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IDAHO FALLS

IDAHO FALLS – Kay Walker spent his childhood picking potatoes in the field so he and his family had something to live on during the winter months. Today, at age 83, he’s the owner of a business that makes soap, lotion and lib balm from Idaho potatoes.

Potato Soap and Gifts of Idaho launched in 2021. His signature soap, which looks like a potato, along with other products, are sold in gift boxes inside Broulim’s, Rocknak’s Hardware and at least 100 other mom-and-pop stores throughout the state. He also sells products online.

In a conversation with EastIdahoNews.com, Walker says he started this business ou

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