Potato News from the United States

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.

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.

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.

REYCO Systems Unveils the Revolutionary EcoMiser Elite Oil Removal System

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.

Grote Company Names Three to Lifecycle Management Leadership Roles

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.

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.

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.

Battling potato viruses innovations for a healthier harvest

May 04, 2023

Battling potato viruses: innovations for a healthier potato harvest

Two years ago, the Potato Research Advisory Committee (PRAC) identified and wrote letters of support for a project known as 'The Potato Virus Initiative: Developing Solutions'.

May 04, 2023

Wendy's is Fueling 'Fry'-nals with FREE Hot & Crispy Fries for Philadelphia-Area College Students

It's finals time, a.k.a. the season of all-nighters in the library. Wendy's® knows late-night cram sessions can leave you hungry for the right answers – and for a late-night snack,

May 02, 2023

Spud sentiment in the media continues to improve

The widespread popularity of potatoes as America’s favorite vegetable naturally leads to their frequent appearance in the press. However, occasional misinformation can jeopardize the potato’s reputation.

Rold Gold Celebrates 20th Anniversary of National Pretzel Day by Rewarding Pretzel Lovers in Northeast with $50,000

April 27, 2023

Rold Gold Celebrates 20th Anniversary of National Pretzel Day by Rewarding Pretzel Lovers in Northeast with USD 50,000

The iconic brand that's shown up for pretzel lovers for more than 100 years calls on snackers to share all the ways they Just Add Gold™ to their special moments for a chance to take home a share of the cash prize.

April 25, 2023

New Portable Device Uses Smartphone-Based Spectroscopy to Detect Late Blight Disease in Potato Crops

The device has the potential to transform the way that farmers detect and manage plant diseases, leading to more efficient and sustainable agriculture practices.

Frito-Lay Expedites 2040 Net-Zero Emissions Goal with Over 700 Electric Delivery Vehicles

April 23, 2023

Frito-Lay to Deploy 700 Electric Vehicles in the United States by the end of this year

This Earth Month, Frito-Lay announced it will deploy over 700 electric delivery vehicles in the United States by the end of 2023.

Idaho® Potatoes Are First Vegetable to Participate in American Diabetes Association Better Choices for Life Program

April 17, 2023

Idaho® Potatoes to Participate in American Diabetes Association Better Choices for Life Program

The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) and the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) have announced a multi-year partnership making fresh Idaho® potatoes the first vegetable to participate in the ADA’s esteemed, Better Choices for Life program.

April 17, 2023

Lamb Weston Holdings Announces Appointment of Mike Smith as Chief Operating Officer

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. announced the appointment of Mike Smith as the company’s Chief Operating Officer, effective May 29, 2023. Smith will continue to report to Tom Werner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lamb Weston.

U.S. potato exports reached USD 2.1 billion in 2022

April 17, 2023

United States potato exports reached USD 2.1 billion in 2022

In 2022, United States potato exports reached a record USD 2.1 billion in sales. Compared to 2021, volume sales declined -4.2% but were higher than 2018 and 2020 (fresh weight equivalent).

Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2023 Results; Updates Fiscal Year 2023 Outlook

April 10, 2023

Potato Processor Lamb Weston F2023 Q3 Results: Sales up 31 percent YOY, volume flat

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced its fiscal third quarter 2023 results and updated its fiscal 2023 outlook.

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Potato News from the United States

Lamb Weston announces Sukshma Rajagopalan as Chief Information and Digital Officer

Utz and Mike’s Hot Honey Bring the Heat With a New Hot Honey Potato Chip

The Idaho Potato Commission’s Frites Campaign Crowned Grand Champion, Sweeps Awards at Best of NAMA 2023

This is BIG: REYCO Systems EcoMiser Elite Oil Removal System is so much smaller

Grote Company expands Lifecycle Management Leadership Roles

Potatoes USA Announces New Chairman, Mike Carter, to lead through 2023-2024

Bühler launches new 24/7 service center in North America aimed at securing operations for food processors.

Harvest Snaps launches a fiery baked Red Lentil Snack

Battling potato viruses: innovations for a healthier potato harvest

Wendy's is Fueling 'Fry'-nals with FREE Hot & Crispy Fries for Philadelphia-Area College Students

Spud sentiment in the media continues to improve

Rold Gold Celebrates 20th Anniversary of National Pretzel Day by Rewarding Pretzel Lovers in Northeast with USD 50,000

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