Potato News from the United States

August 06, 2015

TOMRA Sorting at PROCESS EXPO and PACK EXPO Las Vegas

TOMRA Sorting Food will exhibit its wide range of innovative solutions for food sorting and peeling at two of the industry’s largest trade shows – PROCESS EXPO and PACK EXPO.

July 29, 2015

2016 Potato Industry Leadership Institute now accepting applications

The National Potato Council (NPC) and the United States Potato Board (USPB) are accepting applications for the Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI) class of 2016.

July 23, 2015

McDonalds reports Q2 results

McDonald's Corporation today announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2015. Global comparable sales decreased 0.7%, reflecting negative guest traffic in all major segments.

Sweet Potato Wedges Parsley Salad (Courtesy: RPE)

July 23, 2015

RPE to offer Sweet Surprise mini sweet potatoes at PMA foodservice event

RPE Inc., in partnership with Chef Joey Elenterio, is happy to announce the debut of Tasteful Selections Sweet Surprise Mini Sweet Potatoes. For this year’s PMA Foodservice ‘Chef Talks: Strolling Lunch’, on Saturday, July 25, Chef Joey created a flavorful twist on the comfort food classic.

Potato field in Washington (Courtesy: Norm Nelson Inc. / The Packer)

July 22, 2015

Washington and Oregon Potato Growers Nervous about Hot and Dry Conditions

Fresh-market potato growers in Washington and Oregon may not know what their 2015-16 crop will look like until they start harvesting, which should be a week or two earlier than usual.

Tamas Houlihan, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association

July 19, 2015

Wisconsin researchers reveal dozen new potato varieties

In an effort to stay a leader in potato production, researchers in Wisconsin are hard at work to develop the best potatoes for your table.

July 16, 2015

Snacking nation: 94 percent of Americans snack daily

According to the recent report from Mintel, Snacking Motivations and Attitudes US 2015, nearly all Americans (94 percent) snack at least once a day. What is more, half (50 percent) of adults snack two to three times per day.

Diamond Foods Innovation Center, Salem Oregon (artist rendering)

July 15, 2015

Diamond Foods opens State-of-the-Art Innovation Center

Strengthening its commitment to product innovation and market leadership, Diamond Foods, Inc. has officially opened the doors to its new 7,000+ square foot innovation center in Salem, Oregon.

July 15, 2015

Lay's Potato Chips unveils 'Do Us A Flavor' Finalists

Out of millions of submissions from fans across America, Lay's today announced the four finalist flavors competing for a $1 million grand prize in the Lay's 'Do Us A Flavor' contest

July 15, 2015

Key Technology Introduces Sanitation Enhancements to Rotary Sizing and Grading Systems

Key Technology introduces its enhanced Rotary Sizing and Grading Systems, which includes its popular Sliver Sizer Remover, Precision Size Grader and Rotary Size Grader.

July 13, 2015

Morton Salt Expands Specialty Salt Portfolio And Food Grade Salt Production Capabilities

Morton Salt, Inc. today announced its latest efforts to support the food manufacturing industry during the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo in Chicago.

July 09, 2015

Calyxt Launches Field Trials of its Cold Storable Potato

Calyxt, Inc., a Minnesota-based company focusing on developing healthier food products, today announced that it has started the field trials of its cold storable potato.

July 09, 2015

United States Potato Board Realigns Retail Marketing Program Staffing

United States Potato Board Chief Marketing Officer, John Toaspern, has issued the following statement regarding the recent news longtime USPB Retail Marketing Consultant, Don Ladhoff, has joined Black Gold Farms after the expiration of his contract with the USPB

July 09, 2015

MountainKing Potatoes Promotes Outdoor Grilling Experiences

Texas-based MountainKing Potatoes has launched its 2015 summer merchandising program aimed at encouraging retailers to create eye-catching displays capturing the experience of summer grilling featuring the company’s Steakhouse Roasters.

Hugh Johnston, executive vice president and chief financial officer, is being named vice chairman.

July 08, 2015

Pepsico announces leadership and organisational changes

PepsiCo, Inc. today announced a series of leadership appointments that support the company's global business priorities and growth strategies.

July 02, 2015

Merger between Kraft Foods Group and H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation successfully completed

The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the merger between Kraft and Heinz.

June 30, 2015

Conagra Foods Announces Q4 Results, Plans to exit Private Label Business

ConAgra Foods, Inc., (NYSE: CAG) reported results for the fiscal 2015 fourth quarter ended May 31, 2015. The company also announced it plans to exit Private Brands operations.

June 19, 2015

Potato Growers, Associated Wholesale Grocers, settle lawsuit for $25 million

A federal judge has signed off on a $25 million settlement in a lawsuit between wholesale grocers and US potato farming associations accused of forming a price-fixing cartel.