Getting There and Things to Do
Getting There and Things to Do
The Coeur d’Alene Resort is 35-40 minutes from the Spokane International Airport (GEG). The resort offers scheduled transportation in our limo vans for $90 per person round-trip or $45 one way. For questions and reservation requests, please contact the transportation dispatch office at (208) 765-2300 or book online here.
Come Early. Stay Late. Soak It In.
Why rush in and out? Whether you’re looking to unwind before the meeting or keep the good vibes going afterward, Coeur d’Alene in the summer is the perfect place to slow down, explore, and enjoy.
From lake cruises and paddleboarding to hiking, golf, shopping, and world-class dining, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of your time here. Bring your family or treat yourself.
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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!
🏆During last week`s NPC Washington Summit, long-time champion of the potato industry, Congressman Dan Newhouse @repnewhouse, was presented with NPC`s Golden Potato Award by Washington state grower Ted Tschirky in recognition of his decades of public service.
Mar 6
🏆During last week`s NPC Washington Summit, long-time champion of the potato industry, Congressman Dan Newhouse @repnewhouse, was presented with NPC`s Golden Potato Award by Washington state grower Ted Tschirky in recognition of his decades of public service.
National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles and @spudmanmag Managing Editor Melinda Waldrop join the Eye on Potatoes Podcast to break down the inaugural 2026 Spud Sector Survey. This first-of-its-kind report moves past headlines to reveal the economic heartbeat of America’s potato growers.
Discover how NPC uses this "hard data ammunition" to advocate for our family farms in Washington, D.C. The group discusses the striking "optimism gap," where growers feel confident in their own operations but fear for the broader industry’s future. From the 82.9% of growers facing inflationary disruptions to the "essential bridge" of federal emergency aid, this episode provides a strategic roadmap for the ongoing efforts to Stand Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill.
🎧 LISTEN NOW at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bridging-the-optimism-gap-insights-from-the-spud/id1491815515?i=1000753425593.
Mar 6
National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles and @spudmanmag Managing Editor Melinda Waldrop join the Eye on Potatoes Podcast to break down the inaugural 2026 Spud Sector Survey. This first-of-its-kind report moves past headlines to reveal the economic heartbeat of America’s potato growers.
Discover how NPC uses this "hard data ammunition" to advocate for our family farms in Washington, D.C. The group discusses the striking "optimism gap," where growers feel confident in their own operations but fear for the broader industry’s future. From the 82.9% of growers facing inflationary disruptions to the "essential bridge" of federal emergency aid, this episode provides a strategic roadmap for the ongoing efforts to Stand Up for Potatoes on Capitol Hill.
🎧 LISTEN NOW at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bridging-the-optimism-gap-insights-from-the-spud/id1491815515?i=1000753425593.