Washington Summit Lodging
Washington Marriott at Metro Center
775 12th Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20005, US
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The Washington Marriott at Metro Center is our host hotel for the 2024 Washington Summit.
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“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.


