News on Potato Trade

Uttar Pradesh plans a dedicated potato export facility at Noida International Airport in Jewar, along with a 50-acre Agri Export Hub featuring processing, packaging and gamma-radiation treatment facilities.

Global Potato Summit 2026, 16–17 Dec in Gandhinagar, brings the global potato industry together for exhibition, conference, networking, awards and farm/factory visits, creating opportunities for business, technology, partnerships and new markets.

Belgium’s potato crop is shrinking under extreme heat and drought, threatening supplies for its famous fries. Smaller potatoes could tighten availability, raise costs and push up prices across the country’s € frozen fries industry.

The National Potato Congress 2026 will bring together the Mexican potato sector from October 14 to 16 in Mexico City to address innovation, productivity, sustainability and commercialization.

European seed potato multiplication area fell 1.6% to 105,155 hectares in 2026, according to ESPG data. Germany recorded slight growth, while the other major producing countries and several leading varieties saw declines.

Global Potato Summit 2026 will bring the potato value chain together in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on December 16–17, focusing on processing, technology, market linkages and investment opportunities in India potato industry.

La llegada del nuevo Gobierno colombiano genera expectativas entre los productores de Boyacá, quienes esperan medidas concretas para mejorar la rentabilidad, el financiamiento y las condiciones de producción del campo.

La menor disponibilidad de papa proveniente de las principales zonas productoras mantiene bajo presión a los mercados del norte argentino, aunque la llegada de nuevas cosechas podría aliviar los precios en las próximas semanas.

Washington potato exports have dropped about 10% as China expands production and exports across Pacific Rim markets. Industry leaders say China's lower costs and investment in potato research are increasing pressure on U.S. growers.

Condiciones climáticas desfavorables para la oferta condicionan el precio de la papa en los mercados que se dispara más de un 50% en apenas una semana.

PotatoNL reported another sharp rise in potato quotations as drought across Europe slowed early potato growth. Strong demand from processors and uncertainty over the new harvest continued to support higher prices.

La escasez agrícola y el alza de costos logísticos disparan el precio de la papa, impactando directamente la economía familiar mexicana

Global seed potato trade is entering a new biosecurity era as countries tighten phytosanitary rules, expand digital ePhyto certification, and strengthen disease testing, making certified, traceable seed essential for global market access.

El MIDA señaló que los rendimientos y la participación de los productores son fundamentales para el éxito. En los últimos cinco años, esta participación aumentó un 70%, lo que equivale a 130 productores con una tasa acumulada del 11.3%.

Entre el 1.º y el 5 de junio de 2026, el aumento de la oferta de papa de la zafra seca presionó a la baja los precios mayoristas en Belo Horizonte y São Paulo, mientras Río de Janeiro se mantuvo estable.

México enfrenta una menor oferta nacional de papa por calor extremo, plagas y estrés hídrico, lo que impulsa mayores importaciones desde Estados Unidos y anticipa subas de precios y más presión sobre el abastecimiento interno.

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.

West Bengal govt lifts interstate potato movement restrictions, easing trade for farmers. Move expected to improve market access, reduce local oversupply, and boost prices. Earlier curbs had limited sales outside state during peak harvests.