News on Potato Stats, Trade, Prices

A center-pivot irrigation system waters a potato field about 16 miles from Hermiston on Aug. 29, 2025.
September 22, 2025
Oregon Potato Industry Faces Rising Costs and Export Risks Amid U.S. Tariffs
Eastern Oregon potato growers face rising costs as U.S. tariffs hit fertilizer, equipment, and exports. Industry leaders warn of lost markets to China and long-term risks if tariffs persist.
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.
Egypt’s potato exports to Malaysia have surged with a remarkable 146% CAGR over three years, hitting record volumes and revenue in 2025. Monthly data shows peak shipments in May and June, driven by rising demand and reduced competition.
September 21, 2025
Egypt’s Potato Exports to Malaysia Reach Record High in 2025 with 146% Growth, Driven by Rising Demand and Market Diversification
Egypt’s potato exports to Malaysia hit a record 2,500 tonnes in Jan–July 2025, doubling 2024 volumes. Malaysia’s market share rose to 1.5%, reflecting Egypt’s growing export footprint and diversification strategy in Southeast Asia.
Massive potato harvests in open fields highlight the oversupply crisis contributing to the global "Potato Flood."
September 20, 2025
Potato Flood 2025: Global Oversupply Triggers Price Collapse and Reshapes Food Markets
Global potato markets face a 'Potato Flood' as production outpaces demand, causing price crashes and farmer losses. Rising output from Europe, Asia, Egypt, Turkey, and new exporters China and India fuels oversupply, worsened by U.S. tariffs on EU fries.
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.
Potato Market
September 03, 2025
Marruecos: crecen las exportaciones en África y Europa
Las exportaciones de papa marroquí repuntaron en 2025 con 42.900 toneladas, impulsadas por la reapertura de África Occidental y mayores compras de España, Francia, Portugal y varios países africanos, aunque aún lejos de los niveles récord de 2018/19.
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Gobierno de Colombia lanza plan de apoyo para productores de papa en Nariño con compra pública y nueva inversión.
September 03, 2025
Colombia: plan de apoyo a los productores de Nariño
El gobierno de Colombia lanzó un plan de apoyo para pequeños productores de papa en Nariño, que incluye compra pública a precio justo y apertura de nuevos mercados para enfrentar la crisis generada por el contrabando y los bajos precios.
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.
United States potato sales rise in volume despite lower prices
August 31, 2025
United States Retail Potato Sales Volume Grows During the July 2024-March 2025 Period
United States retail sales of potatoes maintained strong volume over the nine months from July 2024 to March 2025. Despite a small (-0.5%) drop in dollar sales to USD 14.72 billion
August 27, 2025
Brasil: precios se deprimen con el augue de la cosecha en San Pablo
La oferta debería mantenerse elevada durante las próximas semanas y no se esperan, en principio, aumentos en los precios de comercialización.
Potatoes in the market
August 27, 2025
Argentina: el precio pagado a los productores es insostenible
Una porción de papas fritas cuesta más que una bolsa de papas en el mercado. La situación es insostenible y se declara emergencia en el sector.
Harvest Potatoes
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.
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August 26, 2025
Bumper Potato Harvest in Nigeria Drives Down Prices, Attracts Buyers Across Africa
Irish potato farmers in Plateau State, Nigeria, report higher yields this season, with tubers harvested in larger sizes and volumes than in recent years. The increase has followed several years of low yields.
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.
Bags of Canadian potatoes ready for export, highlighting the country’s continued strong trade with the United States despite circulating online rumors of major export cuts.
August 19, 2025
No Evidence Canada Cut Potato Exports to the United States or Struck USD 1.6 Billion Trade Deal with Asia, Claims Debunked
False claims suggest Canada cut potato exports to the U.S. and signed a $1.6B Asia deal. No such deal exists. The U.S. remains the top market, with only a 17% dip in 2025 exports, not 41%. Under CUSMA, tariffs don’t apply. Viral posts are clickbait.
Morocco: Potato Export by month
August 18, 2025
Morocco Potato Exports Rebound in 2024/25, West Africa and Europe Lead Demand
Morocco's potato exports, declining since 2019, are rebounding. Between July 2024 and May 2025, the country shipped 42.9K tons of ware potatoes, worth USD 14.9M, signaling recovery in the sector, according to EastFruit analysts.
Javier Meléndez, CEO de Patatas Meléndez
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.
Marta Carvajalino, ministra de Agricultura del Gobierno Nacional de Colombia
August 13, 2025
Colombia: intervención estatal para combatir los bajos precios
Las medidas incluyen financiamiento con tasa subsidiada, reactivación, normalización de cartera e incentivos a la capitalización rural, por más de $3.000 millones.

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