Potatoes

Macfrut (with a 40% increase in turnover in 2024) is increasingly looking towards the Middle East and African markets. The presentation of the 42nd edition in Cairo, following previous editions in Doha, Riyadh, and Expo Dubai, confirms this trend. Egypt as an international partner, with the Lazio Region playing a leading role, focusing on potatoes. read more

Chiinese potato industry has become a crucial part of the country's agricultural sector, playing a key role in ensuring food security, promoting economic development, and tackling environmental sustainability issues. Being the most populous nation in the world, China faces read more

On September 3rd, Restrain Germany organized a webinar on the utilization of ethylene-based sprout inhibitors in potato storage. The webinar specifically highlighted the newly developed 'Precision Ethylene Treatment' (PET) technology, which is an enhanced method for controlling and sustaining the appropriate ethylene levels in potatoes. read more

The government's initiative to remove duties on imported onions and potatoes has not led to lower retail prices for these commodities in Bangladesh. Local onions are being sold for Tk 110-130 per kg, while imported onions, mainly from India, are priced between Tk 105-115 per kg. read more

The harvest in Belarus has begun, with 74,000 tons of potatoes already collected. According to Belta and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, farmers have started the extensive gathering of this essential crop, often referred to as the "second bread." Experts consider this year's harvest to be impressive. read more

Indian agricultural authorities are considering the option of exporting potatoes and pomegranates to the Russian market. The matter was discussed in a video conference on September 6 between Russia's Rosselkhoznadzor and India's relevant authorities. read more

Bellevue sweet potato is the most popular fresh market variety, grown in many key production areas in Europe. Pat Fitzgerald from Nativaland highlights several advantages that contribute to its appeal. "High yield and a consistently shaped root result in a high percentage of quality product." read more

While HDC Lamotte is finishing up its apricot campaign in the Drôme department, the company, known for its Delicatesse potatoes, is now shifting its focus to the pear season. This strategic diversification was started 6 years ago and now amounts to a volume of 200 tons in its third year. read more

Yam is a tropical tuber similar to sweet potatoes, grown and exported on a massive scale from West African countries. Nigeria dominates worldwide production with 70%, while Ghana contributes 10%. However, Ghana is the world's largest exporter of this commodity crop. Felix Kamassah, CEO of read more

By the 15th of September, almost all the red and white onions from the fields of Thiva will have been harvested. This marks the conclusion of the current season for the biggest onion-producing area in Greece. Mr. Charalampos Anifantis, the sales director of Anifantis Farm, a company located in... read more

The Director of the Institute of Potato Research, Mykola Furdyha, stated during a conference that the cultivation of potatoes by farms and industrial enterprises in Ukraine decreased by 36% in the first year of the full-scale war compared to pre-war levels, and the situation continues to worsen. read more

Europatat warmly welcomes Omnivent, an international specialist in consulting, designing, manufacturing, and installing modern ventilation and cooling equipment for storing potatoes and other crops like onions and carrots. The Omnivent group is currently active in over 60 countries. read more

VegDog has launched "VEGDOG POPS," a new low-calorie dog snack made from potatoes. Originally included in the VegDog Advent calendar in 2023, the favorable reviews resulted in its permanent inclusion in the product range. Each piece contains less than 1 calorie, making it a perfect training treat for dogs. read more

In Sila, the season of IGP potatoes and sweet potatoes is about to begin, and there is a lot of optimism for the start of the season. We discuss this with Albino Carli, director of the O.P. Consorzio Produttori Patate Associati Soc. Coop. Agricola, the main commercial reference for potatoes. read more

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) of Bangladesh has implemented a reduction in import taxes on onions, potatoes, and pesticides to stabilize their market prices. This fiscal adjustment, as outlined in a recent press release, will be in effect until November 30, 2024. read more

"We are ready to start harvesting PGI potatoes from Sila, which will continue until mid-November. The early start is a result of a dry winter and a mild spring without any extreme weather conditions, allowing the planting to begin a few days earlier than usual. The warm temperatures in late spring" read more

The Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission (BTTC) has proposed to the government a reduction in tariffs on onions, potatoes, and eggs to enhance the availability of these critical food items through imports. The BTTC has recommended the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to eliminate the import restrictions. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has revealed that Iran's potato exports reached a value of $52 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21). Potatoes were the fifth most exported product during this period. read more

Potatoes prices in the Polish wholesale market continue to be under pressure for a decrease. However, despite this, the current situation in the market for these vegetables has slightly improved compared to previous seasons. What factors have contributed to this improvement? read more

This week, Ukrainian vegetable prices have experienced significant hikes, especially for cucumbers and potatoes. Greenhouse cucumbers are now priced between $0.97-$1.45/kg, marking a 14% increase from the previous week. The rise in prices is a result of a reduced supply of both greenhouse and field-grown cucumbers, as demand remains high. read more