United Potato Growers of Canada (UPGC) expands to become truly national

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The UPGC is a non-profit organization that aims to promote the sustainable growth of the Canadian potato industry by providing data-driven market analysis, production forecasts, and crop inventory reports to its members. With the addition of new members from different regions of Canada, the UPGC now has a more comprehensive view of the Canadian potato market and can provide more accurate and relevant information to its members.

According to the latest data from Statistics Canada, potato production in Canada has been steadily increasing over the past few years, reaching 105.2 million cwt (hundredweight) in 2021, up from 97.7 million cwt in 2017. The majority of potato production in Canada takes place in the provinces of Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, and Alberta, but there is also significant production in other regions.

The UPGC’s expansion is expected to have several benefits for the Canadian potato industry. By having a more comprehensive view of the market, the UPGC can provide more accurate and relevant information to its members, allowing them to make more informed decisions about production and marketing. The UPGC can also facilitate collaboration between members across different regions, promoting knowledge-sharing and best practices.

The UPGC’s expansion is a positive development for the Canadian potato industry. By becoming a truly national organization, the UPGC can provide more comprehensive and accurate information to its members, facilitating collaboration and promoting sustainable growth in the industry.