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NPC is urging higher tariffs on Chinese frozen fries amid concerns over rising exports and market pressure on United States potato processors.
May 20, 2026
NPC urges higher tariffs on Chinese frozen fries amid export surge
The National Potato Council (NPC) has filed formal comments with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), urging action against China’s rapidly growing frozen French fry export capacity.
Mike Wenkel of the National Potato Council discusses rising production costs, oversupply and ongoing efforts to expand export markets for United States potatoes.
May 11, 2026
National Potato Council discusses production costs, oversupply and export growth for US potatoes
United States potato growers are facing continued pressure from rising production costs, labor expenses and oversupply in several sectors of the potato industry, according to the National Potato Council.
United States potato imports continue to grow
November 23, 2025
Potatoes and Power: How United States Policy is Reshaping Latin America
People rarely think of Washington when talking about potatoes. Yet much of what happens in the fields— from fertilizer prices to seed genetics— is shaped, directly or indirectly, by decisions made in the U.S. capital.
United States potato sales rise in volume despite lower prices
August 31, 2025
United States Retail Potato Sales Volume Grows During the July 2024-March 2025 Period
United States retail sales of potatoes maintained strong volume over the nine months from July 2024 to March 2025. Despite a small (-0.5%) drop in dollar sales to USD 14.72 billion
Hannah Johnson, a Ph.D. candidate at Washington State University
August 18, 2025
Potato LEAF Awards 2025-26 Scholarship to Washington State University’s Hannah Johnson
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) is proud to announce Hannah Johnson, a Ph.D. candidate at Washington State University, as the recipient of the organization's 2025-26 academic scholarship. 
2025 Tariffs and Trade
April 27, 2025
2025 Tariffs and Trade: What is Next for the Global Food Industry?
Escalating US-China tensions and tariffs exceeding 100% are disrupting global supply chains, driving up prices on key ingredients like rice, oils, and spices, and forcing food businesses worldwide to adapt amid tightening markets.
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Celebrate National Chip and Dip Day on March 23rd with a variety of flavorful dips and crispy chips!
March 21, 2025
National Chip and Dip Day: A day to explore perfect dip pairing
The perfect day to explore Chip and Dip is here, the best satisfying day to explore your favorite dipping with the chips. Even though the occasion comes once in a year, but the day gained popularity in the US from 1950s.
The Packer’s Christina Herrick presents Greg Halverson, president and board chairman of Black Gold Farms, with the 2025 Potato Person of the Year Award on Feb. 24.
March 04, 2025
Gregg Halverson named 2025 Potato Person of the Year
Gregg Halverson’s career in the potato industry started at a young age, grading potatoes with his grandfather. Family has continued to be a major theme of his career as he worked with his father and now works with his children as president and board chairman of Grand Forks, N.D.-based Black Gold Farms.
Ted Tschirky, newly elected NPC President, addresses the Board at the 2025 Washington Summit, highlighting the need for stronger state and federal relationships
March 03, 2025
Ted Tschirky of Washington Elected National Potato Council President
The National Potato Council (NPC) installed its 2025 roster of Executive Committee leaders this week at the organization’s annual Washington Summit. During the Annual Meeting of the Voting Delegates, Ted Tschirky of Pasco, Wash., was elected to serve as the Council’s President for the next 12 months. 
Brooke Rollins Confirmed as USA Secretary of Agriculture, Poised to Lead on Key Agricultural Issues
February 14, 2025
National Potato Council welcomes Brooke Rollins as USDA Secretary
National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles issued the following statement congratulating Brooke Rollins, who was confirmed today by the full Senate to serve as Secretary of the USA Department of Agriculture
Specialty Crops Secure USD 650 Million in Additional Funding for USDA Initiative
January 07, 2025
Specialty Crops Secure USD 650 Million in Additional Funding for USDA Initiative
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s updates to the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) initiative, which include an additional USD 650 million investment.
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May 13, 2024
Calcium Can Protect Potato Plants from Bacterial Wilt
Scientists have discovered that calcium plays a significant role in enhancing the resistance of potato plants to bacterial wilt. This disease causes worldwide losses of potatoes costing USD 19 billion per year.
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