News on Potato Stats, Trade, Prices

Ukraine imported 123,140 t of potatoes in Jan–Oct 2025, up 5.1 times, worth USD 66M, mainly from Poland, Egypt and the Netherlands. Exports fell 13.4% to 2,140 t, though earnings rose slightly. In October, imports dropped sharply while exports grew.

Simplot plans to expand potato production in Mendoza, meeting officials to address energy shortages affecting farms. While exploring costly potato transport from Buenos Aires, the company aims to boost output, develop 1,800 ha in Pareditas, and grow a local potato cluster.

Los precios de la papa tipo ágata subieron en los principales mayoristas debido a lluvias y baja oferta, pero esta mejora puntual ocurre en un año especialmente difícil para los productores brasileños, marcado por costos elevados, inestabilidad climática, sobreoferta e importaciones que han deprimido la rentabilidad del sector.

Gracias a la fuerte inversión internacional y el desarrollo industrial la provincia se ha posicionado como un polo papero fuertísimo.

Poland exported a record 107,540 tonnes of potatoes from January to August 2025, supplying 31 countries. Ukraine led with 57,110 tonnes, followed by Romania, Moldova, Belarus, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Latvia, Spain, and the UK.

Pakistan and KOICA discussed a feasibility study for a Seed Potato Production Centre at PARC, Islamabad. The project aims to cut seed imports, boost yields with Korean tech like aeroponics, and supply virus-free certified seed to over 100,000 farmers.

Senegal’s MASAE received containers with seed potatoes at Dakar Port for the 2025–2026 campaign, marking progress toward food sovereignty with 20,000+ tons of seeds and 7.3 billion FCFA (EUR 11.13 million) in state support.

A un mes de iniciada la siembra, el desarrollo del cultivo es muy favorable y las expectativas productivas muy buenas. Sin embargo, los precios podrían no acompañar la campaña y eso preocupa al sector.

La Asociación Brasileña de Comercio de Semillas y Plántulas se reunió con representantes de la Embajada y el Consulado de los Países Bajos para fortalecer la cooperación técnica y regulatoria en semillas de papa, presentar avances en el sector y avanzar en la armonización de requisitos fitosanitarios entre ambos países.

Kazakhstan may reintroduce potato export limits as shipments near the 500–600K-tonne threshold set to protect domestic supply. Authorities say high regional demand drove price spikes earlier, but current stocks and prices have now stabilised.

Egyptian sweet potatoes are gaining ground in Europe as demand rises. Short transit times, lower costs, and better storage boost supply. Dutch production struggles with low yields, while growing consumer interest and ready-to-eat trends drive market growth.

El sector papero colombiano atraviesa una crisis de rentabilidad marcada por precios bajos, clima incierto y falta de planificación, lo que obliga a replantear la producción para evitar pérdidas y asegurar el futuro del cultivo.

Nepal’s First Choice Foods has begun exporting its “Himalayan Crisp” and “Hamro Fries” French fries to the United States marking a stunning milestone for the country’s food industry.

Around 65 participants, ranging from growers and traders to processors, joined today’s German-language RUCIP Webinar 2025 to learn about the latest updates to the European trade rules for potatoes (RUCIP) and their practical implementation in Germany.

Bangladesh faces a potato surplus as industrial use remains limited. Only 3–4% of production is processed, leaving farmers with losses of BDT 10–15/kg. Experts urge investment in processing, storage, and diversification to boost farmer income.

Just ten years ago, 66% of the potato chips consumed in Latin America were imported from Europe; the remaining 34% came from local factories. Today, the ratio has reversed: 66% are produced in the region and only a third arrive from overseas.

Pakistan’s potato production surged past official projections in the 2024–25 season, reaching 9.9 million tons 44.7 percent higher than the Federal Committee on Agriculture (FCA) target of 6.8 million tons, according to official data.

APEDA & Media Today held the Potato Stakeholders Meet to boost India’s potato exports. Led by APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev, leaders discussed export growth, quality, value addition & policy support. Global Potato Summit 2025 to showcase Indian Potato Power.