News on Chips and Snacks from the United States

United States potato imports continue to grow
August 27, 2021
United States potato imports continue to grow
United States imports of potatoes and potato products for the July 2020 – June 2021 marketing year increased by 12% in fresh weight equivalent volume and 16% in value, compared to the previous marketing year.
Barnana's new flaky, layered Organic Plantain Crisps are unlike any chip on the market. Savory, not sweet because they are made from green plantains, they come in two flavors: Sea Salt and Garlic.
August 25, 2021
Barnana® Snacks Introduces Organic Plantain Crisps
Barnana’s new flaky, layered Organic Plantain Crisps are unlike any chip on the market. Savory, not sweet because they are made from green plantains, they come in two flavors: Sea Salt and Garlic.
 U.S. potato exports recover in Marketing Year 2020/21
August 23, 2021
U.S. potato exports recover in Marketing Year 2020/21
Exports from the U.S. were impacted by reduced demand and shipping problems starting in January 2020; this reduced demand carried through the end of 2020.
PepsiCo Announces "Net Water Positive" Commitment
August 17, 2021
PepsiCo Announces Net Water Positive Commitment
PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) announced its ambition to become "Net Water Positive" by 2030, aiming to replenish more water than the company uses.
Ballreich Snack Food Company Recalls Bar-B-Q Seasoned Potato Chips Because of Possible Health Risk
August 12, 2021
Ballreich Snack Food Company Recalls Bar-B-Q Seasoned Potato Chips for potential Salmonella contamination
Ballreich Snack Food Co. Tiffin, Ohio, is recalling its 1.5oz, 2.75oz, and 7oz packages of BAR-B-Q Potato Chips due to a potential contamination with Salmonella.
Lay's Releases Limited-Edition Flavor Swap Lineup Inspired By Doritos And Funyuns
July 29, 2021
Lay's Releases Limited-Edition Flavor Swap Lineup Inspired By Doritos And Funyuns
Lay's teams up with two flagship Frito-Lay favorites for lay's flavor swap, bringing fans the ultimate flavor mashup experience.
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Superfruit Snack Brand Takes a Bite Out of Chips Aisle with Its Newest Twist on a Crunchy Classic
July 28, 2021
RIND® to Shake up the Snack Aisle with the Launch of Crispy Fruit Chips
It's crunch time! On the heels of a $6.1 million raise announced last month, RIND Snacks®, makers of functional and sustainable fruit snacks, is giving consumers an exciting, new, and innovative way to enjoy their daily dose of fruit.
Dylan Lissette, Chief Executive Officer of Utz (Courtesy: Utz Brands)
July 28, 2021
UTZ Brands Announces Promotions to Executive Management Team as Company Positions for Next Phase of Growth
Utz Brands, Inc. announced several changes to its Executive Management Team. The announcements reflect the Company’s ongoing process of evaluating capabilities needed to better position Utz for its next phase of growth.
The USD 2.4 Million expansion project of Great Lakes Potato Chips is expected to create new jobs and improve energy and operational efficiencies. Great Lakes Potato Chips manufactures skin on kettle chips in a range of flavours
July 24, 2021
Great Lakes Potato Chips plans major expansion. Michigan Department of Agriculture chips in USD 80K
The USD 2.4 Million expansion project of Great Lakes Potato Chips is expected to create new jobs and improve energy and operational efficiencies.
Spudsy Sweet Potato Fries: Vegan Ranch Fry, Hot Fry, Cheese Fry
July 14, 2021
Spudsy used National French Fry Day to Launch a Sweet Potato Fries inspired savory snack
Spudsy, the brand known for creating the world's first Sweet Potato Puff, is introducing a new super snack on National French Fry Day that will excite the tastebuds of fry lovers everywhere.
From left, Mister Bee sales director Rob Graham and owner Mary Anne Ketelsen describe how chips are made at the potato hopper at Mister Bee during a press event (Courtesy: Jess Mancini).
July 01, 2021
West Virginia potato chip company Mister Bee expands sales into other states
Starting in early July, Mister Bee’s potato chips will be entering a new territory for the first time in company history. Mister Bee’s will be featured in stores throughout Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., through Labor Day in September honoring military personnel.
Fritos® Teams Up With Papa Murphy's® Take 'n' Bake Pizza To Unveil Limited-Edition Fritos® Outlaw Pizza
June 29, 2021
Fritos® Teams Up With Papa Murphy's® Take 'n' Bake Pizza To Unveil Limited-Edition Fritos® Outlaw Pizza
Featuring the iconic taste and crunch of Fritos® corn chips, this new offering is the latest innovation from Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake pizza to upgrade BBQ season
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June 03, 2021
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May 25, 2021
Pepsico promotes its Ruffles® Ridged potato chips ... with shoes???
Inspired by the defining characteristics of the signature chip, the sneakers are the edgy embodiment of what it means to own one's style, story - and your ridges.
Consumers Have 'Two Summers in One' Mentality as Memorial Day Approaches, Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Finds.
May 20, 2021
Frito-Lay Snack Index: Summer 2021
Consumers Have 'Two Summers in One' Mentality as Memorial Day Approaches, Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Finds. Results flip: In 2020, more than 80 percent of Americans were staying home for Memorial Day; this year, 80 percent are gearing up to go out.
New Limited-Edition Pringles® Flavor Gives Wendy's® Spicy Chicken Sandwich Lovers A New Reason To Drive Thru The Snack Aisle: Pringles and Wendy's are back with a spicy-chicken-inspired crisp that packs a punch in every bite.
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