Tag: potatoes
What the numbers tell us about potato and onion trends
- AnalysisPotatoes are the top vegetable crop in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of …
Technology helps potato and onion challenges
- Produce BlueprintsTechnology can’t change the weather, but it is helping onion and potato growers improve production, protect …
USA and Canada potato production: by the numbers
- Produce BlueprintsThe United States harvests just over one million acres of potatoes each year. Idaho leads the …
A good story can help sell potatoes to modern consumers
- Produce BlueprintsSome potato shippers continue to develop less traditional production areas to fill gaps between storage supplies …
Merchandising and marketing potatoes remain front and center to success
- Produce BlueprintsKevin Stanger, president of Wada Farms Marketing Group LLC, Idaho Falls, ID, is a big fan …
New potato varieties have no easy path
- Produce BlueprintsThe potato category continues to diversify, from the ever-popular Russets and reds to whites, yellows, and …
Marketing can distinguish potatoes and onions
- Produce BlueprintsPotatoes and onions may be classics, but their appeal is universal. Consumers of all ages are …
See how fresh produce fares in Thanksgiving dinner cost
- AnalysisAll the holiday orders are now paying off at retail as consumers head to stores, make …