The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees to fill 57 producer and importer member seats and one public member seat on the National Potato Promotion Board. The nominating process will be completed by August 15, 2021. USDA will appoint individuals to succeed members whose terms expire February 28, 2022. …
The results of a recent study examining the impact of COVID-19 on outdoor grilling indicate this summer’s fresh produce sales may be more robust than ever as U.S. households break in the more than $4.9 billion spent in 2020 on grills, smokers, camping stoves, accessories and fuel. …
A series of new Facebook campaigns by MountainKing is generating impressive sales results for its smaller, baby-sized fresh potatoes as shoppers increasingly turn to social media platforms for in-home meal preparation ideas. …
The ruling, cheered by the National Potato Council and Potatoes USA, marks the end of a decade-long legal process that began when Mexico’s potato industry sued its government to prevent competition from imports. …
“While many consumers became home-chefs over the past year out of necessity, it has helped them realize the health and economic benefits of cooking at home – especially for foods like potatoes that are nutritious, affordable and versatile,” noted Kathleen Triou, President and CEO of Fresh Solutions Network. …
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