Potato News from the United States

Western Polymer primarily supplies cationic starch to the paper industry and manufactures native and modified potato starch for food applications
March 03, 2019
Ingredion acquires potato starch manufacturer Western Polymer
Ingredient supplier Ingredion Incorporated has acquired the operations of Western Polymer, a company focused on the production of native and modified potato starches for food and industrial applications
Frito-Lay launches three limited-time-only potato chip flavors inspired by Music: Lay's Wavy Electric Lime and Sea Salt (Pop Music), Lay's Flamin' Hot and Dill Pickle (Hip Hop), Lay's Kettle Cooked Classic Beer Cheese (Rock Music)
March 02, 2019
Lay's 'Turn-Up the Flavor': Music inspired Potato Chip Flavors
In partnership with artist Bebe Rexha, Frito-Lay launches three limited-time-only potato chip flavors inspired by Music
In 2018, total retail frozen food sales in the United States hit nearly $57 billion.
February 26, 2019
AFFI: Frozen Food Aisle making a strong comeback
A recent research report, the Power of Frozen by the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) and Food Marketing Institute (FMI) examines drivers for growth in retail frozen foods.
Amazon said on Monday it named former PepsiCo Chief Executive Officer Indra Nooyi as a director of the company and appointed her to the audit committee of the board.
February 26, 2019
Indra Nooyi, former CEO of Pepsico, appointed to Amazon's board of directors
Amazon said on Monday it named former PepsiCo Chief Executive Officer Indra Nooyi as a director of the company and appointed her to the audit committee of the board.
Rite Stuff Foods offers naked and filled potatoes in flavours such as triple cheese, sour cream and chives, broccoli and cheese, sour cream and chives.
February 22, 2019
Rapidly expanding Finger Food manufacturer Frostkrone acquires Rite Stuff Foods
European Frozen Finger Food manufacturer Frostkrone Group announced earlier this month it had completed the acquisition of the Idaho based company Rite Stuff Foods Inc., a manufacturer specialised in the production of potato snacks.
Potato grower and shipper Wilcox Fresh welcomes Justin Reynolds as its new CEO
February 20, 2019
Potato company Wilcox Fresh welcomes Justin Reynolds as its new CEO
Potato grower and packer Wilcox Fresh has appointed Justin Reynolds as the company’s new CEO.
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Black Gold Farms Hires Kerwin Bradley as Chief Production Officer
February 18, 2019
Black Gold Farms appoints Kerwin Bradley as Chief Production Officer
Black Gold Farms recently announced that Kerwin Bradley has joined the organization as the Chief Production Officer (CPO). As CPO, Kerwin will support all aspects of crop production and sit on the executive team.
Rap Snacks, the company that uses rappers to promote the brand’s different flavors, has now boosted its inventory by putting out four different flavors of Cardi B chips.
February 12, 2019
Rap Snacks Potato Chips reveal four new Cardi B flavors
Rap Snacks, the company that uses rappers to promote the brand’s different flavors, has now boosted its inventory by putting out four different flavors of Cardi B chips.
Wes Meddaugh of Heartland Farms, Hancock, WI was elected as 2019 President of the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association Board of Directors for 2019
February 11, 2019
Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association elects new boards
The Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) selects new boards.
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.
McCain Foods USA is for a second time considering to buy a property in the Sky Ranch Business Center in Caldwell, Idaho. (Courtesy: Google Streetview)
February 10, 2019
Is a second French Fry Plant coming to Caldwell, Idaho?
McCain Foods USA is looking to buy a property for a 100,000 square feet facility in Caldwell, Idaho, for what we assume would be production plant for frozen french fries.
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.
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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.
Pringles made its Super Bowl debut in 2018, introducing Americans to the phenomenon 'Flavor Stacking.' This year, the Pringles brand is returning to the Big Game, showcasing a new advertisement in their 'Flavor Stacking' campaign.
January 31, 2019
Pringles 'flavor-stacking' back at the Super Bowl with depressed Alexa ad
Pringles made its Super Bowl debut in 2018, introducing Americans to the phenomenon 'Flavor Stacking.' This year, the Pringles brand is returning to the Big Game, showcasing a new advertisement in their 'Flavor Stacking' campaign.
McCain Foods USA announced the closure of its production plant in Colton, California, laying off about 100 workers. The processing facility produces roasted, caramelized and sauteed frozen fruits and vegetables (Courtesy: Google Streetview; 2018)
January 31, 2019
McCain Foods USA to close Colton frozen vegetables plant
McCain Foods USA announced the closure of its production plant in Colton, California, laying off about 100 workers. The processing facility produces roasted, caramelized and sauteed frozen fruits and vegetables.
Potato harvest in Idaho (undated)
January 29, 2019
East Idaho Potato growers barely break even, according to University of Idaho report.
Idaho potato farmers are getting paid about the same amount for their spuds as they're investing in raising them, according to a University of Idaho Extension agricultural economist's report, presented during the Idaho Potato Conference.
Oregon Potato Commission CEO Bill Brewer told the Washington-Oregon Potato Conference in Kennewick, Washington, that US industry leaders hope negotiations will open China to fresh potatoes.
January 27, 2019
United States Potato Industry hopes to export to China
Oregon Potato Commission CEO Bill Brewer told the Washington-Oregon Potato Conference in Kennewick, Washington, that US industry leaders hope negotiations will open China to fresh potatoes.
Savory Snack sales for the categories potato chips, tortilla chips and dips, 2 weeks before the Super Bowl versus the week of the Super Bowl
(Snack sales in milions, according to IRI)
January 26, 2019
How much snacks do Americans eat during the Super Bowl?
Just how many snacks do Americans eat watching the Superbowl? SNAC International, the international trade association for the snack industry, looked into this and figured out how many snacks Americans purchased for the Super Bowl

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