2025 NPC Washington Summit
Standing Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill!
February 24-28, 2025
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Washington, D.C.
Hear from Top Officials and Policy Experts
Meeting Hotel
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
480 L’Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, D.C. 20024
Reconnect at the 2025 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 2025 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
On June 30, House Ag Chair GT Thompson will introduce the Securing Agriculture`s Workforce Act, which reforms the H-2A visa program. NPC COO Mike Wenkel and NPC VP Brett Jensen from Idaho Falls joined the Eye on Potatoes podcast this week to talk about the impact on U.S. potato growers.
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Jun 25
On June 30, House Ag Chair GT Thompson will introduce the Securing Agriculture`s Workforce Act, which reforms the H-2A visa program. NPC COO Mike Wenkel and NPC VP Brett Jensen from Idaho Falls joined the Eye on Potatoes podcast this week to talk about the impact on U.S. potato growers.
Link in bio.
The Eye on Potatoes welcomed NPC`s 2026 President Ben Sklarczyk and @michiganpotatoes` Kelly Turner to provide a Summer Meeting preview and talk about the history and impact of the Michigan potato industry.
🎧 Podcast link in bio.
Jun 8
The Eye on Potatoes welcomed NPC`s 2026 President Ben Sklarczyk and @michiganpotatoes` Kelly Turner to provide a Summer Meeting preview and talk about the history and impact of the Michigan potato industry.
🎧 Podcast link in bio.
Potatoes are highly sensitive to even moderate environmental changes. During Potato Expo 2026, we sat down with Andrew Pritchard, Senior Atmospheric Scientist at Nutrien, who identified the "best and worst" weather patterns for potato health. The conversation focuses on practical resilience strategies, including soil performance tracking and storage management, to help producers remain profitable despite erratic rainfall and shifting pest pressures.
🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-potatoes-a-podcast-on-all-things-potatoes/id1491815515
Mar 31
Potatoes are highly sensitive to even moderate environmental changes. During Potato Expo 2026, we sat down with Andrew Pritchard, Senior Atmospheric Scientist at Nutrien, who identified the "best and worst" weather patterns for potato health. The conversation focuses on practical resilience strategies, including soil performance tracking and storage management, to help producers remain profitable despite erratic rainfall and shifting pest pressures.
🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-potatoes-a-podcast-on-all-things-potatoes/id1491815515
Mark your calendars! 🥔 The 2026 NPC Summer Meeting is heading to Detroit, Michigan, from July 21-24.
This isn`t just another industry event—it’s where the future of the U.S. potato industry takes shape. Join key decision-makers from every major growing region to tackle our industry`s biggest challenges and influence national policy.
We’ve planned a legendary lineup of activities to showcase the best of the Motor City:
Kickoff at St. Andrew’s Hall: Network in an iconic music venue that has hosted everyone from Nirvana to Pearl Jam. 🎸
History at Ford Piquette Avenue Plant: Enjoy dinner and a tour at the birthplace of the Ford Model T. 🚗
A night at Comerica Park: Close out the meeting watching the Detroit Tigers take on the Kansas City Royals. ⚾️
Experience the perfect blend of business, innovation, and Detroit-style fun.
Save the date: July 21-24, 2026!
Mar 11
Mark your calendars! 🥔 The 2026 NPC Summer Meeting is heading to Detroit, Michigan, from July 21-24.
This isn`t just another industry event—it’s where the future of the U.S. potato industry takes shape. Join key decision-makers from every major growing region to tackle our industry`s biggest challenges and influence national policy.
We’ve planned a legendary lineup of activities to showcase the best of the Motor City:
Kickoff at St. Andrew’s Hall: Network in an iconic music venue that has hosted everyone from Nirvana to Pearl Jam. 🎸
History at Ford Piquette Avenue Plant: Enjoy dinner and a tour at the birthplace of the Ford Model T. 🚗
A night at Comerica Park: Close out the meeting watching the Detroit Tigers take on the Kansas City Royals. ⚾️
Experience the perfect blend of business, innovation, and Detroit-style fun.
Save the date: July 21-24, 2026!