Potatoes

FP Coetzee of PotatoesSA has stated that over the past three weeks, there has been a slight increase in potato prices, indicating a potential strengthening in the market but not yet reaching a comfortable level. The quality and marketability of the crop could be influenced by the summer rainfall. read more

Biznes był dość cichy we wszystkich obszarach. Jesienne święta ograniczyły opcje zakwaterowania w niektórych miejscach. Niemniej jednak, ceny pozostały stabilne ogólnie według niemieckiego BLE. W Monachium, zakres cen dla rodzimych ziemniaków Annabelle rozszerzył się w obie strony, przy pochodzeniu. read more

Some key trends and talking points in the British potato sector at the moment include:

1. Sustainability: There is a growing focus on sustainable practices within the potato industry, including reduced chemical usage, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.

2. Brexit implications: The impact of Brexit on the potato sector, including changes in trade agreements, regulations, and access to seasonal labor, is a significant topic of discussion.

3. Consumer demand: Changing consumer preferences, such as an increased interest in locally sourced and organic potatoes, are driving innovation and marketing strategies within the sector.

4. Technology adoption: The use of technology in potato farming, such as precision agriculture, drones, and data analytics, is becoming more prevalent to optimize crop yields and efficiency.

5. Climate change resilience: As climate change poses challenges to potato production, discussions around developing more resilient varieties and farming practices are taking place in the industry.

6. Food waste reduction: Efforts to minimize food waste, including improving storage techniques and developing value-added products from surplus potatoes, are important considerations for the sector.

These trends and talking points are shaping the current landscape of the British potato sector and influencing decision-making within the industry. read more

The global potato industry is currently experiencing a rapid consolidation, with mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border investments reshaping supply chains from seed breeding to processing. In Europe, the Dutch company HZPC has acquired IPM Potato Group, which is the leading exporter of certified seed potatoes in Ireland. This move is part of the ongoing restructuring in the industry. read more

Europejskie i światowe rynki ziemniaków nadal pozostają pod presją, ponieważ produkcja, warunki pogodowe i trendy cenowe znacznie się różnią w różnych regionach. W Włoszech ceny spadły z powodu zwiększonej podaży francuskiej, podczas gdy Holandia nadal boryka się z niskim popytem i spowolnieniem w fabrykach. Francja raportuje wyjątkowe read more

In the usual in-depth analysis carried out by IFN in collaboration with the permanent Observatory YouGov Shopper, we analyze a historical and fundamental category for the fruit and vegetable department: potatoes. read more

Belgium exported nearly 500,000 tonnes of potatoes to the UK last year, mainly in frozen forms. As the leading potato exporter in Europe, Belgium now provides more than half of all imported processed potatoes in the UK, amounting to €820 million in 2024 alone. read more

Provisional crop yield estimates from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) indicate that gross yields for ware potatoes and seed onions in the Netherlands have reached their highest levels in 25 years in 2025. The gross yield for ware potatoes is expected to be almost 37% higher than in 2024. read more