Nationwide Survey Found America’s Tastebuds for Spuds Varied by Region

May 22, 2023 Potatoes USA

We can all agree that potatoes are America’s favorite vegetable, but a recent Potatoes USA survey investigated different regions’ preferred, nutritious ways to eat the mighty spud.

Potatoes USA Announces New Chairman, Mike Carter, to lead through 2023-2024

May 11, 2023 Potatoes USA

Potatoes USA, the marketing and promotion Board for the potato industry, elected new leadership during its Annual Meeting on March 15, 2023. Mike Carter of Rosholt, Wisconsin, was named Chairman of the Board, leading the organization and the Executive Committee through 2023-2024.

USDA Swears in 32 Members to Potatoes USA’s Board of Directors

April 4, 2023 Potatoes USA

On March 14, 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture conducted a swearing-in ceremony for 30 producer members and two importers to join the Potatoes USA Board of Directors during its Annual Meeting.

The Newest Easter Trend You Have to Try: Painting Potatoes

March 23, 2023 Potatoes USA

Families love their tried-and-true Easter traditions, but sometimes, you just need to scramble things up. This year, due in part to skyrocketing food prices, Potatoes USA reports that families are hopping on the newest trend and painting Easter potatoes.

Retail Sales Soared For Potatoes July-September 2022

December 30, 2022 Potatoes USA

Potato retail sales increased in dollar sales by 17.8% but decreased in volume sales by 2.1% from July – September 2022 compared to the same timeframe a year ago. Despite a small decrease in volume sales, volume sales remain above pre-pandemic levels.