Boulder Canyon's Wavy Grillo's Classic Dill Pickle Flavored Chips
June 27, 2026
Boulder Canyon's Wavy Grillo's Classic Dill Pickle Flavored Chips win 2026 Good Housekeeping Snack Award
Boulder Canyon's Wavy Grillo's Classic Dill Pickle Flavored Chips have won a 2026 Good Housekeeping Snack Award. The recognition is the brand's second award this quarter, following a People Food Award for its Agave Sriracha Potato Chips.
Kettle Brand launches Tater Tracker™, an interactive platform that lets consumers trace the potatoes in their chips back to the farm of origin, meet the farmers behind the harvest, and learn about the sustainable and regenerative farming practices used to grow them.
June 26, 2026
Kettle Brand Launches Tater Tracker to Trace Potatoes to the Farm and Highlight Regenerative Farming
Kettle Brand’s Tater Tracker™ lets consumers trace potatoes to the farm where they were grown. By entering a code on the bag, users can meet the farmers and explore regenerative practices, including cover crops and pollinator habitats in action.
Ohalo and Allied Potato join forces to accelerate the development of next-generation potato varieties, combining advanced Boosted Breeding™ technology with global agronomic expertise to deliver higher yields, enhanced disease resistance, and sustainable potato production worldwide.
June 26, 2026
Ohalo and Allied Potato Partner to Revolutionize Global Potato Breeding with High-Yield, Disease Resistant Varieties
Ohalo and Allied Potato form a strategic partnership to advance Boosted potato breeding, combining Ohalo Boosted Breeding platform with Allied Potato expertise to develop higher-yield disease-resistant potatoes and explore potato seed systems.
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Construction continues on Agristo's frozen potato processing plant in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with production now scheduled to begin in fall 2029 following a one-year extension to the project timeline.
June 25, 2026
Agristo extends timeline for Grand Forks frozen potato processing plant to 2029
Agristo has extended construction of its frozen potato processing plant in Grand Forks by one year, with production now scheduled for fall 2029. Construction and hiring continue as the facility prepares to process 275,000 tons of potatoes annually.
Representantes de cerca de 160 organizaciones de las cadenas de valor alimentarias y agrícolas de Estados Unidos, Canadá y México instan a renovar y fortalecer el T-MEC ante la revisión obligatoria del acuerdo prevista para 2026.
June 17, 2026
América del Norte: organizaciones agrícolas piden renovar acuerdo comercial entre México, EE.UU y Canadá
Organizaciones agrícolas de Estados Unidos, Canadá y México pidieron renovar y fortalecer el USMCA/T-MEC antes de su revisión de 2026, destacando su papel clave en la seguridad alimentaria, la integración comercial, la competitividad regional y la estabilidad económica de América del Norte.
Idahoan Foods' potato processing facility in Rupert, Idaho. The company announced plans to permanently close the plant in June 2026, impacting 61 employees.
June 12, 2026
Idahoan Foods Announces Closure of Rupert Potato Processing Plant, Impacting 61 Employees
Idahoan Foods will permanently close its Rupert, Idaho, potato processing plant by the end of June 2026, affecting 61 employees. The company says it will support workers through the transition while continuing operations at its other facilities.
Optimum Sorting's new Sacramento demonstration center features advanced sorting equipment, including the Novus and Ventus systems, allowing customers to test products and evaluate sorting performance under real-world conditions.
June 09, 2026
Optimum Sorting opens new Sacramento facility following record growth in 2025
Optimum Sorting has opened a larger facility and demo center in Sacramento, California, following record growth in 2025. The new site enables customer testing of sorting technologies and strengthens the company's support across North America.
Potatoes moving through an Intralox S1750 modular plastic belting system in a potato washer and destoner application.
June 03, 2026
Intralox Promotes S1750 Modular Plastic Belting for Potato Washers and Destoners
Intralox is promoting its Series 1750 (S1750) modular plastic belting as an alternative to conventional rodded chains used in potato processing washers and destoners/rock traps.
Potato harvesting in the field highlights Lamb Weston’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, resource efficiency, and environmental stewardship as outlined in its FY2025 Global Sustainability Report.
June 02, 2026
Lamb Weston Advances 2033 Sustainability Goals with Major FY2025 Achievements in New Global Sustainability Report
Lamb Weston’s FY2025 Sustainability Report highlights progress toward its 2033 goals, including a 15% reduction in injury rates, USD 830K+ in community donations, 6% lower freshwater use, 85% sustainable packaging, and 98% waste diversion.

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