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Ore-Ida unveils new tater tot shapes for the first time in nearly two decades
The permanent additions target families and younger consumers as fewer than 1% of frozen potato products offer novelty shapes, the company said.
On Wednesday, Ore-Ida announced dinosaur- and star-shaped Tater Tots, marking the brand's first new tot shapes in nearly 20 years. The permanent additions target younger consumers seeking playful, convenient food options.
Fewer than 1 percent of frozen potato products offer fun shapes beyond traditional styles, creating a clear market opportunity for Ore-Ida to lead innovation in the category and capture growing demand.
Available nationwide in 28-ounce bags and 5-pound club sizes, the new products maintain the brand's signature "crispy-outside and fluffy-inside" texture, according to the company. Distribution began at major retailers.
Dinosaur shapes tap into cross-generational nostalgia, while star-shaped tots debut with limited-edition America 250 packaging tied to the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary celebration.
Calling the launch "just the beginning," Ore-Ida said additional shapes are in development and set for rollout next year as part of a broader innovation pipeline.