Potatoes

Ghana is ready to capitalize on the high demand for sweet potatoes next year, as a result of a notable expansion in acreage, the introduction of European-popular varieties, and ongoing marketing initiatives. This was announced by Felix Kamassah, CEO of Maphlix Trust Ghana. read more

Thanksgiving is the season of comfort food, and sweet potatoes are taking center stage, thanks to Bako Sweet® and their array of holiday-inspired recipes and retail solutions. From traditional Sweet Potato Casserole to twists like Apple Pie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes and Parmesan Crusted Sweet Potatoes. read more

Maatschap Schuiling, led by brothers Wietze and Gosse, is an agricultural family business specializing in seed potatoes. What started with their grandfather after the war has evolved into a versatile company that provides tailor-made solutions to clients such as Agrico and exporters. The emphasis on customized orders and... read more

Dwa znaczące kanadyjskie podmioty, McCain Foods Ltd. i Cavendish Farms Corp., zostały wplątane w pozew złożony w federalnym sądzie w Chicago. Pozew ten został zainicjowany przez firmę Redner's Markets Inc., sieć sklepów spożywczych z siedzibą w Pensylwanii, i zarzuca tym firmom, obok amerykańskich read more

Egypt's food exports saw an increase, reaching 162,000 tons in the week ending November 22, which is a 15.7 percent rise from the previous week, as stated in a report by the Cabinet. This figure includes a wide variety of over 680 types of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other food products. read more

The supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina, the state responsible for two thirds of U.S. sweet potato production, was not optimal due to uncontrollable environmental factors. "Yields are down about 50 percent and packouts are well below historical averages," says Norman Brown. read more

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has pointed out the challenges in the supply of essential vegetables such as potatoes and onions in Bengal, stating that the increasing prices are due to exports surpassing the state's demand. The state's government has promised to closely monitor the export of these goods to ensure an adequate local supply. read more

Organic fresh produce in India, especially fruits and vegetables, has seen significant growth within the broader organic agriculture sector. According to a report from 2024 on India's organic market, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes are the top organic vegetables, with each contributing 15% of sales. read more

The long-term average for the years 2018/2023 is exceeded by nearly a quarter (+7 t per hectare or +22%). The total harvest amount in this crop year is around 50,700 tons of potatoes. Compared to the previous year, 2,500 tons or 5% more potatoes were harvested. read more

The Customs Subcommittee of the Russian Federation's government is considering introducing import duty exemptions for a range of vegetables, according to a statement from the Ministry of Economic Development. "The matter of implementing exemptions for the import of potatoes, onions, carrots, read more

The Greek potato harvest season is approaching an unusually early end. According to Mr. Iosif Kokkinidis, a representative of the Producers' Organization Agroteam Perithori from Nevrokopi, the main potato-growing region in Greece, the season will conclude two months earlier than usual. "Typically, potatoes are harvested until late in the year, but this year's season will be shorter," he said. read more

To jest ważna wiadomość dla firmy Champ'Pom, specjalizującej się w pakowaniu i handlu ziemniakami. "W tym roku planujemy spakować 8000 ton ziemniaków, dlatego instalujemy drugą linię pakowania" - tłumaczy Guillaume Liesch, dyrektor ds. sprzedaży w Champ'Pom. W rezultacie, Champ'Pom wzrośnie z read more

A new R&D project has been launched by Fera Science to advance on-farm control of spraing in potatoes. read more

Below is an addition to the previous information on international potato trade in the 2023/2023 season. This time we show where Polish potatoes mainly went in that season and from which countries the largest import of these vegetables came to us. We also compare the volumes and value of exports and imports of these vegetables. read more

Traditionally, after the completion of the harvest and storage, there is an initial interim assessment of potato yields. "There are plenty of regular table potatoes to meet the demand," reports Volker Reuter from the potato wholesaler Reuter & HEKA, which has locations in Gelsenkirchen and. read more