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Pepsi Reveals Tesla Semi Operations Details With Real Mileage Numbers
June 28, 2023

Electric Trucks in the Food Industry: How the Tesla Semi is working out for Frito-Lay / Pepsico

Pepsi Tesla Semi is delivering Frito-Lay products around 425 miles per charge. It also delivers Pepsi out of its Sacramento warehouse on 100 mile daily routes, going directly to stores, and 300 to 400 mile runs to other warehouses.
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Idaho potato packing operation receives $19.6M in federal funding to increase production
June 25, 2023

Idaho potato packer Mart Group will use USD 19.6M in federal funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility

The Mart Group, an Idaho potato packing operation has been awarded a USD 19.6 million USDA funding to construct a frozen potato processing facility. The investment is part of a USD 320 million effort to create better markets for agricultural producers and food businesses.
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Potato growers can’t keep upwith 'red hot' global demand
June 22, 2023

Potato growers can’t keep up with 'red hot' global demand

Washington potato farmers can’t keep pace with worldwide cravings for french fries, hash browns, tots, potato chips and other processed potato products.
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Lamb Weston Issues FY22 ESG Report
June 21, 2023

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Issues FY22 ESG Report

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. issued its fourth annual Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report, reporting progress against 2030 ESG goals.
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Northwest Region Potato Stocks on June 1, 2023 Totaled 34.8 Million Hundredweight
June 21, 2023

United States Northwest Region Potato Stocks on June 1, 2023 Totaled 34.8 Million Hundredweight

Potato stocks in Idaho on June 1, 2023 totaled 19.0 million cwt. Disappearance of the Idaho crop to date was
101.7 million cwt. June 1 potato stocks in Oregon totaled 2.80 million cwt.
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US Retail potato sales down in volume, consumers spent more on spuds in Q1 2023
June 08, 2023

US Retail potato sales down in volume, but up in dollars spent in Q1 2023

Potato retail sales increased 16.0% in sales but decreased in volume by -4.4% from January - March 2023 compared to the same timeframe a year ago. Despite a decrease, volume sales remain above pre-pandemic levels.
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Pringles creates new collection with two star ingredients for a deliciously complex tasting experience
June 08, 2023

Pringles adds two new ingredients to the mix for a deliciously complex tasting experience: sweet potato and multigrains

The snacking masterminds at Pringles® are at it again — this time putting a tasty twist on not only its beloved flavors, but its beloved potato-based crisps.
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BluePrint Automation Gantry 300 swing
June 05, 2023

Secondary Packaging Automation: Is it Time?

Secondary packaging refers to the process of packaging and labeling final products for display, shipping, or storage purposes.
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Japan won’t accept fresh Idaho potatoes, so U.S. lawmakers are pushing for change
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.
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Potatoes USA Reappoints 2023
June 05, 2023

Potatoes USA appointments for 2023

Jeff Jennings of Camden, North Carolina, was reappointed to the Potatoes USA Executive Committee on March 15, 2023, at the organization’s Annual Meeting. Jennings is starting his sixth year on the Board and will serve his fourth year as Chair of the Finance and Policy Committee.
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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.
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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.
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Lamb Weston announces Sukshma Rajagopalan as Chief Information and Digital Officer
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.
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Utz and Mike’s Hot Honey Bring the Heat With a New Hot Honey Potato Chip!
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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