Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie (NAO)

Company Description

The Nederlandse Aardappel Organisatie (NAO; Dutch Potato Organisation) represents the interests of the Dutch potato sector, including the seed potato industry, the table potato industry and the sector producing potatoes for processing.

Product Types offered by this company

- Industry Associations

News for this Company

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.

May 31, 2026

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.

April 23, 2026

Aardappeldemodag starts planting for 2026 event with HZPC Libra variety

Aardappeldemodag has started planting activities for Aardappeldemodag 2026, with 2.5 hectares of the potato variety Libra planted last week.

April 19, 2026

Dutch potato sector backs National Potato Week as open market faces pressure

Zoetermeer - The Dutch Potato Organisation welcomes the National Potato Week initiative, organised by No Waste Army. Additional attention for potatoes fits with the sector's ambitions to stimulate consumption and reduce food waste.

Knowledge and innovation take center stage at Potato Demo Day 2026 — bringing the potato community together to learn, share, and grow.

November 09, 2025

Potato Demo Day 2026 in Westmaas: A Hub for Meeting, Learning, and Innovation in the Potato Industry

Potato Demo Day 2026 will be held on 2 September 2026 in Westmaas, focusing on knowledge sharing, innovation, and networking. New highlights include the Startup Square and live demos, alongside key programs like the Young Farmers Program and Knowledge Barn.