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The top 10 seed potato varieties covered 32,201 hectares in 2026, accounting for 31% of the total multiplication area, with French fry varieties showing the largest decline.
August 17, 2026
European seed potato multiplication area declines 1.6 percent in 2026
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.
Dutch potato sector representatives and policymakers meet at Nieuwspoort in The Hague during International Potato Day discussions on food security, innovation, and the future resilience of the potato value chain.
May 31, 2026
Dutch Potato Sector Calls for Stronger Cooperation and Policy Support on International Potato Day
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.
A large potato harvest in Northwest Europe highlights the oversupply in the market, as increased acreage and production continue to exceed demand.
March 12, 2026
Northwest Europe Potato Market Faces Major Oversupply as Production Surges by 5 Million Tonnes
Northwest Europe faces a potato oversupply after acreage expanded to over 600,000 ha, adding about 5 million tons since 2022. Jan van Hoogen says growers should reduce acreage and be patient for two years while the market finds balance.
Egyptian sweet potatoes ready for European markets — a rapidly growing sector championed by My Roots and More’s owner, Martin Oudenes
November 20, 2025
Egyptian Sweet Potatoes Gain Ground in Europe as Demand Surges
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.
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.
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.
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February 12, 2025
Cost of Consumption Potatoes Continues to Rise Due to Climate Change
The Consumption Potatoes Working Group (WCA) of the Dutch Agricultural Union (NAV) has made an estimate of the cost price for the upcoming season (2025). In recent years (harvests of 2022, 2023, and 2024), potato growers have already faced a significant increase in costs.
NEPG potato farmers faced rising costs, lower yields, and new challenges in 2024
December 12, 2024
NEPG potato farmers faced rising costs, lower yields, and new challenges in 2024
Most potato farmers across the NEPG zone had a lot of luck during October and the beginning of November to finish harvesting, even though some of the harvesting was done in very difficult and expensive conditions.
Growing potatoes is never a smooth ride!
February 06, 2024
Growing potatoes is never a smooth ride!
In season 2023, potato growers in North-western Europe were confronted with difficult weather conditions, a high disease pressure and rising costs.
Seed potato company HZPC keeps profit expectations intact
May 05, 2022
Seed potato company HZPC keeps profit expectations intact
Despite the fact that the conflict in Ukraine is affecting HZPC's sales, seed potato company HZPC is keeping its profit forecast intact after three quarters in the 2021-2022 financial year.
Las exportaciones de patatas holandesas están muy tranquilas en estos momentos.
April 27, 2022
Las exportaciones de patatas holandesas están muy tranquilas en estos momentos
Se están enviando camiones a los países de Europa del Este, aunque ese no es el mercado en el que nosotros operamos. En Trinidad, por ejemplo, están llegando grandes cantidades de patatas canadienses a muy bajos precios.
New Location Features a Parts Warehouse and Future Service Center to Ensure the Fastest Service for European Customers
March 18, 2022
Grote Company Announces New Facility in The Netherlands
Grote Company, a manufacturer of reliable, top-quality food slicing and assembly equipment, announced that it has opened a new facility in The Netherlands to better serve EU (European Union) customers. The facility features a parts warehouse and service center.
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Las exportaciones de patata holandesa esperan a la demanda de Europa del Este.
February 17, 2022
Dutch potato exports waiting on Eastern European demand
Dutch potato exports are not currently busy at all. February is never that wild. Things are quieter to most major destinations in West Africa. Those countries have their own crops, so they've closed their borders.
Growers of potatoes for consumption in England and Wales may be able to import Dutch seed potatoes.
January 28, 2022
Growers in England and Wales may be able to import Dutch seed potatoes directly
At the request of the Dutch Potato Organisation (NAO), the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has investigated the possibilities for exporting Dutch seed potatoes to the United Kingdom (UK).
La NEPG considera que los contratos de patata para 2022/23 deberían aumentar al menos entre 3 y 4 EUR/100 kg.
December 08, 2021
Average to good potato harvest in North-western Europe, but increased production costs
The NEPG has ended the 2021 campaign with a production of 22.7 million tons, which represents a decrease of 3.4% in relation to the previous one, although it remains 2.7% above the average of the last five years.
Michiel y Frank
September 06, 2021
¿Patatas holandesas todo el año?
¿Por qué importar patatas cuando están disponibles en el país? En los Países Bajos, la disponibilidad de patatas se amplía continuamente, gracias al desarrollo de variedades y a la mejora de los métodos de almacenamiento.
Big demand for import potatoes in the Netherlands.
June 13, 2021
Big demand for import potatoes in the Netherlands
It's a good season for import potatoes in the Netherlands. More people are cooking at home. That's undoubtedly contributing to this, as are the 'old' potatoes deteriorating quality.
Deadlock: Much concern in EU about seed potato trade with the UK (Courtesy: Seed export from the Netherlands | NAO)
April 26, 2021
Deadlock: Much concern in EU about seed potato trade with the UK
There seems to be little hope for an imminent agreement between the EU and the UK on mutual trade in seed potatoes. If no agreement is reached, there is a good chance that the export of seed potatoes from EU countries to the UK will be resolutely closed on 1 July.

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