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A warming climate is placing potato production under increasing pressure, with rising temperatures, drought, and extreme weather threatening yields, quality, and global food security.
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Accelerating Global Warming Could Reshape the Future of Global Potato Production
Global warming is accelerating, threatening potato production through heat, drought, pests, and storage challenges. Climate-smart farming, resilient varieties, and improved irrigation are essential to protect future yields and quality.
Washington potato growers inspect freshly harvested potatoes as the industry faces growing export competition from China, leading to declining sales across key Pacific Rim markets.
augustus 05, 2026
Pacific Northwest Potato Growers Face Rising Competition from China as Exports Decline
Washington potato exports have dropped about 10% as China expands production and exports across Pacific Rim markets. Industry leaders say China's lower costs and investment in potato research are increasing pressure on U.S. growers.
Potato crops in the Netherlands as growers and industry partners support the Outline Crop Protection Covenant to advance sustainable agriculture.
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Nederlandse telers en NAO steunen Convenant Gewasbescherming voor een duurzamere aardappel- en plantaardige sector
Nederlandse telers en de Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie (NAO) steunen het Hoofdlijnenconvenant Gewasbescherming om de milieubelasting te verminderen, de waterkwaliteit te verbeteren en innovatie te stimuleren, terwijl rechtszekerheid en een duurzame aardappelproductie worden bevorderd.
GB Potatoes and Branston to Host Low-Carbon Farming Event as Industry Gains Stronger Voice in UK Horticulture Policy
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GB Potatoes and Branston to Host Low-Carbon Farming Event as UK Potato Sector Gains Stronger Voice in Government Policy
GB Potatoes and Branston will host a low-carbon farming event in Lincolnshire on 28 July, while GB Potatoes joins Defra’s Expert Growers Group. The industry also awaits updates on UK-EU seed potato trade and the new Farming Roadmap.
El I International Symposium of Potato reunirá a más de 400 profesionales en Madrid el 5 de octubre de 2026 para debatir sobre sostenibilidad, innovación y el futuro de la cadena de valor de la patata.
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España: primer simposio internacional de la patata durante la feria Fruit Attraction
El I International Symposium of Potato reunirá el 5 de octubre de 2026 en IFEMA Madrid a más de 400 profesionales del sector para debatir sobre producción sostenible, innovación, consumo y el papel estratégico de la patata en Europa y el mercado global.
EUPPA members gathered in Brussels for committee meetings and a visit to the European Parliament to discuss policy developments affecting the potato processing sector.
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EUPPA members discuss policy priorities during committee meetings in Brussels
EUPPA members met in Brussels on June 9–10, 2026, to discuss food safety, agriculture, sustainability and policy developments affecting the potato processing sector. The programme also included a visit to the European Parliament.
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Dutch potato sector representatives and policymakers meet at Nieuwspoort in The Hague during International Potato Day discussions on food security, innovation, and the future resilience of the potato value chain.
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Dutch Potato Sector Calls for Stronger Cooperation and Policy Support on International Potato Day
The Dutch potato sector used International Potato Day to highlight its role in global food security, innovation, and economic growth. Industry leaders and policymakers emphasized cooperation, sustainability, and support to maintain global leadership.
Scott Walker, CEO of GB Potatoes, warns that rising costs, market volatility and years of cumulative pressures are testing the resilience of the UK potato sector, while innovation and collaboration offer a pathway to long-term sustainability.
mei 31, 2026
UK Potato Industry Faces Mounting Pressure as Rising Costs and Market Uncertainty Threaten Grower Confidence
UK potato farmers face rising costs, weak prices, labour shortages and climate shocks after years of disruption. Profitability is under pressure, risking sector decline. Innovation, policy support and collaboration are key to future resilience.
Christophe Hansen speaks during a press briefing in Brussels as the European Commission announces its Fertiliser Action Plan to strengthen Europe’s food security, support farmers, and expand sustainable fertiliser production.
mei 29, 2026
European Commission Adopts Fertiliser Action Plan to Safeguard Food Security and Support Farmers
The European Commission launched a Fertiliser Action Plan to support farmers, strengthen EU fertiliser production, reduce import dependency, boost food security, and accelerate sustainable, bio-based solutions.
Maleuta Mahao, a young potato farmer from Semonkong, Lesotho
mei 19, 2026
May 30, 2026 is the International Day of Potato. This year's theme: 'Where Potatoes Grow, Livelihoods Flourish'
FAO announced International Day of Potato 2026 theme 'Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish', highlighting role of potatoes in food security and farmer livelihoods. Focus on smallholders, resilient value chains, climate and pest challenges.
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Royal HZPC Group expects lower revenue and EBITDA for 2025/2026 as global potato markets face oversupply, price pressure and weaker demand despite continued growth in seed potato volumes.
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