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Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says with all of the politics, getting a new Farm Bill done this year will be challenging, but we need to get it done.

On April 9, President Trump announced he would pause "reciprocal" tariffs on dozens of non-retaliating countries for 90 days while raising duties on China to 125%. Responding to the news, NPC CEO Kam Quarles and industry consultant Matt Lantz jumped on the podcast to discuss the rapidly changing environment around tariffs, how our industry's top export markets are reacting, and some new opportunities they are seeing for reaching new consumers throughout the world. Guests:  Matt Lantz, Senior Vice President, Global Access at Bryant Christie, Inc.Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato CouncilThis podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles. 

While a hot-button topic, the tariff issue has been a moving target. When U.S. potato growers met last week at the NPC Washington Summit, we had questions about whether tariffs would cover agricultural products or if they would be imposed at all. On Tuesday of this week, 25% tariffs were officially imposed on Canada and Mexico, but yesterday afternoon, the president announced that tariffs on both countries would be deferred for one month on all goods covered under the USMCA trade agreement, which includes fresh and processed potatoes.  With things changing by the day – or sometimes by the hour – we brought together a group of potato trade and supply chain experts to update growers on the current state of play. Guests:  Mark Klompien, President/CEO, United Potato Growers of America Matt Lantz, Senior Vice President, Global Access at Bryant Christie, Inc. Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato CouncilThis podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles. 

Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, was extremely happy with this year's Potato Expo in Orlando, Florida and with the turnout.

Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, was extremely happy with this year's Potato Expo in Orlando, Florida and with the turnout.

Instead of removing potatoes from the vegetable category, it appears recently proposed changes in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are more focused on their starch content, which Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council says is still misguided.

Instead of removing potatoes from the vegetable category, it appears recently proposed changes in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are more focused on their starch content, which Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council says is still misguided.

It's been a year since we last checked in on the potato wart situation in Prince Edward Island, Canada. This week, we sat down with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, and Don Flannery, Executive Director of the Maine Potato Board, to talk about the U.S. potato industry's ongoing efforts to prevent the spread of wart to the United States. The group also talked about the release of a bipartisan letter by members of the U.S. Senate urging USDA to implement additional mitigation measures to prevent the introduction of PEI potato wart into U.S. growing areas.This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles. 

On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets as Barchart Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom, shares his belief as to why the end of June USDA Reports shouldn't matter to the market trade. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather forecast for the 4th of July week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we recap the National Potato Council summer meeting, discuss Farm Bill prospects and ag labor with NPC CEO, Kam Quarles. Finally in Segment Four, more layoffs at John Deere and the Supreme Court decision on Chevron deference is discussed in ag news headlines with Jesse Allen.  

Kam Quarles, chief executive officer of the National Potato Council, Bob Mattive, president of the National Potato Council and a potato grower from Monte Vista, Colo., and Kelly Turner, manager of the Potato Growers of Michigan, sit down with Christina Herrick, produce editor for The Packer, and talk about the importance of potatoes in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the economic impacts of the potato industry and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Farm Bill expired in September 2023, and the dysfunction in Washington, D.C. continues to threaten this essential rewrite of our nation's farm policy. Risk management, export promotion, pest and disease prevention, nutrition policy and numerous other programs that make growers competitive are tied up in political infighting. During Potato Expo 2024, Kam Quarles of National Potato Council and Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group sat down to talk about how we got here, where we might be going, and what growers can do to break the impasse on Capitol Hill.Guests: ●        Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato Council●        Tyson Redpath, Principal, The Russell GroupThis podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles.  

This week's Open Mic guest is Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council. The potato industry is worth billions to the nation's economy but is facing strong headwinds from regulatory issues, farm policy and global trade access. The group's annual Potato Expo is expected to see record attendance this week in Austin, Texas including a presentation by USTR Chief Ag Negotiator Doug McKalip. Quarles says the industry is caught up in debate over the potato's place in nutritional guidelines for adults and children.

Potato growers and industry partners from around the world will descend on the Austin Convention Center, Jan. 10-11, for Potato Expo 2024, which will tap into all things Texas, with barbeque, music, culture, and a heavy dose of potatoes.Hosted annually by the National Potato Council, Potato Expo is the largest conference and trade show for the potato industry in North America, bringing together U.S. and international growers, suppliers, industry experts, and value chain partners all under one roof. Kam Quarles, NPC CEO, and Hollee Alexander, NPC VP of Industry Relations & Events, called into the Eye On Potatoes podcast to talk about the already record-breaking Potato Expo 2024 and what the international potato industry can look forward to in Austin. Learn more and register to join us at potato-expo.com. This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles.  

Potatoes have become a culinary cornerstone in the American diet, gracing our tables in various forms, from crispy fries to creamy mashed goodness. However, the journey from field to fork involves a complex network of farmers, policymakers, and industry leaders working together to ensure a thriving potato industry. We had the privilege of sitting down with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council (NPC) to shed light on the efforts and initiatives aimed at advancing potatoes in the United States.

On Monday's AOA, brought to you by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the volatility in the grain markets and a recap of the Cattle on Feed report with Barchart Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom. In Segment Two, we discuss a weather pattern shift this week and the potential for some snow in the Upper Midwest and Northern Plains with DTN Meteorologist Teresa Wells. In Segment Three, we discuss the ongoing issues in Washington D.C. and access to the Japanese market for U.S. grown potatoes with National Potato Council CEO, Kam Quarles. Then, Jesse Allen wraps up the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

What impact will the vacated Speaker of the House position have on U.S. agriculture? Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council and Ethan Lane, VP of Gov. Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association share insight on the unprecedented event.

Tuesday's AOA kicked off with a look a the volatile commodity markets with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. In segment 2, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council discussed his recent efforts on Capitol Hill for the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. Tuesday was Mike Pearson's final show as host, so in segment 3, he spoke with farm broadcaster Jesse Allen, who will taking over the host role on Monday, July 31st. Lance Knudson, owner of the American Ag Network and AOA joined the show in segment 4 and he and Mike discussed what makes AOA unique and why he's optimistic for the future of the program. For the remainder of this week, Hall of Fame Broadcaster (and AOA creator) Mike Adams will be hosting the show. Thanks for listening!

During Potato Expo 2023, key association CEOs throughout the U.S. potato industry came together for a live podcast recording focused on current and future opportunities for potatoes. Alison Bodor, President and CEO of the American Frozen Foods Institute, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, and Blair Richardson, President and CEO of Potatoes USA, sat down with Eye on Potatoes podcast host Lane Nordlund to talk about how the organizations work together to strengthen partnerships, create new opportunities, and work collaboratively to improve the potato industry.Guests:Alison Bodor, President & CEO, American Frozen Food InstituteKam Quarles, CEO, National Potato CouncilBlair Richardson, President & CEO, Potatoes USAThis podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato-growing obstacles. 

The full Mexican market for fresh U.S. potatoes was finally opened in the Spring of 2022, culminating a decades-long effort to tap into that massive market.  Since then, Potatoes USA has been working with its team in-country to build that market. At the same time, the National Potato Council has been working with Administration and Congressional leaders to ensure the boarder remains open for U.S. shipments.  During Potato Expo 2023, we sat down with Kim Breshears, Chief Marketing Officer of Potatoes USA, Kam Quarles, CEO of NPC, and Matt Lantz, Vice President of Global Access at Bryant Christie Inc., to talk about the potential for Mexico for fresh potato exports, how have things been going so far, and efforts to open new markets for U.S. potatoes and potato products.  Guests: Kim Breshears, Chief Marketing Officer, Potatoes USAKam Quarles, CEO, NPCMatt Lantz, Vice President of Global Access, Bryant Christie Inc.This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato growing obstacles. 

The Biden administration's export agenda has included enforcement of trade agreement provisions critical to American agriculture. USDA Trade Undersecretary Alexis Taylor joins Agri-Pulse to discuss the latest on the discussions with Mexico over genetically modified corn as well as the markets the department has identified as its next trade mission targets. Then, Jaime Castaneda with the U.S. Dairy Export Council and Kam Quarles with the National Potato Council offer their thoughts on the trade issues facing their organizations and how the Biden administration's trade efforts are working for producers. Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Tanner is down in Florida for the beginning of Commodity Classic and gives us an update on the WASADE Report. Delaney met with Kam Quarles, the CEO of the National Potato Council, to discuss what these producers have been up to, how they contribute to our supply chain economy, and things they would like to see in the upcoming Farm Bill.

Tuesday's AOA kicked off with Dr. Greg Tylka, Iowa State Professor and leader of the Soybean Cyst Nematode Coalition and he described the "slow motion train wreck" happening with SCN and what farmers need to be doing. In segment 2, Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at NCBA provided their analysis of USDA's newly proposed "Product of the USA" label. Arlan Suderman, Chief Economist with StoneX looked ahead to tomorrow's WASDE report from USDA and the show closed with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, who discussed their new economic impact study and the work the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance is doing in DC.

This week's Open Mic guest is Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council and the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance co-chair. After a year of negotiations, specialty crop producers have come to a conclusion on their priorities for the 2023 farm bill. In this interview, Quarles outlines a number of their objectives and responds to issues of trade, crop protection and sustainability. Quarles says improvements in crop insurance and risk management tools can benefit the outlook for growers of specialty crops, which accounts for more than half the farm gate value of crops produced in the U.S.

This week's Open Mic guest is Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council and the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance co-chair. After a year of negotiations, specialty crop producers have come to a conclusion on their priorities for the 2023 farm bill. In this interview, Quarles outlines a number of their objectives and responds to issues of trade, crop protection and sustainability. Quarles says improvements in crop insurance and risk management tools can benefit the outlook for growers of specialty crops, which accounts for more than half the farm gate value of crops produced in the U.S.

We meet two leadership figures in the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA): Mike Joyner, president of the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association, and Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council. And U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss her trip to Mexico over concerns of fentanyl, immigration issues and proposed ban on GMO corn from the U.S. and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday's AOA began with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, who celebrated the crowd at the recent Potato Expo and highlighted some of the concerns and opportunities the industry is watching. In Segment 2, Dr. Matt Roberts of Terrain unpacked the details of Thursday's World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate report and Quarterly Grain Stocks. In segment 3, Kyle McMahon of Tractor Zoom discussed how the farm machinery market continues to change, and what he's watching in the year ahead.

Join us for a report with Kam Quarles from the National Potato Expo on the Harvest USA Report.

In this episode, Potatoes USA Conversation Architect, Natalia Cervantes, interviews Kam Quarles, Chief Executive Officer of National Potato Council about standing up for potatoes on capitol hill and why it's important to know about the issues that affect the potato industry. Resources for this episode: Link to Live Potato LEAF Auction  To be featured on Potato-Cast, email Natalia@PotatoesUSA.com Learn more about Potatoes USA by visiting PotatoesUSA.com To see all the great information available about potatoes, potato nutrition, or fun ways to cook with potatoes, visit PotatoGoodness.com  

Friday's episode began with a recognition of the Veteran's Day holiday and a hearty "Thank you!" to all who have kept this great country free. Garrett Toay of AgTraderTalk joined the show with an update on the soybean rally heading in to the weekend. In segment 2, Jerry Hagstrom, of the Hagstrom Report, provided more details on the Biden Administration's National Security Memorandum for the ag industry that was released yesterday. And American ag security was also the topic of conversation with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council in segment 3. Canadian potato growers are grappling with potato wart, and the US industry wants to keep that scourge out of our boarders. Friday's show ended with Kelly Garrett, Arion, Iowa farmer and partner in XtremeAg.farm, who has been reflecting on his yield data and planning for the year ahead

Jesse Allen is joined by Kam Quarles, National Potato Council CEO, to discuss a bunch of topics. We discus the potato wart issues on Prince Edward Island in Canada, Farm Bill, the upcoming election and more. Learn more online at https://www.nationalpotatocouncil.org.

Markets were mixed to mostly lower on Thursday as the U.S. dollar was higher which created headwinds for commodities. Weekly export sales were strong for soybeans again and strong for pork but that's about it. We discuss the market trade action with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Jesse Allen is joined by Kam Quarles, National Potato Council CEO, to discuss a bunch of topics. We discus the potato wart issues on Prince Edward Island in Canada, Farm Bill, the upcoming election and more. Learn more online at https://www.nationalpotatocouncil.org. Today's show is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.

In late September, Congressman Frank Lucas (R-Okla.) introduced the "Protect Farmers from the SEC Act" -- a bill that would prohibit the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from requiring publicly traded companies to disclose the greenhouse gas emissions from farms and ranches in its value chain. Congressman Lucas called in to talk about his efforts to support American agriculture by opposing this federal governmental overreach, and, as a former Chair of the House Agriculture Committee, previewed the challenges of writing a 2023 Farm Bill.Plus NPC's Kam Quarles and Hollee Alexander sat down to discuss Potato Expo 2023, Jan. 4-5, in Denver, Colorado, and one of the event's featured sessions: This Spuds for You – Celebrity Chef Edition. The celebrity cook-off will be hosted by Emmy Award-winning host of Chopped and Chopped Junior Ted Allen and feature chef teams led by pastry chef, Food Network personality, and cookbook author Duff Goldman vs. author, food and travel writer, and Food Network personality Simon Majumdar.  Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for your potato growing obstacles.

Friday's AOA began with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, discussing the state of potato harvest and looked ahead to the needs of Specialty Crop producers in the '23 Farm Bill. Naomi Blohm, of Total Farm Marketing joined the show in segment 2 with a look at the strength in the dairy market. Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer for StoneX provided an update on European nitrogen production and his expectations for fert demand in the '23 crop year. The show closed with John Johnson, Project Coordinator at Farmers for Soil Health, on how that organization will use it's $95M USDA Climate Smart Ag grant

This week on AOA ended with Kam Quarles, President and CEO of the National Potato Council, outlining the potential impacts of the proposed SEC Climate Disclosure Rule on agriculture in segment 1; Jacquie Holland, grains analyst with Farm Futures, reviewed the market's moves this week and peeled back the details on the May export reports. Jacqui Fatka joined the show in segment three to discuss the farmer protests in the Netherlands and the calls for an Ag Trade Negotiator here in the US. We ended the show with a look ahead to next week's Corn Congress meetings with NCGA in Washington DC as Chris Edgington, President of NCGA, outlined the work they'll be doing. And next week AOA will be broadcasting live from DC on Tuesday, catching up on the issues important to corn growers

As today is Memorial Day, this episode is made up of conversations we've had on AOA over the past few weeks. Peter Orwick, Executive Director of the American Sheep Industry Association provided an update on his industry; In segment 2, we heard Dr. Ellen Wald's comments on the state of diesel supplies across the country; Senator Charles Grassley spoke with Mike on May 19th, and that conversation is in segmen 3 of today's show and we ended with Kam Quarles of the National Potato Council. We hope all of you had a great weekend; and today we remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us free. AOA returns live on Tuesday!    

Wednesday, on AOA; Ranking Republican on the House Ag Committee Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson joined the show to discuss the pending oversight of cryptocurrency from the Ag Committee. In segment 2, Scott Richman, Chief Economist with the Renewable Fuels Association discussed the surging profit margins for oil companies. Then, Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX shared his insights on the selloff in the wheat market. To close the show, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council celebrated the return of fresh US potatoes to the Mexican market.

On Thursday's AOA, Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association talked about the record volumes of E15 sold in 2021 and the risks that lay ahead this year. Simon Lester, founder of the China Trade Monitor, visited with Mike about the Biden Administration approach to trade, and how the Chinese economy could fair as they hold tight to the COVID-zero policy. In segment 3, Arlan Suderman of StoneX looked ahead to Friday's WASDE reports and to the potential of sharply higher prices this summer. And finally, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, highlighted some positive moves in getting US potatoes in to Mexico, and some challenges created by importing potatoes from Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Mike started Friday's episode by talking with Dr. Ellen Wald, energy economist with Transversal Consulting about gyrations in the price of crude oil and natural gas, then Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council provided an update from their Washington meeting and challenges created by Mexico that could stall the import of fresh potatoes. In the 3rd segment, Rob Brenneman, NPPC board member and Iowa pork producer, raised the issue of activist investors pushing companies to eliminate gestation stalls; and finally, Nicole Berg, VP of the National Assocication of Wheat Growers discussed the policies they'd like to see included in the 2023 Farm Bill

On Friday's AOA, Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, discussed the trucking challenges the potato industry is facing and the emergene of Potato Wart on Prince Edward Island; Jason Troendle of The Fertilizer Institute talked new tariffs on supplies and outlook for P&K; Arlan Suderman of StoneX dropped in to look at the way inflation fears are moving money in unexpected ways, and Mike ended the show by encouraging listeners to find us in Houston next week at NCBA!

Today on AOA Todd Neeley of DTN, Mac Marshall of USSEC, Geoff Cooper with RFA and Kam Quarles from the National Potato Council.

In light of the multiple potato wart finds on Canada's Prince Edward Island (PEI), during a meeting of the Potato Association of America on December 1, 2021, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) provided growers and industry partners an update on its soil sampling efforts throughout the province's potato production area. Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council calls in to discuss how CFIA's own data -- which demonstrates a clear and troubling reduction in sampling -- leaves the industries on both sides of the border with uncertainties about the spread of the disease on PEI and what the future holds for reopening trade with this important industry partner. 

Kam Quarles, head of the National Potato Council based in Washington, D.C., talks about the current state of the potato industry and supply chain, inflation, the infrastructure bill, trade with Mexico and what's on tap for the approaching 2022 Potato Expo in Anaheim, Jan. 5-6.

With the NPC Executive Committee together this week for their first in-person meeting in D.C. since February 2020, President and Maine potato grower Dominic LaJoie joined CEO Kam Quarles for an update on the organization's end-of-year policy activities and previews of the Potato Expo 2022 and NPC Washington Summit. 

National Potato Council Vice President of Legislative Affairs JR Andrus from Idaho joins CEO Kam Quarles for a discussion on proposals being floated in Congress to fund infrastructure improvements on the backs of family farmers. JR says that some infrastructure investments are important, however they should not be paid for by undermining U.S. family farms that are still struggling to recover from the pandemic.

Kam Quarles of the National Potato Council goes in-depth on the ongoing trade issues with Mexico, pushing Congress to go through with agriculture labor reform and other topics affecting U.S. potato growers.