News from the IPC "Consumer" category
Oct 12, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Congratulates Idaho Growers On Another Harvest Well Done
The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC), representing Idaho Potato processors, shippers and growers, reports another excellent harvest during this, its 70th Anniversary year.
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Oct 10, 2007
Super Chef Nobu Matsuhisa Wows With New Idaho Roll
Eagle, ID, October 10, 2007--Wolfgang Puck and five of his world renowned chef friends leapt at the chance to partner with the Idaho Potato Commission
IPC President Frank Muir and Chef Nobu Matsuhisa Present Wolfgang Puck with a $10,000 check to benefit LA Meals On Wheels.
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Oct 8, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Celebrates 70th Anniversary Harvest
EAGLE, ID, October 8, 2007 - There's good news for Idaho Potato lovers across the country, especially in the top-consuming states of New York, Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania and Texas! The Idaho Potato Commission (IPC), representing Idaho Potato processors, shippers and growers, reports an exceptional harvest during this, its 70th Anniversary year.
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Oct 6, 2007
Au Gratin Potatoes Top List of Most Requested Recipes on Idaho Potato Commission Website
EAGLE, ID, June 24, 2009 – H-E-B Grocery stores teamed up with Idaho® potatoes and Paul Prudhomme’s Magic Seasoning Blends® to spice up its produce sales in March. The San Antonio-based grocery chain pumped up produce purchases at its Texas locations with a “New Orleans Cooking Adventure” sweepstakes. The month-long promotion enticed H-E-B customers to add flavor to their fare, specifically Idaho® potatoes, with product discounts, and a chance to win a “New Orleans Cooking Adventure” including a trip to New Orleans and a private cooking lesson from famous chef Paul Prudhomme.
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Aug 2, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Rolls Out the Burlap Carpet to Announce the Winners of Its First iTuber Video Contest
Eagle, Idaho, Aug 2, 2007 - From coast to coast, it's evident that folks all across the country love their Idaho Spuds. Paul Searle from McMinnville, OR, John Hill from Orlando, FL, and Jay Alan Meier from Vancouver, WA are the Grand Prize winners in the first annual iTuber Video Contest sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission. Each winner will receive $1000.
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Aug 2, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Debuts Winners of iTuber Video Contest
There was no shortage of creativity in the first ever iTuber video contest. Folks across the country were given a chance to win $1,000 for their videos starring Idaho's famous potato. From rap songs to operettas to science projects, it?s evident people love their spuds.
The winning videos made their national debut on August 2nd at
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Jul 26, 2007
Troy Aikman and Idaho Potato French Fries Star in Wingstop TV Commercial
Wingstop Restaurants recently launched a television commercial featuring two American icons: former Dallas Cowboy quarterback, Troy Aikman, and Idaho Potatoes.
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Jun 6, 2007
Air Force Sergeant with Roots in Idaho Tattoos "Grown in Idaho" Seal on Arm
Eagle, Idaho, June 6, 2007 - A five-pound bag of Idaho Potatoes isn't the only place you'll find the "Grown in Idaho" Seal. While stationed in Guam, Technical Sergeant Ben David, who is currently stationed at Hill Air Force Base in Utah, had the famous "Grown in Idaho" Seal tattooed on his right shoulder...complete with the registered trademark...of course!
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May 31, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Launches First Video Contest on YouTube
The IPC is reaching out to spud lovers across the country, asking them to work their magic in front of the camera with America's favorite vegetable: the Idaho Potato. They want to see what people are doing with their Idaho spuds -- whether it's making fabulous meals, using potatoes to help get broken light bulbs out of sockets or even using an Idaho Potato as the "star" of a movie -- and have launched a video contest on YouTube.com.
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May 15, 2007
Idaho Potato Commission Receives Congressional Honors in Recognition of 70th Anniversary
Eagle, Idaho, May 15, 2007 -- Idaho's Congressional Delegation has introduced two resolutions to the U.S. Congress designating May 2007 as "Idaho Potato Month" and recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC). The delegation consists of Senator Larry E. Craig, Senator Mike Crapo, Congressman Bill Sali and Congressman Mike Simpson.
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