Potatoes

Potato cultivation in Sa Pobla is facing challenges due to a nematode infestation, leading farmers to reconsider their investments. Nematodes are inhibiting the proper growth of potatoes, leading to smaller, unprofitable yields. Farmers are calling for authorities to approve the use of dichloropropene or sodium metabisulfite to combat this issue. read more

A specialist grower of green vegetables and potatoes is being invited to apply for a new farm business tenancy in Lincolnshire as part of a new opportunity from The Crown Estate. read more

Plantings are now complete in most areas, with only a few areas of heavier land remaining to be planted. The majority of planting has been finished. Consumption is as expected with the current warm weather. Conditions are very dry in most regions, and there is very little rain forecast for the upcoming days. read more

Bako Sweet is entering the West Coast Produce Show with strong momentum, surpassing others in the category in terms of both dollar and volume growth, as reported by Circana data. As the top sweet potato brand in the U.S. in terms of dollar sales, Bako Sweet is assisting retail partners in achieving Thanksgiving-level success. read more

The early potato season is currently in full swing. Due to weather conditions, there were difficulties with harvesting Cypriot potatoes in March and April. This was accompanied by night frosts at the end of February, which in some cases led to losses of up to 50 percent. Nevertheless, the read more

For years, patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) were advised to avoid potassium-rich foods such as potatoes, bananas, avocados, and tomatoes due to the risk of hyperkalemia—a potentially life-threatening condition caused by elevated blood potassium. However, emerging research challenges this advice. read more

The new potato season in Spain is currently halfway through and has been characterized by abundant rainfall, in contrast to the drought experienced in 2024. There are six weeks left for harvesting, with crops from Murcia, Valencia, and Seville being harvested. read more

PhytoAlert is an initiative from the biosector and was further developed on behalf of the Phytophthora Taskforce by Wageningen University & Research (WUR), with co-financing from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Nature (LVVN), the European Union. read more

Według EastFruit, w 2025 roku zarówno Rosja, jak i Białoruś borykają się z poważnymi zakłóceniami na rynkach ziemniaków, które są podstawowym produktem żywnościowym głęboko zakorzenionym w ich tożsamości kulturowej. Ceny są rekordowo wysokie i nadal rosną. Obydwaj dyktatorzy - Putin i Łukaszenka - są zaniepokojeni, ponieważ ziemniak był. read more

As reported by QS citing the BVL, the insecticide Novodor FC (active ingredient: Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies tenebrionis, strain NB 176) is allowed to be used for controlling Colorado potato beetles on potatoes. The emergency authorization for Novodor FC is limited to organic farming. read more

The Taste of Paris culinary festival is back this year, after being absent in 2024 due to the Olympic Games. Until May 11th, French gastronomy enthusiasts could wander through the aisles of the Nouveau Grand Palais to explore the contemporary French culinary scene, including restaurants, artisans, and producers. read more

An acute food crisis in Belarus has caused a shortage of potatoes, which are a staple in the national diet. Reports suggest a 10% price increase from January to March, with prices reaching 5 Belarusian rubles per kilogram (1.53 US$). Residents are struggling to find quality potatoes, as available stocks are dwindling. read more

Since October 2024, potato prices in Ukraine have remained relatively high. Although prices temporarily declined in April due to an oversupply and deteriorating quality in storage, they have started to rise again. The increase is especially noticeable in the segment of locally grown young potatoes. read more

The harvest of new Spanish potatoes for De Aardappelhoeve has recently begun. "The first shipments have left our Spanish growers for Belgium," says Bart Nemegheer of the Tielt-based potato company. "The quality looks very good, but due to an exceptionally wet spring, yields will be significantly read more

This year's marketing season for organic field vegetables is slowly coming to a close. Steffen reports that organic carrots for the fresh market are running out and will likely be available until the end of the month. The same situation applies to table potatoes from regional organic cultivation. read more

Konsumpcja pozostała niezmieniona w tym tygodniu. Trendy powinny poprawić się, ponieważ szkoły wróciły po przerwie wielkanocnej. Pod względem sadzenia, to był bardzo dobry rok. Wiele plantatorów zakończy sadzenie na północy wschodniej części kraju i w Donegalu do końca tego tygodnia. Warunki są bardzo dobre. read more

In 2024, Belarus became the top potato supplier to the Russian market, exporting almost 194,000 tonnes, as reported by Sputnik.by. Egypt came in second with 75,300 tonnes, earning $47.9 million in revenue, followed by China in third place with 46,700 tonnes, marking their debut in the top. read more

As reported by QS referring to the BVL, the insecticide containing the active ingredient cyantraniliprole may be applied against aphids as virus vectors on potatoes for seed production in open fields, beyond the existing authorization, under emergency authorization. read more

Batata doce is a root vegetable that has become increasingly popular in Europe. Pat Fitzgerald, CEO of NativaLand Ireland, notes that imports of sweet potatoes into the European Union are on the rise, with a growing emphasis on sourcing from Egypt and South Africa. read more

Last season, Castilla y León retained its position as the leading potato producer in Spain, with over 17,000 hectares planted out of nearly 70,000 hectares nationwide. Despite a 1.9% decrease in total potato acreage in Spain, Castilla y León experienced a 2% increase. Out of Spain's nearly two million tons of potatoes produced, Castilla y León contributed significantly to the overall output. read more