Potato News from the United States

BluePrint Automation, a leading innovator in the secondary packaging automation industry, announced the appointment of Nick Szczechowski as North Central Regional Sales Manager effective March 21.

Pro Farm Group introduces ARINO™ insecticide/ nematicide, for the management of nematodes and wireworms in potatoes, onions and other bulb and tuberous vegetables. 

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.

Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) offers shoppers a way to prepare healthy steak fries and potato wedges at home with Side Delights

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.

Utz® launches limited-edition Lemonade Potato Chips in partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. A portion of sales (up to USD 25000) supports childhood cancer research. Available through August online and at major retailers.

Key Technology (Key) and PPM Technologies (PPM), both members of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Group, introduce their new fully-integrated nut processing line.

Lamb Weston faces a $14M class action lawsuit in Washington over unpaid breaks and overtime at its potato processing plants, including a closed Connell french fry facility. Workers seek damages; Lamb Weston denies the claims.

Trump’s tariffs threaten Canada-sourced canola oil, crucial for frying french fries. With rising oil costs, restaurants may raise prices, switch oils, or cut profits—making fries a luxury instead of a cheap staple.

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

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), the world’s leading manufacturer of baked snack production systems, has promoted Andrew Jones to Project Manager.

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.

FPS Food Process Solutions ("FPS"), a global leader in turn-key food processing solutions, further reiterates its commitment to the US market with major investments in US-based manufacturing and services.

PSA welcomes Iowa State University, Black Gold Farms, Tidal Grow AgriScience, and Potato Services of Michigan as new members in 2025, expanding collaboration to advance sustainability in the potato industry.

Moving dry bulk materials in industrial settings comes with unique challenges, especially when handling substances that are abrasive, sticky, or prone to clumping.

The USD 30 million incentive program for large agricultural developments in North Dakota received a unanimous "do-pass" recommendation from the Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee Thursday morning.

Las exportaciones del estado de Colorado a México representan un número no menor para la economía agrícola.

Pulsemaster, a global leader in Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology will present its Cutting-Edge PEF-solutions at SNAXPO 2025 from March 30 to April 1 in Orlando, Florida.