Deutscher Kartoffelhandelsverband e. V. (DKHV)

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Company Description

Deutscher Kartoffelhandelsverband e. V. (DKHV) is an association of the German potato traders

Product Types offered by this company

- Industry Associations

News for this Company

Mascots of “Kids an die Knolle” welcome schools to the 2026 season, with one character signaling a fresh start and the other giving encouragement — together inspiring children to plant, grow, and explore the world of potatoes through hands-on learning.

December 02, 2025

Kids an die Knolle 2026 – Registration Opens for German School Garden Potato Program

The DKHV is relaunching the 'Kids an die Knolle' school garden program in 2026, inviting teachers and educators to register and receive 5 kg of free seed potatoes for hands-on learning. Schools can register until 15 February 2026.

(LR) Johannes Bliestle Chairman of BVEO , Silvia Breher, Parliamentary State Secretary at BMLEH, Thomas Herkenrath, President of DKHV, Olaf Feuerborn Chairman of UNIKA.

November 10, 2025

Specialty Crops Under Pressure: First Parliamentary Evening Calls for Reliable Framework Conditions

Plant protection, bureaucracy, and production costs – these are just some of the issues currently weighing heavily on Germany’s specialty crop sector.

Delegates, industry representatives, and the German Potato Queens gathered at the 72nd Potato Autumn Exchange in Hamburg.

September 25, 2025

Potato Autumn Exchange 2025: Record Harvest and Transport Challenges Dominate German Potato Trade Talks

The 72nd Potato Autumn Exchange in Hamburg tackled rising transport costs, CO₂ pricing, and logistics challenges amid Europe’s record potato harvest. Leaders discussed solutions like digital tools and alternative drives to boost supply chain efficiency.

Small group 1 during the practical part of the ‘Potato Specialist’ training course with Max Schümann (left) and Ariane Weiß (right)

July 02, 2025

DKHV Kicks Off 'Potato Specialist' Training: Theory Meets Practice in Lüneburg, Germany

The DKHV launched its 'Potato Specialist' training in Lüneburg Heath. Over 3 days, 46 participants explored potato botany, cultivation, plant protection, and quality standards through expert lectures and hands-on sessions. Next module is in autumn.