After years of surplus, potato markets begin to rebalance. After several years of abundant production and weaker demand, Pacific Northwest potato growers are finally seeing signs of a smaller crop…
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When Tuesday & Wednesday, Nov. 17-18, 2026 Where Canyon Crest Event Center in Twin Falls, ID Why to attend The Fresh Pack Potato Symposium brings together researchers, educators, extension specialists,…
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By Dale Lathim, Potato Growers of Washington One of the defining characteristics of the potato industry has always been the partnership between growers and processors. Neither succeeds without the other….
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Ownership of Chinook Equipment has transitioned from Gary Loewe to Chinook Operations Group, owned and operated by Jordan Willis and Gordon Olsen. Chinook Equipment sold new and used bagging equipment…
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Potatoes USA announced its new board leadership following the organization’s summer meeting. David Masser of Sacramento, Pennsylvania, will serve as chairman. The 2026-27 board also includes James Baker of Moses Lake,…
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By Dale Lathim, Potato Growers of Washington As summer arrives across North America’s potato-growing regions, growers are once again preparing for a season filled with both opportunity and uncertainty. After…
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For the first time since June 2025, respondents in the August Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer survey expect their operation to be better off financially rather than worse off a year…
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The long-term viability of U.S. agriculture will depend on how well producers adapt to change, manage risk and position their operations for the future. In this video, Dr. Dave Kohl…
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By Mike Wenkel, Chief Operating Officer, National Potato Council Following President Trump’s actions to secure the U.S. border, agriculture champions in the House of Representatives are following through on a…
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced sweeping new efforts to strengthen school meals by connecting more American farmers…
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