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Idaho Potato Commission launches holiday promotions

This holiday season family gatherings will look a little different than past years.

Nov 23, 2020 by Industry Press Release #Produce (General), #Produce Retail, #Potatoes

Side Delights highlights popularity of Thanksgiving mashed potatoes

Side Delights shared their findings from studies published on 2020 Thanksgiving spending and favorite Thanksgiving meals and side dishes.

Nov 19, 2020 by Industry Press Release #Produce (General), #Produce Retail, #Potatoes, #Video

Eagle Eye puts spotlight on growers

Idaho Falls, Idaho-based Eagle Eye Produce is “putting a bigger focus on building our brand and promoting the people behind the brand," said Joe Ange, director of business development.

Nov 17, 2020 by Jim Offner #Produce Retail, #Produce Crops, #Potatoes & Onions Marketing, #Onions, #Potatoes

Colorado Potato Administrative Committee focuses on social

Jessica Crowther has been promoted to chief marketing officer with the Monte Vista-based Colorado Potato Administrative Committee, said Jim Ehrlich, executive director.

Nov 16, 2020 by Jim Offner #Produce (General), #Produce Retail, #Potatoes & Onions Marketing, #Potatoes

Specialty offerings expand reach of potatoes and onions

Specialty varieties play a central role in marketing potatoes and onions, marketers say.

Nov 16, 2020 by Jim Offner #Produce (General), #Potatoes & Onions Marketing, #Produce Retail, #Potatoes, #Onions

Pandemic alters some potato, onion marketing tactics

Potato and onion marketers say COVID-19 has forced them to alter plans in certain channels, but the pandemic hasn’t stopped them.

Nov 16, 2020 by Jim Offner #Produce (General), #Foodservice, #Potatoes & Onions Marketing, #Potatoes, #Onions, #COVID-19

Maine potato grower debuts?Fenway Reds at Hannaford stores

In the fall of 2019, Green Thumb Farms launched the “Farmer’s First” program to develop new potato varieties for retailers – and to help consumers discover new products that work well in their kitchens.

Nov 12, 2020 by Industry Press Release #Produce (General), #Produce Retail, #Potatoes

Pandemic, tight frozen product market cause drop in potato exports

U.S. potato exports for the July – September quarter were down significantly compared to the same period in 2019.

Nov 10, 2020 by Industry Press Release #Produce (General), #Produce Crops, #Potatoes, #Exports

Tasteful Selections makes Inc. list of fast-growing private companies

Inc. magazine revealed its annual Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies, and Arvin, Calif.-based Tasteful Selections ranked No. 3,941 on the list, according to a news release.

Nov 04, 2020 by Tom Karst #Produce Retail, #Potatoes