Potato News from Idaho

The 58th Idaho Potato Conference will be held Jan. 21–22 in Pocatello, featuring panels, research updates, a trade show and sessions on soil-borne diseases, agronomy, storage and water issues. Registration is USD 40 before Jan. 14.

Idahoan Foods, one of the largest producers of dehydrated and value-added potato products in the United States, runs more than one million pounds of potatoes every day.

As harvest begins across the country, it’s go time for growers, agronomists, and farm managers—an ideal moment to showcase the versatility of the Soiltech Beacon, often called the Swiss Army Knife of ag sensors, shining brightest during harvest.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) has announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 and reaffirmed its full year financial targets for fiscal 2026.

Vanmark, an industrial potato and produce processing equipment manufacturer, announced its new Helix Hydrocutting System, designed to help curly fry producers achieve high volume with maximum results and yield.

As a leading grower of fresh potatoes, Wada Farms set out to improve efficiency, enhance product quality, and reduce reliance on manual labor. All while preparing for future growth.

Idahoan Foods introduces +PROTEIN™ Mashed Potatoes, made with 100% Idaho potatoes and packed with 6g of protein per serving. With 24g per pouch, they offer comfort food that supports nutrition goals while keeping you fuller longer.

Mashed potatoes top America’s comfort list, but a YouGov survey for National Potato Day reveals regional and generational favorites: rural areas love potato salad, urban areas prefer gnocchi/poutine, Boomers stick to classics, Gen Z tries tacos.

J.R. Simplot Company is undergoing restructuring, leading to layoffs in Boise and abroad. Though the scope is unclear, employees report job losses on LinkedIn. The company hasn’t filed a WARN notice and remains focused on adapting to market changes.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. has announced its fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2025 results and provided its outlook for fiscal 2026. The Company also announced "Focus to Win," a comprehensive plan designed to improve execution and drive profitable growth.

After years of effort, the USDA has officially deregulated a 120-acre field near Shelley, Idaho, from the state's pale cyst nematode (PCN) quarantine program, marking a major milestone in the fight against this potato pest.

Simplot plans to acquire Belgium-based Clarebout Potatoes, uniting two family-owned frozen potato leaders. The move aims to boost European market presence and sustainability, with operations continuing and expanding across 23 global sites.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) ('Lamb Weston') has announced that it has entered into a cooperation agreement (the 'Agreement') with JANA Partners Management, L.P. ('JANA') and Continental Grain Company ('Continental Grain').

With a focus on Making Fries and Making Strides, Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. issued its annual Global Sustainability Report, providing updates on the company’s performance against key sustainability and people initiatives during its fiscal year 2024.

REYCO Systems celebrates 50 years of innovation in food processing technology. From the Oil Miser® to EcoMiser® and EcoVac™, the company continues to lead with sustainable solutions. Here's to the next 50 years of success!

Eagle Eye Produce’s Idaho Falls facility is redefining potato packing with AI-powered graders, robotic sorters, and upgraded lines to boost speed, reduce waste, and improve quality—delivering smarter, more consistent results for customers.

Potato supply from Idaho is lower than it was at this time last year.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) has announced its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 and reaffirmed its full year financial targets for fiscal 2025.