News On French Fries and Potato Specialties from the United States

Lamb Weston Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results; Board Approves USD 250 Million Share Repurchase Authorization Increase and Increases Quarterly Dividend; Updates Fiscal Year 2025 Outlook
December 20, 2024

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports posts loss in Second Quarter Fiscal 2025

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) has announced its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 and updated its full year financial targets for fiscal 2025. 
Urschel - Model CCL Lattice Potato Chip Slicer
December 20, 2024

Urschel Unveils the New CCLL Lattice Slicer: Precision Cutting for Lattice Chips and Waffle Fries

Urschel Laboratories, Inc., a global leader in food cutting technology, is excited to introduce the CCLL (Chip Cutter Large Lattice) Slicer, an advanced and high-performance solution for producing perfect lattice chips and thick potato waffle fries.
Lamb Weston Announces Appointment of Michael J. Smith as President and Chief Executive Officer
December 19, 2024

Lamb Weston Appoints Michael J. Smith as President and Chief Executive Officer

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. has announced the appointment of Michael J. Smith, current Chief Operating Officer of Lamb Weston, as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the company’s Board of Directors, effective January 3, 2025.
Potato Products of Idaho offers a potato product called MinuteBakers, frozen baked potatoes that can be microwaved in just 2-3 minutes.
December 17, 2024

Post Holdings to Acquire Potato Products of Idaho

Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: Post), a consumer packaged goods holding company, announced today it has agreed to acquire Potato Products of Idaho, L.L.C. .
A group of legislators and ag leaders from North Dakota prepares to tour the Canvendish Farms potato processing plant in Jamestown, North Dakota, on Nov. 8, 2024. No photos can be taken on the processing floor. (Courtesy: Agweek)
December 15, 2024

Cavendish Farms plans USD 150 million investment in Jamestown potato processing plant

Cavendish Farms is planning a nearly USD 150 million investments at its Jamestown potato processing plant. Breaking ground in spring 2025 is an USD 100 million expansion that will increase the annual production capacity from 410 to 450 million pounds.
Lamb Weston Holdings Inc. has applied for permits to demolish its processing plant in Connell. It closed the plant in October and aid off nearly 400 workers.
December 13, 2024

Lamb Weston has requested demolition permits for its Connell French Fry processing plant closed in October

Lamb Weston Holdings Inc. is moving to tear down its french fry plant in Connell, dashing local hopes that another company might take it over and bring fresh industry and jobs to the small city.
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Cavendish- and McCain-branded potato products in a Vancouver grocery store. Two United States class actions allege price-fixing by four leading potato companies. (Courtesy: CBC)
November 22, 2024

Alleged 'potato cartel' accused of conspiring to raise price of frozen French fries, tater tots across the United States

Four major potato processing companies, McCain Foods, Cavendish Farms, Lamb Weston, and J.R. Simplot, are accused of price-fixing in a class-action lawsuit filed in the United States District Court.
G.Rey Reinhardt, new AgriBusiness President of J.R. Simplot
November 09, 2024

J.R. Simplot Company Names G.Rey Reinhardt as AgriBusiness President

The J.R. Simplot Company has named G.Rey Reinhardt as President of its AgriBusiness Group. Reinhardt will take over for Doug Stone who announced his retirement earlier this year.
(LR) Russell Redding, PA Sec. of Agriculture, Governor Josh Shapiro (D-PA), and Alex Troyer, Co-founder of Folkland Foods.
October 27, 2024

Pennsylvania invests in Erie County Organic Potato Company 'Folkland Foods'

Governor Josh Shapiro visited start-up company Folkland Foods, located in Waterford, Erie County, to announce a USD 3 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) investment in the company.
McCain Foods in Othello, Washington
October 07, 2024

McCain Extends Job Opportunities to Workers Affected by Connell Plant Closure

In the wake of Lamb Weston’s decision to close its potato processing plant in Connell, McCain Foods is offering career opportunities at its Othello facility to the affected workers.
OH!TATOES, Fully Baked Idaho Potatoes, Frozen Fresh Baked Idaho Potatoes, Perfect for Home-Cooking.
October 03, 2024

Mart Frozen Foods Opens facility for the production of frozen, fully baked Idaho Potatoes (OH!Tatoes)

Mart Frozen Foods, a subsidiary of The Mart Group, has cut the ribbon on a USD 65 million high-tech food manufacturing facility in Rupert for the production of frozen, fully baked Idaho Potatoes (OH!Tatoes).
Lamb Weston Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results; Announces Restructuring Plan and Updates Fiscal Year 2025 Outlook
October 02, 2024

Potato Processor Lamb Weston Reports Financial Results, Outlook and Announces Restructuring Plan

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. has announced its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 and updated its full year earnings targets for fiscal 2025. In addition a restructuring plan was announced that includes a.o. the closing of the Connell facility.
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Norman Prestage new Board of Directors at Lamb Weston Holdings (Courtesy: Business Wire)
September 27, 2024

Lamb Weston Announces Addition of New Director

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LW) announced the appointment of Norman Prestage to its Board of Directors.
(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;
August 12, 2024

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

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.
The Nacho Fries Lover’s Pass makes a comeback, unlocking 30 days of a regular order of Nacho Fries for just USD 10 exclusively through the Taco Bell app.
July 07, 2024

Nacho Fries season continues! Taco Bell® brings back Nacho Fries lover's pass and debuts Jalapeño Ranch Nacho Fries

Forget National Fry 'Day' – Taco Bell is celebrating Nacho Fries all month long by giving fans the chance to unlock 30 days of Nacho Fries in addition to an entirely new flavor!
How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice
July 07, 2024

How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice

Everyone in your kitchen knows how to cook frozen french fries, right? With the extraordinary turnover in kitchen staff driven by the pandemic, fry-cooking competency isn’t a given any more. Simplot shared this extensive advice and a lot of tips!
Cultivating Resilience: McCain Foods Expands Network of Innovation Hub Farms
July 01, 2024

Cultivating Resilience: McCain Foods Expands Network of Innovation Hub Farms in North America

McCain Foods is embarking on an expansion of its network of Innovation Hub farms across North America.
Lamb Weston Issues FY23 Global Sustainability Report
June 30, 2024

Potato processor Lamb Weston publishes 2023 Global Sustainability Report

With a focus on making fries and making strides, Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. issued its fifth annual Global Sustainability Report, providing updates on the company’s performance against key sustainability and people initiatives during its fiscal year 2023.

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