FAQs

This depends on how they are stored since our potatoes contain no preservatives. Generally speaking, potatoes should last several weeks as long as they are stored in a cool, dark place. The optimum temperature is 45-55 degrees F, and darkness ensures the potatoes won’t “wake up” and produce chemicals that can taste bitter. Storing them in a refrigerator is not a good idea as it allows starches in the potatoes to break down into sugars, which can affect the flavor. Your potatoes should be good to use as long as they are not soft and breaking down.

Yes, but freezing is not the best option since your potatoes will have a bit of a watery consistency after thawing. If you do wish to freeze them, we recommend that you boil or roast them first, then let them cool before freezing.

Yes, all of our Farmer’s Promise^® potato varieties are gluten free. Gluten-free foods can be beneficial for people with certain health conditions. It is important to consult your healthcare provider to determine if a gluten-free diet is right for you.

Yes, all of our Farmer’s Promise® produce comes from natural, non-GMO (genetically modified organism) seeds.

Yes, green potatoes are safe to eat, but take our word for it that you’d rather not because of the bitter taste that typically accompanies that green color. Potatoes become green as a result of chlorophyll formation, and an associated substance called solanine produces the bitter taste.

Exposure to light, either natural or artificial, is the main reason potatoes turn green. We make every effort to prevent exposure to light, but it is possible for potatoes to become exposed to light and turn green beyond our last inspection point. You can learn more about this subject here: https://potatogoodness.com/potato-greeningfact-check/

The USDA and FDA produce standardized nutritional guidelines for all potatoes regardless of size. Nutritional facts are based on an estimate of how many potatoes are in the package, but do not account for potatoes that may have a higher density and account for more weight within any given package.

Here is some additional nutritional information: https://potatoesusa.com/programs/

Farmer’s Promise® offers both organic and conventional potatoes. Organic potatoes are clearly marked as “organic” on the bag or label.

Look for potatoes that are firm in texture, do not have any visible greening, and are free of cuts, bruises or sprouts.

It’s actually not a good idea to wash your potatoes before storing them. Dampness can promote early spoilage, so you want to avoid that.

No, but they should be stored in a cool, dark place. The optimum temperature range is 45-55 degrees F, which allows potatoes to last for several weeks, depending on storage conditions.

Refrigerator temperatures are too low and allow starches in the potatoes to break down into sugars. This can change the flavor of the potatoes. If you must refrigerate them, try to use them up within a few weeks to get the best flavor possible before the sugars take hold.

Yes, you can. Simply pick off the sprouts and you they are good to use. Those sprouts are the result of potatoes “waking up” after being exposed to warm temperatures. The optimum temperature range is 45-55 degrees F.

Store your potatoes in a cool, dark place for the best results. The target temperature range should be 45-55 degrees F, which should allow your potatoes to last for several weeks in most situations. Avoid storing potatoes in a refrigerator unless necessary as the colder temperatures allow starches to break down into sugars, affecting the flavor.

Uncooked, peeled potatoes will start to turn brown quickly due to exposure to air. To prevent this, place peeled or cut potatoes in a bowl of cool water until ready to use (up to 2 hours). Refrigerating cut or peeled potatoes uncovered will not stop the discoloration process. The brown color doesn’t really affect the quality of the potato, but many people find it visually unappealing.

This comes down to minimizing light exposure so greening does not occur to the potatoes.