Lamb Weston traces its origins to 1950 in Oregon, USA, when founder Gilbert Lamb developed a water-jet cutting system that changed potato processing. This innovation marked the beginning of the company's growth into a global frozen potato supplier.
Today, Lamb Weston operates plants worldwide, focusing on producing frozen potato products for foodservice operators, distributors, and consumers. Its portfolio ranges from classic fries to specialty formats such as grilled and skin-on potatoes.
Latin America is now one of the company's fastest-growing regions. In Argentina, per capita frozen potato consumption is around 8 kg per year, compared with 70 kg in mature markets. The company views this gap as an opportunity for growth.
Argentina was chosen as the base for regional expansion. In Mar del Plata, Lamb Weston has built what it calls the largest frozen potato processing plant in Latin America. The facility is designed to supply both the domestic market and export destinations across the region.
According to the company, Argentina was selected because of its potato quality and broader conditions for regional supply. The new investment is described as a long-term commitment impacting the value chain by creating employment, supporting local agriculture, and expanding export capacity.
The company states that the plant will function as a strategic hub for Latin America, consolidating supply and providing processing capacity for growth markets.
Lamb Weston highlights that since 1950, it has pursued innovation and expansion. The new facility in Argentina represents a continuation of this approach, extending the company's global processing footprint into Latin America.
Source: Argenpapa