Kam Quarles
Not Fully Baked? Vegetable Status for Potatoes in Jeopardy
Why National Potato Council leader Kam Quarles is fighting to ensure potatoes have a seat at the Nutrition Policy table.
U.S. Potato Industry Sets Sights on Japan for Fresh Market Access
The Far East country holds the promise of delivering $150 million to $200 million annually to the sector.
National Potato Council, Specialty Crop Groups Gear up for 2023 Farm Bill Effort
NPC leader Kam Quarles says the industry can strengthen American produce operations for years to come.
New Rally Cry From the National Potato Council: No New Taxes!
Industry association formally opposes new and increased taxes in efforts to keep family farms competitive.
Potato Growers Focus on the Future with 2022 Policy Agenda
If Congress passes shipping and labor reforms, it will ease tremendous pressure from the agriculture industry.
Meet and Plenty of Potatoes at Potato Expo 2022
The National Potato Council is gearing for event and excited to finally see fellow potato industry members in person.
Potato LEAF Brings Hope During a Year of Turmoil
A new program designed to build future leaders shows robust support despite market stresses.
Hot Potato: Health of the Industry Ground in Persistence
Growers and stakeholders lobbied for and won some much needed USDA aid in 2020. What’s next for the sector?
Why Ag Labor Reform Has Never Been More Critical
Kam Quarles of the National Potato Council says we cannot rely on an antiquated H-2A visa system that has been a burden to growers, especially now.
Why We Need a Strong Push to Stabilize Trade for American Ag in 2019
U.S. potato exports losses could exceed more than $400 million annually.
Good News from Washington for Growers, Despite Chaotic Political Climate
Behind the inflammatory news of the day, successes have occurred this year that add up to growing points on the scoreboard in the fourth quarter of 2018.