The premium retailer M&S has transferred more than 20 vegetable staples to its ‘Remarkable Value’ and ‘Dropped and Locked’ ranges, reducing the prices of 19 products such as chestnut mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and leeks. read more

As of April 2026, the Mediterranean agricultural basin is operating under a regime of high-cost volatility and aggressive state intervention. The region remains the linchpin of the European fresh produce supply chain, yet the strategic landscape is defined by a widening chasm between domestic price stabilization and export-driven growth. read more

The date of Fresh Market 2026 has been officially confirmed. read more

Social media and digital food trends are influencing the popularity of potatoes, as reported by Bord Bia. Online content showcasing dishes like loaded jacket potatoes and cheese-stuffed sweet potatoes has played a role in raising their visibility. Bord Bia references research showing that younger consumers are particularly influenced by these trends. read more

The Taiwan Agricultural Research Institute, a part of the Ministry of Agriculture, has conducted tests on biodegradable plastic films for sweet potato cultivation in order to tackle yield limitations caused by climate conditions. Sweet potatoes in Taiwan are often affected by drought and low temperatures during the autumn season. read more

Egypt has firmly established itself as the dominant player in Germany’s sweet potato market, surpassing traditional suppliers including the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands, according to EastFruit. Germany imported 16,100 tons of Egyptian sweet potatoes in 2025, valued at more. read more

According to EastFruit, Egypt has strengthened its presence in the German sweet potato import market, surpassing competitors like the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands. In 2025, Germany imported 16,100 tons of sweet potatoes from Egypt, amounting to over €18 million (US$19.4 million). read more

The supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina is becoming increasingly limited. This is due to a smaller crop in 2024, which was impacted by tropical storms that season. "Many of us had to use sweet potatoes from the 2025 crop to meet orders and recover from the shortage caused by the 2024 crop." read more

Elea Technology GmbH is pleased to introduce the newest product in its PEF Advantage system lineup: the Elea PEF Advantage C 2000-600. This system features a treatment channel of 600 × 600 mm and is specifically designed for the industrial processing of large-caliber crops like sugar beet, sugar cane, potatoes, and sweet potatoes. read more

The European Commission has approved the requested increases in unitary aid for local agricultural production under the POSEI program by the Government of the Canary Islands. These changes have been incorporated into the POSEI 2026 program. The program allocates €243.96 million (US$263.48 million) for the year 2026. read more

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The Bonicoop project, led by the Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research in partnership with La Unió Llauradora i Ramadera and Semilleros Cucala Agrícola S.L., is progressing in the development of a comprehensive model for sustainable and competitive sweet potato production. read more

Four Seasons Fruit Supply is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. "We started as a specialist in citrus, grapes, and exotics, and we continue to focus on these products today," says Medhat Samir. "Our exotic range includes sweet potatoes, avocados, mangoes, limes, ginger, and pomegranates." read more

Ceny batatów osiągają historyczne maksima w tym miesiącu w USA. "W zeszłym roku, mimo bardzo niskiego plonu, ceny pozostały wciąż bardzo rozsądne. Wygląda na to, że w tym roku mamy do czynienia z inną sytuacją" - mówi Harris S. Cutler z Race-West Company, Inc. "Popyt jest tak duży" read more

Przewiduje się, że dostawy słodkich ziemniaków z Północnej Karoliny przebiegną bez problemów z kolejnego na kolejny sezon. „Jesteśmy w dobrym miejscu, ale nie w doskonałym” - mówi Josh Wright z firmy 3 Star Produce. „Jednakże, dzięki późniejszemu wejściu na rynek eksportowy, zapasy zostały na tyle utrzymane, że nie odczuwamy ogromnych...” read more

The supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina has been steady this season. While yields have increased compared to the 2024 season, they are still lower than historical averages. "After facing difficult conditions in 2024, weather patterns once again posed challenges during the 2025 growing season. read more

Wouw Agro, located in the Netherlands, has recently implemented a new packing line for sweet potatoes, significantly increasing its processing capacity. The company, originally focused on growing and washing potatoes and onions, has now evolved into a complete service provider in the potato and onion supply chain, covering everything from cultivation and washing to... read more

The Greek sweet potato trading season is progressing smoothly, despite facing a harvest delay. "In Ilia, one of the two sweet potato growing regions in Greece, we completed the harvest one month later than usual. Normally, the harvest finishes in early October, but due to persistent read more

The sweet potato, which originates from the sandy soils of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, has extended its presence across Spain as demand grows. Fresh consumption has risen from just over 4 kilograms per person per year to about 6 kilograms. This change is partly attributed to the fact that many consumers now prefer it over other vegetables. read more

The global potato industry is mourning the loss of Dr. Hubert Zandstra, who served as the Director General of the International Potato Center from 1991 to 2005. Under his leadership, CIP broadened its focus from potato research to also include sweet potatoes, Andean roots and tubers, and natural resource management. read more