Compared to last year, Belgium and Germany in particular purchased fewer table potatoes from the Netherlands. This is evident from export figures published last week by the Dutch Potato Organisation (NAO).
Given this phytosanitary problem, soil disinfection is a necessary practice for this crop in Mallorca.
Udapa maintains its 350 hectares thanks to the new incorporations of young farmers. In total, seven farmers have decided to invest in potato production with the help of the cooperative.
In 2024, 12,000 tons of Polish potatoes were exported to 14 European Union countries, and nearly 25,000 tons were exported outside the EU, reaching five non-EU countries. Where were the most exported?
The 2025/2026 campaign begins with 197,000 hectares planted in a saturated market with increasing contractual disputes.
On June 24-27, 2025, employees of the WIORiN in Opole from the Prudnik Branch and the Głubczyce Branch participated in a specialized training in the field evaluation of potatoes.
India exports 180,000 tons of frozen French fries annually and will be able to offer its product cheaper than China by 2024.
The first new potatoes suitable for fries have been harvested. Yet, there’s little reason for enthusiasm. The price farmers can currently sell their early potatoes for is at a historic low: around 10 euros per 100 kilos.
