Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is a global producer, distributor, and marketer of value-added frozen potato products. Co. is a supplier of frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and vegetable products to restaurants and retailers around the globe. Co.'s segments include North America and International. Co.'s frozen potato products are sold in North America and international markets generally to North American-based restaurant chains and international customers, comprised of global and regional quick service and full-service restaurant chains, foodservice distributors, and retailers.
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