Trick-or-Tater: Potatoes Bring Surprise and Delight to Halloween Festivities

October 13, 2023 Potatoes USA

Every year, neighborhoods across America embrace their favorite Halloween traditions. But in recent years, families are jumping on new trends that bring an element of surprise to our beloved traditions with potatoes.

Feeding America: How the Next Generation of Potato Farmers Are Leaving Their Mark

September 15, 2023 Potatoes USA

Across the U.S., and sometimes in unexpected places, a generation of potato growers use cutting-edge tools and techniques to advance farms and protect the land for future generations. In honor of National Fruits and Veggies Month, Potatoes USA is highlighting a few of these individuals and celebrating their work, bringing America’s favorite vegetable to tables nationwide – and around the world.

Side Delights Petite Potatoes: The Latest Addition to Sterman Masser’s Potato Lineup

September 12, 2023 Side Delights

Side Delights® Petite potatoes are premium U.S. No.1 grade potatoes available in Medley, Red, Yellow, Fingerling, Duo, and Purple potatoes. They are non-GMO, pre-washed, and consistently sized for fast, even cooking. These thin-skinned potatoes are similar in texture and flavor to larger-size potatoes, with more concentrated flavor and a shorter cooking time.

Potato Retail Sales See Double-Digit Increases July 2022 – June 2023

August 4, 2023 Potatoes USA

U.S. retail dollar sales of potatoes increased 16.8% July 2022 – June 2023, which closed with a strong quarter (April – June 2023) that saw retail dollar sales growth of 14.5% compared to the same period last year . Dollar sales reached $16.9 billion for the 52-week period, the highest in five years. Although volume sales were down for the year (-2.6%) and the quarter (-3.3 %), they remain 2.5% above pre-pandemic levels.

Retail Potato Sales Show, Consumers Spent More on Spuds in Q1 2023

June 7, 2023 Potatoes USA

Potato retail sales increased 16.0% in sales but decreased in volume by -4.4% from January – March 2023 compared to the same timeframe a year ago. Despite a decrease, volume sales remain above pre-pandemic le