News from the IPC "Consumer" category

Eagle, ID, September 23, 2024 - Round Table Pizza, a pizza franchise known for its commitment to quality and authenticity, is giving a royal nod to Idaho® Potatoes in its latest appetizer line-up, available now through December 29 at participating locations. The star of the new offerings is the Parmesan Idaho® Potato Wedges, made with premium Idaho® Potatoes and served with a side of Hidden Valley® Ranch. These wedges join two other noble sides—Mozzarella Sticks and Jalapeño Poppers—perfect for snacking or sharing. For those looking to feast with friends, the Dragon’s Bounty Shareable Platter features a mix of all three appetizers, offering a crispy, flavorful bite of the iconic Idaho® Potato alongside other savory favorites.

Eagle, ID, January 31, 2024 – It’s estimated that 74% of adult Americans set at least one New Year’s Resolution for 2024 but only 9% complete them. However, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) has a resolution that’s impossible to fail…eat more Idaho potatoes! Yes, the superfood veggie has nutritional benefits that fuel your body and can help crush your 2024 goals!

Eagle, ID, November 8, 2023 – Potatoes are one of Thanksgiving's most popular side dishes. While second and third helpings are customary, just navigating the Thanksgiving meal can be challenging for those living with diabetes. As a new partner with the American Diabetes Association® (ADA), the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is stepping in to provide guidelines on how to build a diabetes-friendly Thanksgiving plate using the ADA’s Diabetes Plate Method.

Eagle, ID, October 4, 2023 – Plates were dropped, food was thrown, and dentures removed after hearing the potatoes in the Idaho Potato Commission’s (IPC) newest national television commercial were not grown in Idaho. Keeping with tradition, the commercial made its debut during a televised Boise State University home football game on September 9th.

Eagle, ID, September 1, 2023 – The Idaho Potato Commission’s (IPC) popular Idaho® Potato Malted Milkshake and Fries ice cream, created in partnership with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, is now one of eight fall flavors sold exclusively at 3,500 Walmart locations nationwide starting September 1.

Eagle, ID, Aug 17, 2023 – This summer the Big Idaho Potato Truck crossed off two items on its bucket list: an international border crossing and a visit to Alaska. 

Eagle, Idaho, July 10, 2023 – We’re less than a week away from celebrating America’s favorite holiday: National French Fry Day! The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is the go-to resource for all things fries, so get ready for your crash course on best practices, tips and tricks, and the most irresistible recipes imaginable! To celebrate the much-anticipated date, IPC is sharing its secrets to the best homemade French fries and hosting a spud-tacular French fry giveaway.

Eagle, Idaho, June 27, 2023 – The skies are blue, and the sun is shining … it’s potato salad season! As the official hub for all things potato salad, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) wants to help you earn bragging rights at your next summer shindig! 

EAGLE, ID, June 22, 2023 – With a 20 percent jump in entries received for this year’s Idaho® Potato Lovers Display Contest, more retailers than ever lifted up spud sales as they competed for $150,000-plus in cash and prizes.

EAGLE, ID, May 16, 2023 – The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) was declared the Grand Champion at the National Agri-Marketing Association’s (NAMA) award show held on April 26 in St. Louis, MO for its public relations campaign Frites by Idaho. In February 2022 the French fry-scented perfume created a PR frenzy – selling out within hours and generating international publicity, including coverage on The Stephen Colbert Show, FOX News Sunday With Shannon Bream, Access Hollywood, The Kelly Clarkson Show and the BBC.