During the National Potato Council’s (NPC) 2026 Potato Expo, Balcom, owner of Balcom & Moe, received the honor of being named 2026 Potato Person of the Year by The Packer, recognizing his leadership in strengthening industry advocacy while protecting family-run farming operations.

The Washington State Potato Foundation (WSPF) is now accepting applications for its Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship Program for the 2026–27 school year. This opportunity is designed to support students from potato growing regions who are pursuing careers in agriculture.

It's the last week to grab your pre-registration tickets at half price! Attendee registration is still open for the 2026 WA/OR Potato Conference, taking place January 27–29, 2026, at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington.

Mark your calendars and register now! The Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) is excited to announce our 3rd annual FREE Potato Academy, taking place February 13, 2026, at the Best Western Hotel located at 3000 W Marina Drive, Moses Lake, Washington, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Voting is now open for local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections, giving potato growers and other agricultural producers a direct voice in how federal farm programs are administered at the local level.

The Washington State Potato Foundation (WSPF) is seeking friendly, supportive volunteers to serve as judges for the 2nd Annual Future Farmers of America (FFA) Speaking Contests on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Springhill Suites in their Vista Room.

Mark your calendars!  Season 13 of WA Grown officially premieres January 3, 2026 and Washington potatoes are front and center in the season’s first potato-focused episode airing January 10, 2026.

The Washington Potato & Onion Association (WPOA) invites growers, managers, and ag employers to a timely and practical workshop, Navigating Labor Laws in Agricultural Employment, designed to help agricultural operations understand and manage today’s complex labor and employment landscape.

The Washington State Potato Foundation (WSPF) is hosting free first aid/CPR/AED training during the 2026 WA OR Potato Conference.