News On French Fries and Potato Specialties from the United States

Jan Weigman, project manager at Wright-Pierce, left, talks about Penobscot McCrum's proposed potato processing plant in Washburn with attendees at an information meeting on April 23 at Washburn High School. (Courtesy: Anthony Brino | The Star-Herald)
April 24, 2019
Penobscot McCrum plans new potato processing plant near Presque-Isle, Maine
Penobscot McCrum is planning to build a new potato processing plant at the site of a long-closed potato factory in Washburn, Maine.
North American potato processors either have or will be bringing at least 1.3 billion pounds of new processing capacity online between October 2018 and December 2019.
March 25, 2019
Will added North American potato processing capacity lead to increased acreage?
North American potato processors either have or will be bringing at least 1.3 billion pounds of new processing capacity online between October 2018 and December 2019. In Potato Country, Bruce Huffaker of NAPMN discusses the impact.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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After making the biggest debut in Taco Bell history nearly one year ago, Nacho Fries return to menus today for a limited time.
January 24, 2019
Now Serving At A Taco Bell® Near You: Nacho Fries Are Officially Back
Taco Bell kicks off 2019 with the return of fan-favorite Nacho Fries and an all-new movie trailer that is out of this world
Key Technology Introduces Enhanced FMAlert™ for VERYX® Digital Sorters
January 09, 2019
Key Technology Introduces Enhanced FMAlert for VERYX Digital Sorters
Key Technology, introduces their enhanced FMAlert™ software for VERYX® digital sorters. FMAlert captures and saves digital images of foreign material (FM) contaminants
Lamb Weston headquarters in Eagle, Idaho (Courtesy: Idaho Statesman)
January 04, 2019
Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2019 Results
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced today its fiscal second quarter 2019 results and updated its full year outlook.
Alan Kahn, Idaho Potato Commission VP of Foodservice
December 03, 2018
Idaho Potato Commission hires Alan Kahn to lead its Foodservice Division
Today the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) welcomes Alan Kahn as the new Vice President of Foodservice. His extensive foodservice and marketing experience will help him to develop and implement attention-grabbing campaigns focused on foodservice.
Lamb Weston potato products
October 02, 2018
Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2019 Results
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced today its fiscal first quarter 2019 results.
View on the Simplot facilities in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Last Wednesday the processing plant racked up an estimated 150.000 USD in damage as a result of fire.
September 23, 2018
Simplot potato processing plant in Grand Forks damaged by fire
An equipment fire at the Simplot potato processing plant in Grand Forks, ND late last Wednesday, forced employees to evacuate and caused an estimated USD 150.000 of damage.
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September 18, 2018
Potatoes Annual Summary: 2017 US Potato Production Up Slightly
Earlier this month, USDA-NASS published its annual report 'Potatoes 2017 Summary; September 2018'. The 2017 data indicate a slight increase of the total potato production in the United States compared to the previous year.
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September 03, 2018
Leavitt Farms recognized as Champion potato grower for McCain Foods Easton
The Top 10 Potato Growers for the McCain Foods Easton, Maine French Fry plant were recognized at the annual McCain Grower Barbecue at the Presque Isle Inn and Convention Center in Presque Isle last month
Screenshot of the homepage of the Idaho Potato Commission website https://idahopotato.com/
August 21, 2018
Idaho Potato Commission website redesigned
The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its redesigned website with more mobile-friendly formats, scroll features, modified layouts and a load-on-demand feature.
Using gene editing technology such as CRISPR-Cas9, bruising and browning of potatoes can be reduced, eliminating some of the 3.6 billion lbs. of potato food waste each year.
August 06, 2018
Potato Processing company J.R. Simplot acquires license for CRISPR-CAS9 gene editing technology
J.R. Simplot has acquired a license for CRISPR-Cas9 and related gene editing tools. This provides Simplot with another avenue to add desirable traits to fruits and vegetables, including potatoes.
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July 19, 2018
Buscan mantener el factor crujiente de las papas fritas
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McCain Foods USA subsidiary announces closure of Monroe, NC appetizer plant
July 01, 2018
McCain Foods USA subsidiary announces closure of Monroe, NC appetizer plant
Great American Snacks, Inc., a subsidiary of McCain Foods USA, Inc., announced today that it will close operations at its Monroe, North Carolina manufacturing plant due to the age of the building and challenging infrastructure.

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