Minnesota Grown Potatoes!
Minnesota Potatoes by the Numbers
One medium red potato provides 16% of the daily recommended amount of fiber.1
The Minnesota Grown Directory has over 125 farms with potatoes.
The average yield per acre is 40,000 lbs of potatoes!2
Minnesota Potato Crop Breakdown
Three major types of potatoes are grown in Minnesota.3
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White Potatoes
White potatoes are generally destined for processing and making chips.
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Russet Potatoes
Russet potatoes are used to make French fries and hash browns. They are also commonly baked or mashed.
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Red Potatoes
Red potatoes are usually sold fresh to the market. They can be roasted or grilled with butter and rosemary.
The Best Red Potatoes
The Red River Valley borders Minnesota and North Dakota. Red potatoes grown here have a deeper red color and more robust flavor than potatoes grown anywhere else.4
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