Idaho Potato begins truck tour

April 5, 2012

Idaho Potato begins truck tour

04/03/2012 12:59:49 PM
Melissa Shipman

The Great Big Idaho Potato Truck has started rolling on its seven-month tour across the country.

The truck, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission, was inspired by a vintage Idaho potato postcard and holds a 6-ton version of a potato.

It will travel the nation to help raise funds for Meals on Wheels Association of America.

The giant potato, if real, would produce more than 1.4 million regular-sized fries, according to a news release.

The Idaho Potato Commission

Established in 1937, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is a state agency that is responsible for promoting and protecting the famous “Grown in Idaho®” seal, a federally registered trademark that assures consumers they are purchasing genuine, top-quality Idaho® potatoes. Idaho’s ideal growing conditions, including rich, volcanic soil, climate and irrigation differentiate Idaho® potatoes from potatoes grown in other states.

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