Potatoes USA

Last month, potato growers and industry partners teamed up to launch a new initiative dedicated to growing future leaders.  It’s called The Potato Leadership, Education and Advancement Foundation, or Potato LEAF.  Othello potato farmer Shelley Olsen will chair the new 501(c)3.   “ was ...

According to the trade text, the USDA and China will sign and implement phytosanitary protocol allowing American fresh potato imports into China for processing.  The signing ceremony was essentially a commitment to open the market by February 24th.  Wh...

Back in 1996 the average American consumed about 145 pounds of potatoes per year.  Today that figure is closer to 114 pounds per year.  Despite that drop, the U.S. potato business continues to grow.  But, most of that growth has come outside of the United States.   "One ...

Last week, Potatoes USA announce Rachael Lynch has joined its staff as a Global Marketing Manager for institutional foodservice markets.  Lynch has spent the last five years revitalizing hospital cafeterias across the country, transforming them to meet national health guidelines with innovating concepts focused on wellness and standardization.  Ly...

Potatoes USA, formerly known as the United States Potato Board, continues to grow and increase exports.  Mike Pink, Chairman of Potatoes USA says roughly 75% of all potatoes grown in Washington are exported.  With Japan, Korea, and SE Asia the top destinations.  Pink to...