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While potato volume in foodservice remained relatively stable from 2022 to 2023, dollar sales are up $1.9 million due to inflation, according to a new report conducted annually on behalf of Potatoes USA.
The report found that foodservice operators are combatting inflation by reducing portion sizes. Consumers are responding to high menu prices by refraining from ordering sides. This is resulting in slower than usual traffic for the foodservice industry. Limited-service restaurants are contributing to some growth in the sector, especially in the areas of shareables and lunch, where there is significant opportunity to drive more potato volume, according to Potatoes USA.
