Food Production
Potato Production by State 2026
Potato Production (CWT)
State | Potato Production 2025 (CWT)↓ | Potato Yield by State 2025 (CWT / Acre) | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Idaho | 138.4M | 440 |
 | Washington | 87.2M | 635 |
 | Wisconsin | 28.8M | 420 |
 | Oregon | 26M | 635 |
 | North Dakota | 24.8M | 355 |
 | Colorado | 23M | 420 |
 | Michigan | 20.7M | 430 |
 | Maine | 17.4M | 335 |
 | Minnesota | 16.7M | 420 |
 | Nebraska | 9.9M | 500 |
 | California | 9.1M | 430 |
 | Texas | 6.2M | 425 |
 | Florida | 4.6M | 280 |
 | United States | 412.9M |
- Data refer to potatoes grown on commercial farms. Potatoes grown in personal gardens have been excluded.
- The unit “cwt” stands for hundredweight, a United States Customary unit of measurement for measuring weight or mass. It is equivalent to 100 pounds (45.36kg) and is most often used for measuring the sales of agricultural products and livestock. This is also known as a “short hundredweight” to distinguish it from the British imperial hundredweight which is the equivalent of 112 pounds (50.8kg).
States with the Highest Potato Production
Potato production in the U.S. is highly concentrated, with a small number of states accounting for a large share of total output.
Idaho leads the nation by a wide margin, producing about 138.4 million cwt in 2025—roughly one-third of all U.S. potatoes. Its dominance comes from ideal growing conditions, long-established farming expertise, and strong processing infrastructure.
Washington ranks second with 87.2 million cwt. However, the state stands out for efficiency: at 635 cwt per acre, it ties with Oregon for the highest yield in the country. Wisconsin, Oregon, and North Dakota round out the top producers, each contributing between 24–29 million cwt.
States with the Lowest Potato Production
At the other end of the spectrum, several states produce relatively small quantities of potatoes, often due to climate constraints, land availability, or a focus on other crops.
Florida reports the lowest potato production among listed states at 4.6 million cwt, paired with the lowest yield (280 cwt per acre). Texas follows with 6.2 million cwt, while California and Nebraska each produce under 10 million cwt despite comparatively strong yields.
In terms of global potato production, the United States ranks among the top producers, alongside countries such as China, India, Russia, and Ukraine.
