10 Fun Facts About North Carolina Potatoes

Did you know that North Carolina produces more than 18,500 acres of potatoes for commercial consumption?

Rachel Graf
Posted on May 12, 2021

Scroll through the slideshow to learn 13 fun facts about North Carolina potatoes:

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The potato chip was invented in 1853 and has been the No. 1 snack food for more than 50 years.

Photo credit: Eric Waters

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Sources: North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Potatoes USA