Spain (Mallorca): Metam sodium temporarily authorized for the control of potato nematodes
Given this phytosanitary problem, soil disinfection is a necessary practice for this crop in Mallorca.
Europa 21/07/2025
Spain: Udapa promotes potato cultivation, boosted by generational change
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.
Europa 21/07/2025
Poland: Who Buys Polish Potatoes? Export Data Surprising
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?
Europa 20/07/2025
France: Tensions in the French potato sector, pressure to modify already signed contracts reported
The 2025/2026 campaign begins with 197,000 hectares planted in a saturated market with increasing contractual disputes.
Europa 20/07/2025
Poland: Potato field evaluation training
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.
Europa 20/07/2025
India is the world’s new French fries superpower - the reason for their success is surprising
India exports 180,000 tons of frozen French fries annually and will be able to offer its product cheaper than China by 2024.
Asia 19/07/2025
Netherlans: New French fries potatoes, they are already here and the price the farmer gets is remarkably low
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.
Europa 19/07/2025
Lithuania: Dangerous bacterial potato disease spreads
Potatoes are one of the most important food products in Lithuania, but potato growers still face challenges that threaten their yield and quality. Experts warn of quarantine diseases, particularly ring rot.
Europa 19/07/2025