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High potato production in West Bengal leads to price decline, storage shortages, and increased wastage
april 30, 2026
Potato surplus in West Bengal triggers price crash and large-scale wastage
The bumper potato harvest in West Bengal's Singur has led to a price crash and large-scale wastage. On the ground, heaps of potatoes are lying in the open, with produce rotting and farmers dumping stock.
Potatoes in the market
april 28, 2026
Brazil: rising prices in the markets and investment in infrastructure
Rising wholesale prices, climate and phytosanitary challenges in the field, and a growing focus on irrigation, market intelligence, and sector coordination to sustain profitability.
Belpotato advises Belgian potato growers to base contract decisions on realistic production costs per tonne and to carefully assess contract terms and acreage planning as market conditions remain challenging
april 25, 2026
Belpotato.be urges growers to calculate true costs and carefully review potato delivery contracts amid market pressure
Belpotato.be has issued a press release outlining key points of attention for potato growers when concluding delivery contracts, as the sector continues to face pressure from challenging market conditions.
Taiwan enforces strict inspection and processing rules
april 23, 2026
Taiwan strengthens inspection rules for imported US processing potatoes
Taiwan says imported processing potatoes must meet the same quarantine standards as domestic supply, with any tubers showing sprouting, rot or mold required to be removed and destroyed, according to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency.
Farmers harvesting potatoes in Munshiganj, Bangladesh
april 23, 2026
Bumper Potato Harvest in Munshiganj, Bangladesh Boosts Production Beyond Targets
A bumper potato harvest in the district this season has brought relief and optimism to farmers, as favorable weather and the absence of pest attacks led to higher-than-expected production.
El sector español de la patata reduce superficie y semilla para reequilibrar el mercado tras los excedentes de 2025
april 21, 2026
España: reducción del área destinada a la patata
Diversos factores, tanto económicos, productivos, como del orden del comercio internacional contribuyen a una recalibración del sector de la patata local.
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Flemish growers store surplus potatoes on fields, as warehouses remain full and Belgium’s free-market prices fall to zero
april 20, 2026
Gezamenlijke grondstoffenverklaring maakt het voor Vlaamse telers mogelijk overtollige aardappelen op het land uit te rijden
Telers die hun overtollige aardappelen nergens meer kunnen verkopen, hebben nu de mogelijkheid om hun aardappelen via een grondstoffenverklaring op hun percelen uit te rijden.
Fresh potatoes
april 19, 2026
De Nederlandse aardappelsector steunt de Nationale Aardappelweek, nu de open markt onder druk staat
De Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie steunt de Nationale Aardappelweek van No Waste Army. Extra aandacht voor aardappelen sluit aan bij de ambitie van de sector om consumptie te stimuleren en voedselverspilling tegen te gaan.
Pakistan resumes potato exports to Russia after lifting of phytosanitary restrictions, supporting growers and stabilizing surplus supply
april 15, 2026
Russia Lifts Import Ban on Pakistani Potatoes, Reopening Trade from Punjab
Russia has lifted its ban on importing potatoes from Pakistan, allowing shipments from Punjab to enter the Russian Federation, effective April 8.
World Potato Congress announces the launch of Global Potato Thematic Working Groups ahead of the 2026 Congress in Kenya, bringing together international experts to strengthen collaboration across research, sustainability, seed systems, aeroponics, and marketing.
april 15, 2026
World Potato Congress Launches Global Potato Thematic Working Groups to Strengthen Collaboration
For over three decades, starting in the early 1990’s, the World Potato Congress Inc. has made its way around the globe, providing an avenue for networking and educational opportunities focused on all thing’s potato.
Fresh potatoes in the market
april 14, 2026
Brasil: precios suben tras Semana Santa
Luego de las vacaciones y los movimientos del turismo, los precios de la papa en los principales mercados de Brasil ha visto un aumento considerable.
Potatoes in the field
april 14, 2026
México: fin de cosecha en Sinaloa con resultados regulares
Con un 90% del area ya cosechada, la campaña en el norte de Sinaloa esta llegando a su fin. El balance es regular-malo, ya que ni los rendimientos, ni los precios, ni la sanidad han estado del lado del productor.
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