News on Potato Stats, Trade, Prices from Europe

Royal HZPC Group celebrates a record-breaking year, surpassing €500 million in global revenue and 1 million tons of seed potatoes traded, reflecting strong growth across all markets.
November 05, 2025
Royal HZPC Group Reports Strong 2024/25 Results, Expanding Global Reach in Seed Potato Trade
Royal HZPC Group posts a strong 2024/25: revenue €525 M (USD 603 M), tonnage 1 M+, net profit €17.1 M (USD 19.8 M). Growers get €10.90 (USD 12.5) dividend. New varieties excel in French‑fry, chips, export and fresh markets, with acreage expected to grow further.
Different potato varieties on display in a grocery store.
November 05, 2025
Mercado global de la patata
Mercados mundiales de papa bajo presión por exceso de oferta, clima y cuellos logísticos. Europa: producción abundante y precios bajos. Fuera: siembras tardías; valores bajos en Norteamérica, sobreoferta en Sudáfrica y dinamismo en Egipto y Pakistán.
Successful RUCIP 2025 webinar marks the launch of updated rules for inter-European potato trade.
October 20, 2025
Successful RUCIP 2025 Webinar Marks Launch of New Rules Simplifying Potato Trade Across Europe
The European RUCIP Committee held a webinar on October 17, 2025 to mark the launch of the RUCIP 2025 Rules, highlighting updates for simpler, faster, and fairer resolution of potato trade disputes across Europe.
Łukasz Ostrowicz of Bugaj reviews potato processing operations in Poland
October 16, 2025
Polish Potato Growers Reap Record Yields but Face Low Prices and Quality Concerns
Poland records its strongest potato harvest in years, surpassing 7.5 million tons. Favorable weather lifted yields, but growers face lower prices, quality challenges, and pressure for sustainable packaging solutions
Patatas recién cosechadas, en un remolque
October 07, 2025
España: comercialización catastrófica en Salamanca
'La patata de calidad se carga, pero la otra no se quiere' . El precio no cubre costos y hay dificultades con los contratos.
RUCIP launches updated Rules & Practices for the Inter-European Trade in Potatoes, effective 1 October 2025. A free webinar on 17 October 2025 at 09:00 CEST will guide stakeholders through the key changes and benefits of the new rules.
October 06, 2025
Webinar on updated RUCIP Potato Trade Rules Effective October 2025
Updated RUCIP Rules have taken effect on October 1 2025, modernizing potato trade in Europe with clearer structure, digital processes, and improved dispute resolution. Learn key changes in a free webinar on 17 Oct 2025, 09:00 CEST.
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Royal HZPC Group to Acquire Ireland’s IPM Potato Group, Expanding Global Seed Potato Reach
October 05, 2025
Royal HZPC Group Acquires IPM Potato Group to Strengthen Global Seed Potato Leadership
Royal HZPC Group plans to acquire Ireland-based IPM Potato Group, a leading seed potato breeder and exporter, boosting HZPC’s UK and global presence.
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.
ASAJA Segovia denuncia hundimiento de precios de la patata para agricultores
September 23, 2025
España: precios bajos para los agricultores
Los supermercados se benefician mientras que los agricultores no alcanzan a cubrir sus costos. El malestar del sector es grande.
Europe’s Place in a Changing Potato World discussed at Potato Europe 2025
September 22, 2025
Potato Europe 2025: A challenging but resilient future for potato trade
On August 27, 2025, industry leaders met in the Netherlands for the conference Europe’s Place in a Changing Potato World, co-organised by Potato Europe, Europatat and World Potato Markets during Potato Europe 2025.
Global demand for frozen potato products is driving rapid expansion of processing plants in developing countries, reshaping international trade.
September 11, 2025
Global Frozen Potato Market Booms as Developing Countries Boost Production and Exports
Developing countries like China and India are expanding potato processing, shifting from importers to exporters. Global frozen potato trade rose from USD 7.7B to USD 13.2B (2019–2024), with demand and per-capita consumption growing worldwide.
En 2025 la superficie de patata en Europa creció en 55.000 ha, aunque el verano desigual podría afectar los rendimientos
September 03, 2025
Europa: un año complejo para el sector de la patata
La campaña europea de patata 2025 arranca con mercados saturados, precios en mínimos históricos y una industria debilitada, lo que pone en riesgo la sostenibilidad del sector y exige priorizar calidad, cumplimiento de contratos y cooperación en toda la cadena.
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August 27, 2025
España: cosecha en Cartagena no alcanza a cubrir los costos
Los agricultores del Campo de Cartagena enfrentan precios de 10 a 15 céntimos por kilo, muy por debajo de los costes de producción, lo que amenaza la viabilidad del cultivo de papa.
Seed potato production area in six major EU countries from 2017 to 2025, highlighting a total of 106,864 ha in 2025, with Netherlands, France, and Germany accounting for 80%.
August 25, 2025
Seed Potato Areas in Western Europe Surge 9.5% in 2025, Driven by Processing and Export Varieties
Seed potato areas in Western Europe reached 106,864 ha in 2025, up 9,297 ha (+9.53%) from 2024. Netherlands, France and Germany account for 80%. Growth is led by processing and export varieties, confirming their strategic role.
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August 13, 2025
España: Patatas Melendez y su crecimiento de 12%
La empresa facturó 140 millones de euros en 2024, consolidando su liderazgo en el sector de la patata fresca. La empresa refuerza su modelo de cercanía con el campo, la sostenibilidad y la innovación para garantizar calidad, empleo y crecimiento rentable.
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August 13, 2025
España: Castilla y León con buenas perspectivas
Casi 20 mil hectáreas sembradas y una calidad que se perfila muy bien. Solo la coincidencia de cosechas podría complicar la ecuación y complicar el mercado.
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July 30, 2025
Europa: sobre-oferta en los mercados de prefritas congeladas
Entusiasmo a la hora de la siembra combinado con una desaceleración en las ventas de las papas prefritas congeladas en los mercados globales, pone a Europa en una posición delicada.
Russian Researchers Develop Method to Grow Potatoes at Home
July 17, 2025
Russian Researchers Unveil Easy Home Potato Growing Method Amid Soaring Prices
Russian researchers unveil a new, low-cost method to grow potatoes at home, addressing rising prices and shortages. The innovation enables indoor cultivation without special equipment, offering a timely solution to the nation's potato crisis.

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