The upcoming Potato Festival in Peru is set to become a major agricultural milestone, bringing together potato producers from all eight provinces of the Arequipa region. Scheduled to take place on May 30 and 31, 2026, outside the Los Ccoritos Park, the event is organized to celebrate the National Potato Day and highlight the vital role of family farming.
Local authorities emphasized that the festival aims not only to recognize the hard work and resilience of regional farmers but also to boost family-driven agriculture. By showcasing an incredible variety of native crops, the event seeks to firmly position the potato as one of Peru’s most iconic agricultural, cultural, and economic symbols. Visitors will have the opportunity to buy fresh produce directly from the growers, support local entrepreneurship, and enjoy traditional gastronomy centered around the historic Andean tuber.
Source: argenpapa.com.ar (via radiosanmartin.pe)
