2023 NPC Washington Summit
Standing Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill!
February 27-March 3, 2023
Washington Marriott at Metro Center
Washington, D.C.
Keynote Lunch: Political Outlook
Charlie Cook Returns to the Washington Summit!
Renowned Political Analyst and Founder of the Cook Political Report
Meeting Hotel
Washington Marriott at Metro Center
775 12th Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20005
Reconnect at the 2023 NPC Washington Summit and Unite in Standing Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill!
NPC’s annual Washington Summit provides a forum for potato industry members to discuss, define, and advocate for the policy priorities impacting their businesses and protecting their ability to farm.
Throughout the week, participants:
- Hear from the nation’s top political and policy experts
- Welcome NPC’s new officers and grower leaders
- Meet with members of Congress representing potato-growing states and districts
- … and unite as an industry in Standing Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill!
During the 2023 NPC Washington Summit, attendees will advocate for issues such as keeping potatoes in federal nutrition programs, promoting free and fair-trade agreements, and protecting tax policies that support the long-term health of family-owned farming operations.
Social Media
“He is a champion for agriculture at every level.”
🏆Congrats to former NPC President and fourth-generation potato grower from Pasco, Wash., Jared Balcom, for being named The Packer’s 2026 Potato Person of the Year!
“He possesses the unique ability to communicate complex issues effectively, whether he is speaking to a grower or a member of Congress,” said NPC President Ted Tschirky.
Jan 9
“He is a champion for agriculture at every level.”
🏆Congrats to former NPC President and fourth-generation potato grower from Pasco, Wash., Jared Balcom, for being named The Packer’s 2026 Potato Person of the Year!
“He possesses the unique ability to communicate complex issues effectively, whether he is speaking to a grower or a member of Congress,” said NPC President Ted Tschirky.
The labor landscape is shifting. Get the facts. Hear the latest Ag Workforce Coalition update soon on how NPC is addressing high H-2A costs, which are becoming increasingly unaffordable for growers, and advancing solutions for a stable, legal workforce. #AgLabor #PotatoExpo #PotatoTalks
Jan 8
The labor landscape is shifting. Get the facts. Hear the latest Ag Workforce Coalition update soon on how NPC is addressing high H-2A costs, which are becoming increasingly unaffordable for growers, and advancing solutions for a stable, legal workforce. #AgLabor #PotatoExpo #PotatoTalks
LIVE Podcast starts soon! Head to the expo stage to hear directly from the NPC team soon on how we defend and advance the industry`s legislative and regulatory priorities in D.C. #StandingUpForPotatoes #PotatoExpo #PotatoTalks
Jan 8
LIVE Podcast starts soon! Head to the expo stage to hear directly from the NPC team soon on how we defend and advance the industry`s legislative and regulatory priorities in D.C. #StandingUpForPotatoes #PotatoExpo #PotatoTalks
The Trump Administration released a new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which includes a new consumer graphic that features a whole, fresh potato front and center, identifying it as a nutrient-rich vegetable that Americans should eat as part of a healthy diet.
In this episode of the Eye on Potatoes podcast, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles and Beth Johnson of Food Directions break down the release and what it means for the industry.
Podcast link in bio or search for "eye on potatoes" wherever you listen to podcasts.
Jan 8
The Trump Administration released a new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which includes a new consumer graphic that features a whole, fresh potato front and center, identifying it as a nutrient-rich vegetable that Americans should eat as part of a healthy diet.
In this episode of the Eye on Potatoes podcast, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles and Beth Johnson of Food Directions break down the release and what it means for the industry.
Podcast link in bio or search for "eye on potatoes" wherever you listen to podcasts.