Take a drive through the Island countryside in the summer and you will be greeted with lush fields of what are arguably the best tasting spuds in the world. PEI’s rich red soil, fresh sea air, and generations of farming expertise create the perfect conditions for growing potatoes that are loved worldwide.

Growers know that the key to their future is environmental sustainability and land stewardship. This is accomplished through crop rotation, prevention of soil erosion, integrated pest management and continuous improvement of production practices. They work hard to protect our Island environment to ensure successful family farms for generations to come.

Island potatoes have taken their share of awards at national and international competitions, and they have been garnering accolades from consumers across the world for over 200 years.  Nearly 60 per cent of the Island crop goes to processing, being turned into everything from french fries to potato flakes to potato chips. Another 30 per of the crop is shipped to markets across Canada, the U.S., and beyond. The remaining 10%? Carefully preserved as seed potatoes to keep the tradition growing year after year

If you visit during harvest, you’ll spot roadside stands brimming with just-harvested potatoes – the freshest you’ll ever taste. But you don’t have to wait for a trip to PEI to enjoy them. Look for PEI Potatoes at your local grocery store and bring a taste of the Island home with you!