Inside Ag: Why potato quality is under the microscope

Idaho growers face a threat from diseases harming potato quality and impacting profits. USDA grants fund research to tackle the growing problem.
Idaho Business Review

U of I team taking novel approach to develop new fungicides for potato farmers

University of Idaho scientists are using computer molecular modeling to develop new fungicides with novel modes of action to ...
Yahoo

Thousands celebrate the new year at the Idaho Potato Drop

Happy New Year Idaho! 2026 is here and thousands of people rang in the new year at the 13th annual Idaho Potato Drop in front of the state capitol building. Michael Kors is selling a $348 crossbody ...
Noah Klein 614Lyfe on MSN

A potato trick straight from an Idaho farm

A hands-on tip learned directly from an Idaho potato farmer, showing a simple, practical technique used in real farm conditions. Focuses on everyday knowledge passed down through experience, ...
Capital Press

Idaho potato passion: Commission CEO bullish long term

EAGLE, Idaho — Jamey Higham sees challenges and opportunities as he heads into his fifth year as Idaho Potato Commission president and CEO. Commission board members hired him in October 2021. He took ...
KSL

Idaho business may be 'the only place in the world where you can get French-fry lip balm'

Kay Walker has been making soap, lotion and lip balm from Idaho potatoes since 2021, and his latest product may be the first ...
KREM

Inside Ag: The return of a retro potato license plate

BOISE, Idaho — Idaho has reintroduced vintage license plates featuring its "World Famous Potatoes" slogan, marking a return to a design that first appeared in the 1950s and generating revenue for ...