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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.
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.
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
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. Sponsored Content
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.






