Potatoes

A change in the weather is expected to increase home consumption of potatoes. Consumption has been weak so far this year, partly due to hot weather. The upcoming bank holiday weekend is also expected to boost demand in the food service sector. Recent rainfall has... read more

Uganda has restored direct air connections with the United Kingdom, ending nearly a decade without such links, reports FPC. The route, which began operations in May 2025, provides dedicated cargo capacity for exporting fresh produce such as bananas, avocados, chillies, fine beans, and sweet potatoes. read more

Avocado exports were the highest at around 100 million US dollars, followed by table grapes at 92 million US dollars, mangoes at 85 million US dollars, cocoa beans at 70 million US dollars, and frozen potatoes at 40 million US dollars. read more

Shaping history, nurturing the future is the focus of the International Potato Day, which will be celebrated for the second consecutive year on May 30th: the theme acknowledges the deep historical and cultural significance of potatoes and their evolving role in current systems. read more

A research paper from the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences deals with the possibility of plasma treatment in post-harvest processing to extend the shelf life of certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

Against the background that the poultry froghopper transmits bacterial diseases, the BVL had already granted emergency authorizations for sugar beets and potatoes in March and April 2025, as reported by QS citing the BVL. read more

Las importaciones de frutas y verduras frescas de España en el primer trimestre del año crecieron un 10% en volumen y un 15% en valor en comparación con el mismo período en 2024, totalizando 1,2 millones de toneladas y 1.442 millones de euros, respectivamente. Patatas, cebollas y tomates fueron las verduras más importadas en este período.

In the first quarter of the year, Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable imports increased by 10% in volume and 15% in value compared to the same period in 2024, totaling 1.2 million tons and 1,442 million euros, respectively. Potatoes, onions, and tomatoes were the most imported vegetables in this period. read more

Według Stowarzyszenia Rolników z Walencji (AVA-ASAJA), ceny oferowane producentom ziemniaków spadły o połowę w ciągu ostatnich trzech tygodni, do tego stopnia, że są teraz poniżej kosztów produkcji i generują straty. Organizacja rolnicza oskarża agentów, którzy są read more

The sandy soils of Malaga, Huelva, and the municipality of Guardamar in the province of Alicante are ideal for cultivating sweet potatoes. In Spain, regular potatoes are more popular, but in other countries like Italy and the United Kingdom, sweet potato consumption is also common. read more

Green Guild Group, a vegetable grower in the Kyiv region of Ukraine, specializes in cultivating the "borscht set" of potatoes, carrots, beets, and onions. This enterprise faced severe disruptions when located near Antonov airport, a major conflict zone during the full-scale conflict in February 2022. read more

Market participants in the UK potato sector are currently dealing with two main challenges: decreased demand for packing potatoes and the looming threat of a drought that could impact the crop yields for the 2025/26 Marketing Year if it occurs. The potato trade in the UK continues to be sluggish, with an abundance of supply and low demand. read more

Growers and shippers are still dealing with a limited supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina. "The crop quality remains high, and we may need to adjust specifications towards the end of the season to ensure we can manage the crop," says Josh Wright from 3 Star Produce. read more

At the present time, the fresh potato market can rely on a sufficiently good supply. In addition to domestic stored potatoes from the 2024 harvest, early potatoes from the eastern Mediterranean region currently dominate the assortment. The retail grocery sector read more

In North Iceland, the favorable spring weather has accelerated the potato planting process by almost three weeks. Areas like Skagafjörður and Húsavík have started planting earlier than usual. Kári Gunnarsson, an agricultural service representative, mentioned the early plowing in Skagafjörður last week. read more

A dry growing season led Jersey farmers to heavily invest in promoting Jersey Royals, but recent logistics complications have impacted their export plans. A key freight ship was redirected from its normal route, as DFDS directed it to Guernsey for the Muratti Vase, disrupting both freight and. read more

The plantings have been completed, and this year's season is very different from last year, when plantings were significantly delayed. Despite dry conditions, crops are looking healthy. Recent weather changes have influenced the consumption of potatoes and vegetables, with consumers naturally opting for salad instead. read more

Shoppers purchasing 7 kg bags of potatoes at over 1,400 Shoprite, Checkers, and Usave supermarket stores can now be part of history: these potatoes are now packaged in pockets that are fully recyclable at existing facilities, representing a significant advancement in waste management. read more

The potato industry in Nigeria, particularly in Plateau State, shows great potential but faces challenges due to low productivity, with average yields of less than seven tonnes per hectare. One of the main obstacles to enhancing productivity is the restricted availability of certified, high-quality seed potatoes. Many smallholder farmers in the region currently rely on traditional seeds, which hinders their ability to increase yields and improve the quality of their produce. read more

Martin Oudenes from My Roots & More finished the Egyptian sweet potato season in early April last year, but he continues to offer produce from Egypt. "Despite a slight decline in quality, the high prices allow us to deliver good quality produce. There have also been periods when prices were lower. read more

South Africa will participate in the global celebration of the United Nations' International Day of the Potato on May 30, with Potatoes South Africa (Potatoes SA) organizing events to raise awareness about the significance of potatoes in food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods. read more