Potatoes
All the news and market analysis for worldwide potato Industry, including potato growers, potato production, and the import and export of potatoes.
Retailer reports increase in vegetable purchases
New research finds Australians are purchasing 2.8 serves of vegetables per day with potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, frozen and canned vegetables leading the increase
Macfrut: much more than a trade fair
A year-long journey through the global fresh produce supply chain culminates in Rimini on 6-8 May
Korea considers potato export opportunities as US tariff pressure rises
Asian nation may seek access to the US for its sweet potatoes in response potential request for increased access for US potatoes
Strong campaign for French potatoes
French potatoes have enjoyed good volumes and demand in 2024/25, according to CNIPT, with good momentum going into the final stages of the campaign
Bartlett toasts Minecraft tieup with April Fool’s prank
Square potatoes – or ‘Bartlett Blocks’ – were described as extremely efficient to stack
First skin-transplant potato obtains plant breeders’ rights
New variety is developed using KeyGene’s proprietary 2S1 technique for creating graft hybrids
Rooted in innovation: Macfrut 2025 unites science and agriculture
The International Potato Symposium and the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture are among the highlights of Macfrut’s 42nd edition
New Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Vlam has unveiled a three-year project designed to raise awareness of Belgium’s premium quality fruit and vegetables
FSCG sets out stall for fresh potato sector
New trade group representing UK fresh potato suppliers pledges to tackle industry challenges and promote growth for sector
Richard Clark to retire as Branston commercial director
Long-serving executive steps down later this month
Golden Kings potato campaign aims to challenge consumer habits
Initiative sets out to educate consumers on newer varieties
Potatoes top the bill at Welsh farming event
Pembrokeshire potato event teaches kids link between farming and food
North Carolina dedicates month to sweet potatoes
Governor Josh Stein proclaims February ’North Carolina Sweetpotato Month’ in recognition of the product’s significance to the state
Further growth in Spanish fresh produce imports
New figures for 2024 show year-on-year increase in both volume and value
Dutch retailers see bigger demand for meal kits
Shoppers in the Netherlands have reportedly spent less on pre-cut vegetables in favour of cheaper ingredient-based multipacks
Neolithics calls for data collaboration to cut waste
A staggering 46 per cent of fruit never reaches the consumer, according to David Kat of Neolithics, who spoke at Fruit Logistica about the importance of data collection and data sharing to reduce waste along the produce supply chain
BASF launches precision farming tool for fresh produce
The ‘Xarvio Field Manager for Fruits & Veggies’ will first be made available to grape growers in 2025, following BASF’s acquisition of Italian agritech firm Horta in 2022
McCain launches £30mn support package for potato suppliers
Move comes as survey shows growers are under increasing financial pressure
Branston adds prepared options to Nanna Tate potato brand
Additional range includes chips, roast potatoes and mash recipes designed to “add unique twist to classic dishes”
Albert Bartlett potatoes benefit from Minecraft movie tie-in
The UK potato supplier hopes its partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery and A Minecraft Movie will attract new customers into the chilled potato category
Branston sponsors school farm-to-fork initiative
Potato grower urges primary schools to take part in Grow Your Own Potatoes programme
The Greenery targets €1.5bn sales through BelOrta partnership
CEO David Markowski tells Eurofruit why strategic alliance with Belgian group is so important in today’s market
Branston and Tesco to launch low-carbon concept farm
Potato grower announced as one of two suppliers blazing a trail towards net zero
Branston launches “nostalgic” all-rounder potato brand
Nanna Tate range includes varieties selected for suitability to various cooking methods and dishes
Ausveg to ramp up advocacy efforts after leaving NFF
Industry body won’t renew its membership of the National Farmers Federation Horticulture Council but lays out advocacy plans ahead of 2025 federal election
GB Potatoes highlights challenges and chances in New Year’s message
CEO Scott Walker says there is urgent need to strengthen seed availability but stresses significance of grant agreement between AHDB and GB Potatoes
Branston donates two million meals to FareShare
The potato supplier regularly supplies the charity with surplus spuds to create nutritious meals
GB Potatoes announces new chair
Alex Godfrey takes over from Mark Taylor as chairman of the potato organisation
UK supermarkets announce 15p Christmas veg deals
Five of UK’s top grocers announce deep promotions on festive veg lines in week before Christmas Day
New project to peel away the secrets of potato blight
Initiative will study Phytophthora, a group of fungus-like microbes that cause many devastating plant diseases
NC sweet potato industry looks ahead despite challenging season
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission maintains commitment to consumer marketing programmes
Bella Fruitiva sees breadfruit potential in Europe
European demand for breadfruit has been so strong that Mauritian exporter Bella Fruitiva has decided to start its own production, according to managing director Vickram Meghu
Branston reveals its SBTI net-zero targets
Potato supplier plans to be net zero across its value chain by 2050, with milestones along the way
North Carolina eyes sweet potato export growth in Europe
The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission is ramping up production for the UK and other European markets for 2025
New Fera project tackles spraing in potatoes
Enigma IV is the latest collaborative project launched by Fera Science
European exports to the US fall
The value of fresh fruit and vegetable exports from the EU to the US dropped 9 per cent year-on-year in 2023