Imports of Egyptian potatoes into Russia may become more expensive this season because cargo is expected to go through St Petersburg, says Tatyana Gubina of the Potato Union. She forecasts the commercial crop at 7.5–8 million tonnes.
The 2026 organized-sector harvest may reach around 8 million tonnes, yet abundant supply does not automatically translate into cheap potatoes for consumers.
Fruitinfo's week-42 review puts CFD wholesale potato prices at 15.29 RUB/kg (+1.1%) and the 2026 national harvest at about 7.5 million tonnes, down from…