Potatoes

The assortment was still mainly made up of local table potatoes, with a wide range of varieties available. Deliveries from neighboring countries, as reported by the German BLE, also helped to supplement the product selection. The overall quality was impressive, although in Hamburg, domestic Annabelle potatoes were an exception. read more

The demand in the retail sector is stable, with orders for the busy Christmas season currently being fulfilled. There are ongoing reports of quality issues at the store level, but demand for pre-packaged, high-quality products remains strong. The food service industry has not fully recovered yet. read more

After an industry-government meeting on Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) held in Melbourne on 18 November 2025, it was agreed that Ausveg would convene a working group to address trade and market access issues linked to restrictions on the movement of potato produce after the detection of PMTV. read more

The sweet potato, which originates from the sandy soils of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, has extended its presence across Spain as demand grows. Fresh consumption has risen from just over 4 kilograms per person per year to about 6 kilograms. This change is partly attributed to the fact that many consumers now prefer it over other vegetables. read more

The campaign of 2025/2026 is considered a pivotal moment for the French potato industry, as stated in a press release by France's national interprofessional body for the fresh potato sector (CNIPT). The area dedicated to storing potatoes continues to see significant growth, with a 25% increase since 2023 and a 15% rise compared to 2024. read more

W 2025 roku Ukraina zanotowała silne plony warzyw, zwłaszcza ziemniaków i cebuli. Chociaż spowodowało to obniżenie cen detalicznych, znacząco zmniejszyło marże rolników. Według Andrija Maruszczaka, Dyrektora Handlowego Van Dijk Technics, rentowność produkcji warzyw w

In 2025, Ukraine recorded strong vegetable harvests, particularly for potatoes and onions. While this resulted in lower retail prices, it significantly reduced farmers' margins. According to Andrii Marushchak, Commercial Director of Van Dijk Technics, the profitability of vegetable production in read more

Koszty życia zmuszają coraz więcej konsumentów do jedzenia w domu, co przyczynia się do zwiększonej konsumpcji ziemniaków. Według dyrektora zarządzającego Wilson's Country, Lewisa Cunninghama, ten trend utrzymuje się przez cały rok. "Ludzie jedzą mniej na mieście ze względu na związane z tym koszty. Ale" read more

Ceny cebuli w Bangladeszu pozostały wysokie pomimo zezwolenia rządu na import z Indii w celu ograniczenia rosnących kosztów. W ciągu ostatnich sześciu dni cebula napływała codziennie przez porty lądowe, ale ceny detaliczne prawie się nie zmieniły. W ramach działań mających na celu stabilizację rynku, rząd... read more

Wholesale sales of potatoes and other key vegetables, commonly known as the "borscht set," decreased by approximately 25-30% in Moldova this autumn, despite stable or decreasing prices, as reported by Logos Press. Market operators faced challenges in selling carrots at 4-4.5 lei/kg. read more

The global potato industry is mourning the loss of Dr. Hubert Zandstra, who served as the Director General of the International Potato Center from 1991 to 2005. Under his leadership, CIP broadened its focus from potato research to also include sweet potatoes, Andean roots and tubers, and natural resource management. read more

Syntagma na rynku ziemniaków w Belgii pozostaje niezmienione. Kilka miesięcy temu Jan Van Luchene z Bruwier Potatoes wyraził obawy, że nie będzie perspektyw, jeśli nie wydarzą się szalone rzeczy z tegorocznym plonem, ale te skrajności faktycznie się nie pojawiły. read more

Speakers at a seminar on GB Potatoes during the British Potato Event in Harrogate discussed the challenges and opportunities that will influence future potato consumption in the UK and global markets. Professor David Hughes highlighted that the current per capita potato consumption in the UK is approximately 70 kilograms per year. read more

Pizzoli, an Italian reference point in the world of potatoes, thanks to Sky Brand Solutions, the department of Sky Media, is once again among the official partners of MasterChef Italia, the Sky Original cooking show produced by Endemol Shine Italy. read more

The maincrop potato harvest in Northern Ireland for 2025 is reported to be 95% complete, as stated by agronomist Richard Owens from Co. Down. He mentioned to Agriland that the very wet ground conditions will postpone the lifting of the remaining potatoes until January or February. Owens commented, "The 2025 growing season has been one of." read more

To Mr. Thanasis Liakopoulos, manager of the Greek packing company ALKA from Nevrokopi, Greece's most important potato-cultivating zone, it seems that it is not a good season underway for Greek potatoes. "Stocks are still very high at the end of the first third of December, more than 50%. Sales are." read more

Ceny słodkich ziemniaków z Karoliny Północnej są nieco niższe w porównaniu do tego samego czasu zeszłego roku. "Ceny są nieco niższe, ponieważ w tym roku jest większe dostępne zaopatrzenie. Będzie również więcej dostępnych ziemniaków, gdyż zbiorów będą lepsze i większe zapasy podczas lata" - mówi Matt Solana, wiceprezes. read more

"It is a challenging potato season. There are a lot of potatoes, and the quality is worse than last year," says Michiel Meijering of potato wholesaler Landjuweel. "I therefore expect many growers will be eager to get their product out of the sheds, because during storage the quality will not" read more

In the period from January to September 2025, Azerbaijan imported 7.17 tons of sweet potatoes worth US$10,380. This indicates a 72% decrease in value and an 88% decrease in volume compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by ABC.AZ citing data from the State Statistics Committee. read more

Egypt is consistently improving its status as a leading global provider of fresh fruits and vegetables. The increasing demand in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, along with seasonal shortages in other regions, are fueling the country's fast-growing export industry. Publicly accessible data on production is also contributing to this trend. read more

Potatoes are increasingly being recognized as a high-efficiency crop that can provide food, ingredients, and bio-based applications. However, their full potential is still underutilized in many regions, including North America. Despite their ability to produce high yields per hectare and adapt to diverse climates, their broader benefits are not fully realized. read more