NEWPORT BEACH, CA - Side Delights® announced that while potato harvest has been happening since July in some parts of the country, the season’s freshest potatoes are now arriving in stores as the fall season’s grilling heats up.

Side Delights® offers a variety of fall-friendly, fresh, popular bagged and organic potatoes and potato products such as Grillables grill-ready Russet and Sweet potatoes - pre-washed, foil-wrapped and ready to place directly on the grill.

Recently published nutritional charts highlight the benefits of eating fresh, seasonal produce at its peak when harvested, for optimal taste and nutrient retention. For shoppers seeking vegetables in season this September, Potatoes are a top pick.

“We love harvesting our Side Delights potatoes. Across the country in September, new spuds are arriving in the stores just in time for Labor Day weekend BBQs and picnics,” noted Kathleen Triou, president and CEO of Fresh Solutions Network, in the recent release.

Giving shoppers another reason to stock up on spuds in September, potatoes also made the cut in a list of “15 Fruits and Vegetables That Taste Best — and Cost Less — in the Fall.”

“Side Delights® potatoes are delicious and cost-effective. Shoppers can visit our Recipe site for fall recipes such as Bubble & Squeak with Garlicky Mushrooms and Fried Egg for brunch, Chicken and Potato Fall Harvest Salad for lunch or dinner, and a Fall Harvest Mashed Potato Board to “Surprise and delight” at your next party,” added Triou.

Side Delights® offers a variety of nutritious, economical products, including bagged and bulk potatoes, potato kits, convenience potatoes, petite potatoes, fresh-cut potatoes, and organic potatoes. For more information on Side Delights® products and its network of farms, visit SideDelights.com and GrownWhereItMatters.com.

TUCSON, AZ - Some people love to network. Others find it awkward or even exhausting. No matter which type of produce industry pro you are, the Southwest International Produce Expo is designed to be a refreshing place to connect and conduct business. The event, better known as SWIPE, is redefining how trade show business gets done — by making it easy, laid-back and, most of all, fun.

Imagine more cold drinks over lively activity and less small talk at stale mixers.

Put Your Best Putt Forward at Putt-A-Palooza

An attendee favorite, Putt-A-Palooza, is SWIPE’s answer to the 16th hole. It brings the entire event together for a boisterous afternoon of putting challenges, cold beverages, and prize-packed games. Whether you golf or not, you’re invited to swing by, sip on something good, and compete for prizes ranging from Bluetooth headsets to bottles of top-shelf spirits. It's casual, energetic, and packed with personality — just like the produce business itself.

Putt-A-Palooza is a great way for all SWIPE attendees to come together and takes place on the afternoon of January 22, during the SWIPE Desert Classic, a fun tournament co-hosted by the FPAA and the Fresh Produce & Floral Council. Cheer on your favorite golfing friends, interact with the teams as they take a swing by the Putt-A-Palooza course, and have fun meeting other attendees.

Build On-Target Relationships at the Desert Clay Shootout

For attendees ready to swap the tradeshow buzz for fresh air and marksmanship, the SWIPE Desert Clay Shootout at Tucson Trap and Skeet Club offers a laid-back setting to unwind and connect with fellow attendees. Happening on Saturday, January 24, this event is part of SWIPE’s stay-and-play programming, which also includes a fun pickleball tournament and a border tour to some of the local warehouses that handle fresh produce.

The smaller group Saturday events, like the Desert Clay Shootout, are for those who want to stay and enjoy the SWIPE desert vibes for just a little longer. It’s not about hitting every clay pigeon. It’s about hitting it off with the people who matter to your business.

“At SWIPE, strong relationships are built on more than business cards. It’s about shared experiences that lead to meaningful business relationships,” said FPAA President Lance Jungmeyer in a recent release. “Whether it’s on the green or at the range, we create moments that spark opportunities for fresh partnerships.”

These events aren’t just fun — they provide a relaxed space for industry pros to build trust that drives deals. Whether you're a grower, shipper, retailer, or buyer, SWIPE’s casual networking environment is where business relationships begin — or deepen.

From educational sessions and informal receptions to the luxurious retreat-style environment of the luxurious JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, everyone can network their own way at SWIPE. It’s happening on January 22-24. Visit www.SWIPEexpo.com to register and learn more about the Southwest’s premier produce industry event!