A lot of states grow potatoes, right? So what makes the ones grown in Idaho so special? Our high altitude yields lots of warm sunny days that turn into cool evenings. Soil, of course, also plays a big role. Volcanic material once covered all our land and as it slowly eroded over many years, it created a soil that is dark, rich, well-drained and packed with minerals.
And there you have it — the recipe for growing what we consider to be the best tasting potatoes in the world! The potatoes we are proud to use in every one of our products. Our site uses cookies and other technologies to tailor your experience and understand how you and other visitors use our site. Idaho actively leads the industry in: Research, including growing techniques, food-safety issues, handling, and distribution. We provide educational training and merchandising materials to those who request it.
Available Year-Round Why bother with potatoes that are only available in season? Grown to Perfection in Idaho. State Flower. State Folk Dance. State Fossil. State Fruit. State Gem. State Horse. State Insect. State Language. State Motto. State Name Origin. It is said, however, that this particular variant is particularly resistant to blight, which gives it exceptional value. The first substantial potato fields planted in Idaho belonged to Mormon colonists. Historical accounts indicate that their presence in Idaho was partially an accident.
As the numbers of Mormon colonists in the Salt Lake Valley increased, they pushed outward seeking new lands. The Mormon farmers had been directed to establish a new colony north of the Salt Lake Valley area in the Cache Valley.
Believing they were still in Utah, the new families of settlers began immediately to establish their farms. Potatoes were one of the first items the farmers planted.
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