Potato chip maker rescues 25 million pounds of 'ugly' potatoes

Womelsdorf-based Dieffenbach’s Potato Chips Inc. is celebrating a major milestone for one of its brands. Uglies Kettle Chips has now 'rescued' 25 million pounds of 'ugly potatoes' that have gone into making the brand’s upcycled Uglies Kettle Chips. 

According to the company, 26% of United States produce gets discarded for cosmetic reasons, and Uglies is part of the solution to reduce this waste. Dieffenbach’s launched the brand in 2017. The 25 millionth pound was rescued at Long Farms in Coudersport.

Dwight Zimmerman, vice president of sales and marketing at Dieffenbach’s Potato Chips Inc:
 

"We are turning something ugly into something beautiful, creating a win for farmers, the community and our company."

He said the company is on a mission to reduce waste, support farmers and fight hunger by using imperfect potatoes, which would otherwise be food waste, to make kettle-cooked potato chips.

Dwight Zimmerman:
 

"We are turning something ugly into something beautiful, creating a win for farmers, the community and our company."

He said the company is on a mission to reduce waste, support farmers and fight hunger by using imperfect potatoes, which would otherwise be food waste, to make kettle-cooked potato chips.

Dwight Zimmerman:
 

"It’s exciting to be an upcycle-certified brand with a mission-driven purpose at its core to reduce food waste while also helping farmers and fighting hunger."

"Twenty-five million pounds of 'ugly potatoes' have now been put to beautiful use – making delicious kettle chips while helping farmers make ends meet."