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This article explores how Central Oregon nearly became the potato capital of the United States through the early 20th-century vision of local farmers and the creation of the Ore-Ida brand. It delves ...

When most people think of potatoes, Idaho inevitably springs to mind, thanks in large part to the iconic Ore-Ida brand. Yet, the story of Central Oregon’s quest to become the premier potato-growing ...

An Eastern Oregon potato processing plant, Lamb Weston's Hermiston facility, has recently come to an agreement with state regulators regarding repeated wastewater violations. These violations have contributed to excess groundwater pollution in ...

#OrganicAgriculture #PotatoStorage #SustainableFarming #USDAGrant #AgriculturalResearch #OrganicIndustry #PlantEssentialOils #EnvironmentalSustainability #AgriculturalInnovation #CropScience In response to the escalating demand for organic products, particularly potatoes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated USD2 million to ...

Oregon State University has been awarded a $50 million grant from the USDA to work with farmers and Native American Tribes on cropping practices that can enhance soil health and reduce the ...

Oregon State University has been awarded a $50 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to work with farmers and Native American Tribes on cropping practices that can enhance soil health ...

DETAILS Start:January 26 at 8:00 amEnd:January 28 at 5:00 pm VENUE Three Rivers Convention Center7016 W Grandridge BlvdKennewick, WA WA 99336 United States + Google MapPhone:+1 509-737-3700View Venue Website

Lamb Weston Hermiston welcomed the Oregon Governor Kate Brown, who got a look at the site where workers are busy constructing the $250 million expansion of the existing french fry factory. Brown presented ...

The Oregon UAS FutureFarm will host the first Ag Drone Rodeo in Pendleton, Oregon on August 18 -19, where leading technological companies will demonstrate unmanned aircraft systems, featuring advanced crop sensors and ...

ConAgra Foods has announced that its Lamb Weston business will expand operations at the facility in Boardman, Oregon. The $30 million investment will add additional processing capacity for making formed products such ...

Officials from Oregon and Washington are working on an upcoming joint trade mission to expand export opportunities for Northwest potatoes. “We are conducting a trade mission to the Philippines and Vietnam with ...

When it comes to potato production in the United States, the Russet variety reigns supreme. Renowned for its versatility in baking, mashing, and frying, the Russet potato consistently accounts for approximately 70% ...

In 2008, New Zealand’s potato industry was blindsided by the arrival of the Tomato Potato Psyllid (TPP), a tiny insect that became a massive problem. TPP carries Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum, a bacterium ...

ARS scientists in Boise are employing cattle grazing as a strategic tool to manage invasive grasses and reduce wildfire risks on western rangelands. Through prescribed grazing and innovative practices like High-Intensity Low ...

Protecting America's Potato Crops: Senators Urge USDA to Take Action Against Potato Wart In a significant bipartisan move, U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Mike Crapo (R-ID) have led a group of ...

Addressing the Threat of Potato Wart from Canadian Imports Washington D.C.—In a united effort, U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Mike Crapo (R-ID) led a bipartisan group of Senate colleagues in addressing ...

This article explores the recent fluctuations in potato supply in the Northwest US, detailing the shift from a deficit to a surplus, its impact on the market, and the industry's efforts to ...

Mobile Drip Irrigation (MDI) or Precision Mobile Drip Irrigation (PMDI) technologies for pivot and lateral/linear sprinkers have been on the market for over 15 years.

On June 1, 2024, U.S. potato consumption reached an impressive 19 million tons, marking an 8% increase from the same period last year. This rise in consumption is accompanied by a significant ...

Explore the latest data on potato stocks and processing activities in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, highlighting increased storage levels and utilization rates by processors in the Northwest region of the United States.

With shrinking farmland and the need to improve growing efficiency, the newest high-yielding potato varieties from the Northwest Potato Variety Development Program are a beacon of hope for American growers. These new ...

In innovative efforts to combat the widespread threats of potato virus Y (PVY) and potato mop virus (PMTV), the federally funded Potato Virus Initiative is making significant progress. Led by Alex Karasev ...

FPS Food Process Solutions (“FPS”) takes a significant step in global expansion with the opening of a new office in Ambli, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. This is a strategic move to strengthen its ...

Explore the latest developments in potato cultivation as Medius Ag unveils the Idaho Potato Variety Trial Data platform, offering growers and processors unparalleled access to research insights and collaboration opportunities. Discover how ...

In a recent announcement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed the appointment of 32 members to Potatoes USA’s Board of Directors. The appointees, comprising 30 producer members and two importers, will ...