News on The Potato Supply Chain from the Americas

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January 07, 2026
México: importación de papa complejiza una situación delicada
Enfrentando un escenario de posible sobre oferta local, la importación de papa desde Estados Unidos se convierte en una amenaza mayúscula para el sector productivo local.
Extreme weather in Peru’s Valle del Mantaro damages maize and potato crops, threatening early-2026 supply and pushing prices higher.
December 31, 2025
Perú: grandes perdidas justo antes de año nuevo
Calor intenso, escasa nubosidad y hasta heladas y granizo han puesto a la producción en jaque justo antes de año nuevo. Se prevé que el impacto sobre la oferta y los precios para los primeros meses del año se vea afectada.
La papa en Argentina cerró 2025 en crisis por sobreoferta, baja demanda y pérdida de competitividad exportadora, con fuerte impacto en el sudeste bonaerense.
December 30, 2025
Argentina: un año para el olvido
Sobre oferta, caída del consumo y perdida de competitividad, todos los elementos se mezclaron para hacer a un año de grandes perdidas económicas para el sector productivo del país.
La cosecha 2026 en Brasil estará marcada por lluvias irregulares y mayores riesgos sanitarios y hídricos para el cultivo de papa.
December 30, 2025
Brasil: neutralidad climática para el 2026
La cosecha brasileña 2026 se desarrollará bajo un escenario de neutralidad climática, con lluvias muy irregulares y riesgos regionales opuestos —exceso de humedad en el sur y sequía en el sudeste— que exigirán mayor monitoreo local, manejo hídrico y control sanitario, especialmente en el cultivo de papa.
Construction progresses on Folkland Foods’ new drive-in freezer, a major cold-storage expansion scheduled for completion in January 2026 to support on-site frozen product storage and future growth.
December 29, 2025
Folkland Foods Expands Frozen Storage Capacity and Strengthens Supply Chain
Folkland Foods is expanding operations with a new drive-in freezer on track for completion by January 2026, adding on-site frozen storage and supporting future growth. Supply partner Troyer Growers is adding potato storage to strengthen supply.
Potato LEAF invites applications for its 2026 Leadership in the Field program
December 21, 2025
Potato LEAF opens applications for 2026 Leadership in the Field program at Gettysburg
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) has opened applications for its 2026 Leadership in the Field: From Battlefield to Potato Field program, scheduled for July 13–16, 2026, at Gettysburg National Military Park.
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December 16, 2025
Colombia: desarrollo varietal criollo como alternativa al GMO
Cruces genéticos entre variedades colombianas y peruanas permitieron desarrollar una variedad que mantiene calidad y duplica su periodo de reposo, retrasando la brotación hasta 48 días.
Potatoes in the market
December 16, 2025
Brasil: precios mantienen su tendencia al alza
Por cuarta semana consecutiva el valor de la papa en los principales mercados brasileños mostró un incremento significativo, revirtiendo la depresión que predominó durante la mayor parte del año.
NAPSO and Spud Smart present a expert-led webinar on Dec. 17, focusing on diagnosing and managing key mid-storage potato challenges.
December 15, 2025
NAPSO and Spud Smart Announce Expert Webinar on Diagnosing and Managing Mid-Storage Potato Problems
NAPSO and Spud Smart will host a webinar, 'Mid-Storage Health Check,' on Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. PST. Experts Dr. Sastry Jayanty and Dr. Amanda Gevens will cover CO₂, humidity, airflow, and early detection of storage diseases. Register now.
The modified starch market is expanding as manufacturers focus on clean-label ingredients that enhance stability, texture and processing performance.
December 10, 2025
Global modified starch market forecast to reach USD 17.30 billion by 2030
According to MarketsandMarkets™, the modified starch market is estimated at USD 14.92 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 17.30 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.0 percent.
Potatoes field
December 09, 2025
Ecuador: expectativa por desarrollo de dos nuevas variedades
Ecuador se encuentra próximo a presentar dos nuevas variedades de papa, especialmente adaptadas a su contexto productivo, con un gran potencial para la industria de chips.
Simplot announces a major expansion of its potato processing operations in Mendoza
December 06, 2025
Simplot Expands Potato Production in Mendoza, Boosting Local Farming and Uco Valley Cluster
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.
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World Potato Congress Inc. Announces Webinar on Crop Rotation Strategies for Wireworm Control
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December 03, 2025
Brasil: aumento de precios para cerrar un año difícil
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.
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December 03, 2025
Argentina: exportación desde Mendoza llama la atención
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The Idaho Potato Conference returns to Pocatello Jan. 21–22, 2026, bringing growers and researchers together for two days of industry updates and education.
November 30, 2025
Pocatello Hosts 2026 Idaho Potato Conference Featuring Soil-Disease Panels and Industry Innovations
The 58th Idaho Potato Conference will be held Jan. 21–22 in Pocatello, featuring panels, research updates, a trade show and sessions on soil-borne diseases, agronomy, storage and water issues. Registration is USD 40 before Jan. 14.
Kroeker Farms is pleased to announce a planned leadership transition as CEO Wayne Rempel (left) moves into the role of Senior Advisor, and COO Harwin Bouwman (right) is appointed CEO, effective December 1, 2025.
November 30, 2025
Kroeker Farms Announces CEO Succession: Wayne Rempel Moves to Senior Advisor, Harwin Bouwman Appointed CEO
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November 27, 2025
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