The Little Potato Company’s Second Annual Holiday Campaign Spreads Seasonal Happiness

November 10, 2024 The Little Potato Company

While The Little Potato Company potatoes make weeknight meals easy and delicious any time of year, this campaign is designed to provide relief for consumers this holiday season with the chance to win $1,000 in groceries from a choice of retailers.

Fresh Potatoes Are the Foundation of 2024 Fresh Produce Sales

November 7, 2024 Potatoes USA

Fresh potatoes remain a staple in the kitchens of U.S. consumers with 85.2% of households purchasing the versatile vegetable at nearly 11 times per year. Recent sales data shows that potatoes are not only a beloved choice but also a top performer in the produce section, boasting the highest household penetration of any vegetable.

Potato Retail Sales Volume Rises in July-September 2024

November 7, 2024 Potatoes USA

U.S. retail sales volume of potatoes was up 5.4% in July–September 2024 compared to the same period last year. Every category where volume rose—including fresh potatoes, chips, frozen potatoes, refrigerated potatoes, and deli-prepared sides—saw increases of more than 5%. Total dollar sales were stable at $4.5 billion for the period (-0.2%), and consumer price declined 5.3%.

Produce Powerhouse Expands Team

October 2, 2024 Veg-Fresh Farms

Seasoned veterans Abel Ramos, Jeff Young, and Victor Rodarte join Veg Fresh Farms, a leading provider of fresh produce, to bolster its offerings in Hispanic specialties, chili peppers, squash, onions, potatoes, and citrus.

RPE, LLC Launches Campaign to Fight Food Insecurity with $10,000 Donation to Food Banks

September 25, 2024 RPE, LLC

Through this campaign, consumers will have the opportunity to nominate and vote for local food banks, ensuring funds go directly to the communities that need them the most.