BAKERSFIELD, CA — Organic potato season has officially begun as Cal-Organic Farms packed their first cases of new crop this week. Starting with beautiful, premium quality red and gold potatoes, the company’s full line of fresh, California-grown spuds is slated to hit the market next week.
A division of Grimmway Farms, Cal-Organic is one of the first growers able to harvest potatoes this early in the season. They seek optimal growing conditions to sustain supply through summer and into fall, migrating their crops to ensure consistent, premium quality.
“Cal-Organic ground is ideal for growing organic potatoes. Once we finish harvest in the desert, we’ll transition back to our Kern County growing region,” says Bob Borda, Vice President of Organic Sales. “Balancing our fresh potato program across these regions allows us to offer continuous supply over the next six months.”
The company offers organic red and gold potatoes in 2, 3 and 5-pound packs as well as 50-pound bulk cartons filled with A, B or C sized spuds. One of the first-to-market, their new crop is already shipping across the United States and Canada.
Next in Cal-Organic’s seasonal lineup come rainbow fingerling and classic russet potatoes which start shipping in mid-May and mid-June, respectively. Organic fingerlings are available in 1.5-pound mesh packs while organic russets are sold in 3 and 5-pound packs as well as a 50-pound bulk carton.
Cal-Organic’s potato program is fully integrated with Grimmway’s category-leading carrot business, combining top quality with convenience for customers. This unique structure enables seamless ordering and single-stop loading. For more information on Cal-Organic new crop potatoes, call 661-845-3758.
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About Grimmway Farms
Family-owned and headquartered in Bakersfield, California, Grimmway Farms traces its roots to a produce stand opened by the Grimm brothers in the early 1960s. Grimmway is a global produce leader and the world’s largest producer of carrots. Grimmway supplies more than 65 organic, USA-grown crops year-round. Brands include Cal-Organic Farms and Bunny-Luv. Grimmway is committed to caring for customers and employees, honoring sustainable practices, and preserving natural resources for future generations. For more information, visit www.grimmway.com.
Source: Grimmway Farms
