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A farmer sorts potatoes during the harvest season in Declo, Idaho. In 2022, U.S. producers exported USD 303 million, or 549,533 metric tons of potatoes abroad.
June 05, 2023
Japan won’t accept fresh Idaho potatoes, so US lawmakers are pushing for change
Idaho potatoes make it far into Asian markets, but Japan has yet to open its doors to the Gem State’s most famous export.
Savoring the Summer: U.S. Snack Index Reveals Key Insights for a Worry-Free and Memorable Season
May 26, 2023
Frito-Lay Reveals United States Snack trends for this Summer
As temperatures rise and Americans eagerly anticipate the pleasures of summertime, Frito-Lay and Quaker today released the first-ever joint US Summer Snack Index.
Potatoes USA asked Americans, What’s Your Favorite Nutritious Way to Eat Potatoes?
May 24, 2023
Potatoes USA asked Americans, What’s Your Favorite Nutritious Way to Eat Potatoes?
We can all agree that potatoes are America’s favorite vegetable, but a recent Potatoes USA survey investigated different regions’ preferred, nutritious ways to eat the mighty spud.
Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Outlook
May 23, 2023
Lamb Weston announces Sukshma Rajagopalan as Chief Information and Digital Officer
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced that Sukshma Rajagopalan will join the company as Chief Information and Digital Officer, effective June 26, 2023.
The Idaho Potato Commission’s Frites Campaign Crowned Grand Champion, Sweeps Awards at Best of NAMA 2023
May 22, 2023
The Idaho Potato Commission’s Frites Campaign Crowned Grand Champion, Sweeps Awards at Best of NAMA 2023
The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) was declared the Grand Champion at the National Agri-Marketing Association’s (NAMA) award show held on April 26 in St. Louis, MO for its public relations campaign Frites by Idaho.
Try the new Utz Mike’s Hot Hot Honey Potato Chips – act quickly, they’re only available for a limited time!
May 22, 2023
Utz and Mike’s Hot Honey Bring the Heat With a New Hot Honey Potato Chip
Utz®, a leading U.S. manufacturer of branded salty snacks, has teamed up with Mike’s Hot Honey®, America’s No. 1 brand of hot honey, to create the Utz® Mike’s Hot Honey® Potato Chip.
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May 18, 2023
This is BIG: REYCO Systems EcoMiser Elite Oil Removal System is so much smaller
REYCO Systems, the leading manufacturer of oil removal systems, is thrilled to announce the launch of their newest product, the EcoMiser Elite Oil Removal System. And it is so much more compact.
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May 15, 2023
Grote Company expands Lifecycle Management Leadership Roles
Grote Company, a manufacturer of reliable, top-quality food slicing and assembly equipment, announced three promotions as part of its Lifecycle Management initiative.
Potatoes USA Announces New Chairman, Mike Carter, to lead through 2023-2024
May 12, 2023
Potatoes USA Announces New Chairman, Mike Carter, to lead through 2023-2024
Potatoes USA, the marketing and promotion Board for the potato industry, elected new leadership during its Annual Meeting on March 15, 2023.
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May 10, 2023
Bühler launches new 24/7 service center in North America aimed at securing operations for food processors.
The new Customer Operations Center and its RemoteCare offering provides around the clock support for the company’s food producing customers, minimizing the effects of unplanned shutdowns and improving uptime.
New Red Lentil Snacks Bring a Flavor Punch to Snack Time
May 08, 2023
Harvest Snaps launches a fiery baked Red Lentil Snack
Harvest Snaps is heating up the salty snack aisle with new Crunchy Loops Hot & Spicy. Now available exclusively at Walmart locations nationwide, the ring-shaped snacks feature a complex blend of spices that deliver a fiery kick in every crunchtastic bite.
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May 04, 2023
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