Potatoes

"The crop is being completely reset, and, consequently, so is the whole chain," says Ben Bredek of 3PointPotatoes, regarding the current potato market downturn. "This will impact the entire chain in the upcoming season: factories, seed potato growers, lessees of potato cultivation land, and machinery and crop protection." read more

Smartphones are increasingly being utilized as field laboratories by potato agronomists, integrating CRISPR enzymes, isothermal DNA amplification, and optical readouts. These technologies, which have already been shown to be effective for late blight, are now being modified for early blight (Alternaria solani), a disease that causes yield reductions and… read more

Week 37 marks a new setback for the fruit and vegetable company Lcc: sales in terms of value are growing slightly, supported by an increase in the average price mix, while volumes are declining in all physical channels. After a very positive summer, potatoes show a reduction in September. read more

The European agri-food sector is experiencing very different dynamics depending on the supply chains: while the hazelnut market is characterized by tensions and record prices, the potato market is facing a downward trend linked to a production rebound. read more

This week, many summer fruits and vegetables were replaced by popular fall produce as retailers changed their displays. More types of apples and pears, particularly those ideal for baking, were added to the usual selection. There was also increased advertising for potatoes and onions, along with special offers on... read more

The U.S. demand for Canadian table potatoes may decrease due to the size of the U.S. crop and low domestic prices, as stated in a market report by the Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC). The North American Potato Market News (NAPMN) predicts that Canadian growers will produce 122.2 million hundredweight (6.21 million tonnes). read more

Moldova, like several other Black Sea countries, is expecting a strong potato harvest this year. However, prices have already dropped to their lowest level in three years, leaving farmers with little hope of profit, reports Logos Press. According to Sergey Alba from IM Expert Agroteh, many farmers are facing a challenging situation. read more

Representatives of the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) will meet with the country's main supermarkets in the coming weeks to confirm the year-round availability of Irish potatoes. IFA national potato committee chairperson Sean Ryan confirmed that initial discussions had already taken place with. read more

British Food Fortnight encourages us to celebrate the food grown in our country and the farmers who provide it for us to enjoy. read more

Bad weather conditions can sometimes affect the growth of crops. read more

Local potato varieties in Moldova are becoming increasingly rare, and traditional Moldovan breeds may disappear entirely. Most potatoes currently cultivated in the country originate from the Netherlands or Germany. Even varieties sold with labels claiming to be "original Moldovan" are of foreign origin. read more

Kakis, citrus fruits, and potatoes, three flagship products of the Valencia region, saw their seasons affected by the flood disaster of October last year. However, this season is being approached with greater optimism. Frutomás Export, one of the most prominent specialized companies in the region, is celebrating. read more

Apofruit presents the results of the spring clearance sale 2025, which includes strawberries, asparagus, new potatoes, small fruits, and vegetables. The contribution of premium varieties and organic productions continues to be crucial. read more

From January to July 2025, Azerbaijan exported 70,830 tonnes of potatoes, valued at USD 28.1 million, according to the State Statistics Committee. Compared to the same period in 2024, exports grew by 47% in volume and 37% in value. The main export destination was Russia, receiving 59,376 tonnes valued at USD 22.7 million, which represents a 40% increase. read more

Nice-looking potatoes practically sell themselves. But how can you achieve that? Tolsma-Grisnich has the expertise in this area. This Dutch company has been specializing in storage and processing solutions for potatoes, onions, and carrots for many years. "Intelligent sorting can significantly impact the overall profitability," says Sales & Marketing Manager. read more

In addition to Portuguese sweet potatoes, The Plant Based Traders have been selling white young drinking coconuts with the Easy-to-Open system for two years under the Goconutty brand. Their newest innovation is Pink Coconut Water. "No one else in the market has this," says Helien Verhagen. read more