Potatoes USA is reminding potato table stock exporters and chip stock exporters that the deadline to submit shipper registration forms to export to Japan, Korea, or China in 2026 is March 27, 2026. Annual registration is required prior to shipping to these countries.

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Temple Grandin will deliver the inaugural Cashup Davis Family Endowed Lecture at Washington State University in the CUB Senior Ballroom. Grandin, an internationally known author, inventor, and professor of animal science, will present her talk, “The World Needs All Kinds of Minds,” from 6:00–7:30 p.m.

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.

Senators Patty Murray (WA), Maria Cantwell (WA) join Senators John Hoeven (ND) and Angus King (ME) in calling for a Section 332 investigation into Canada’s use of unfair trade practices with U.S. potato producers.

The Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) is seeking nominations for five commissioner appointments in Washington State.

Washington State University is once again preparing for the 2026 Commercial Potato Seed Lot Trial, an important industry program funded by Washington potato growers to provide independent evaluations of seed quality before planting decisions are made.

Washington State University (WSU) is rolling out the enhanced 2026 Potato Decision Aid System (DAS), a powerful, grower-focused tool designed to support real-time, data-driven decision making throughout the season.