Lamb Weston Celebrates Grand Opening of Expanded French Fry Manufacturing Line in American Falls, Idaho

Lamb Weston American Falls facility Ribbon Cutting

(LR) Nikki Cummins, manager plant manufacturing, Lamb Weston in American Falls; Chanel Tewalt, director of the Idaho State Department of Agriculture; Tom Werner, president and CEO of Lamb Weston; Jon Schutte, plant manager, Lamb Weston in American Falls; Mike Smith, chief operating officer of Lamb Weston; Jim O’Leary, chairman, CEO and president of Haskell, at the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Lamb Weston's newest facility in American Falls on July 30. (Courtesy of Lamb Weston)

August 12, 2024

Lamb Weston, a leading global supplier of frozen potato products, is renowned for its innovation and commitment to quality. With a legacy of excellence in the food industry, Lamb Weston continually invests in its production capabilities to meet the demands of a growing market. 

Recently, the company celebrated the grand opening of its newly expanded French fry manufacturing line in American Falls, Idaho. This state-of-the-art addition is Lamb Weston's latest and most advanced project, designed to boost production capacity by approximately 40%. The expansion significantly enhances the facility, positioning it as one of the largest frozen potato processing centres globally. 

The new line represents a substantial investment in both the local community and Idaho's agriculture-driven economy. This development underscores Lamb Weston's commitment to advancing its operations and supporting regional growth. 

Key highlights of the expansion include:

  • Increased Production Capacity: The new line elevates the facility's capacity by 40%, allowing Lamb Weston to meet the growing global demand for frozen potato products.
  • Economic Impact: The investment bolsters the local economy and strengthens the connection between Lamb Weston and Idaho's agricultural sector.
  • Global Significance: The expanded facility is now among the largest frozen potato processing plants in the world, reinforcing Lamb Weston's position as a leader in the industry.

The grand opening event was attended by Lamb Weston leaders and distinguished guests, who celebrated this milestone in the company's ongoing growth and innovation efforts.

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