Idaho Potato Commission and Spud Daddy Reclaim World Record for Largest Serving of Fries
BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 5, 2026 – The title for the largest serving of French fries has returned to its roots in Idaho after a worldwide journey. On October 2, during the Boise Potato Days festival, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) and Spud Daddy set a new Guinness World Record with a staggering 1,474 pounds of fresh-cut fries.
The impressive feat involved turning 1,700 pounds of Idaho potatoes into the world-famous fries. This new record surpasses the previous one of 1,452.85 pounds, which was set in India back in 2018.
Idaho first held the record in 2014, when Twin Oaks Farms in Eagle served 1,003 pounds of French fries. Since then, the title went to Greece and then India, where it stayed until it was reclaimed by Idaho.
Achieving a Guinness World Record is no easy task. Reports indicate that the organization receives about 50,000 applications each year, but around 95% of those are turned down.
“If you’re going to have the record for the largest serving of French fries, it should be in Idaho,” said Jamey Higham, President and CEO of IPC. “Idaho potatoes are known for making the best fries, and we’re proud to bring this title back home to celebrate our local growers.”
Thomas Watson, Founder of Spud Daddy and Potato Days, expressed his excitement, stating, “We do potatoes big in Idaho, but this was on another level. Six fryers, 50 people, and a whole lot of potatoes were needed to make this happen.”
Following the official weigh-in, the record-breaking fries were served free to attendees of Potato Days, allowing locals to enjoy a taste of history.
About the Idaho Potato Commission
Founded in 1937, the Idaho Potato Commission promotes Idaho’s potatoes and protects the “Grown in Idaho®” seal, which guarantees consumers are getting top-quality products. The unique growing conditions in Idaho—warm days, cool nights, and rich volcanic soil—give Idaho potatoes their exceptional flavor and texture. For more information, visit the Idaho Potato Commission’s website.
