France Dominates Potato Exports: Why Italy’s Appetite Continues to Grow
Italy remains one of the top importers of French potatoes, second only to Spain. This article explores the driving factors ...
Tag: Agricultural Economics
Profitability Pivot: Why Farmers Choose Food Potatoes Over Starch Varieties
Farmers across France are increasingly shifting from cultivating starch potatoes to food-grade potatoes due to economic advantages. This strategic decision, ...
Recent Decline in Belgian and Dutch Processing Potato Prices: Causes and Implications
The processing potato markets in Belgium and the Netherlands have recently witnessed notable price reductions. As of March 11, 2025, ...
Georgia’s Potato Export Boom: Armenia’s Role as a Key Importer
Between January 1 and March 3, 2025, Georgia's potato exports reached 27,500 tons, generating $8 million in revenue. This marks ...
Michigan Potato Industry Update: 2025 Chip Potato Harvest Contracts Finalized Amid Market Fluctuations
As of February 26, 2025, the Michigan potato industry has successfully finalized the majority of contracts for the upcoming chip ...
Potato harvest in Bengal fails to bring profits to farmers: Are middlemen to blame?
Potato harvest in Bengal: how much benefit doFarmers in Bengal are facing a paradox: despite a record Pokhraj potato harvest ...
Falling Potato Prices Lead to Reduced Planting Area in Daraa
Daraa Farmers Switch to Less Expensive Crops Due to Falling Prices and Rising Production CostsThe agricultural sector in the Syrian ...
León Potato Prices Surge Amid Quality Concerns in Imported Varieties
Potato prices in León have experienced a substantial rise recently, with prices increasing by €40 to €70 per ton across ...
Revolutionizing Staple Foods: The Rise of ‘Potato-Turned Rice’ in Southwest China
The Inception of 'Potato-Turned Rice'In a remarkable stride toward food security, Yunnan Province in southwest China has launched the first ...
Brazil’s Potato Price Plunge: Regional Impacts and Market Dynamics
Last week, Brazil’s potato market faced a sharp decline in prices, presenting significant challenges for the agricultural sector. The average ...
Potato Shortage Looms in Russia: Farmers and Markets Brace for Impact
Russia’s agricultural industry is facing a severe challenge as the country’s potato reserves are projected to be depleted by early ...
Potato Prices Soar in Murmansk: Understanding the Factors Behind a 92% Increase
The agricultural sector in Murmansk Region and across Russia is grappling with an unprecedented surge in potato prices. As of ...
Potato Prices Plummet in Argentina Due to Oversupply: What It Means for Farmers and the Agricultural Market
The Argentine potato market is currently experiencing a dramatic price drop, with the price of potatoes from Tucumán nearly halving ...
Spring Potato Production Sees 11.1% Increase in 2024: What’s Behind the Surge?
In 2024, South Korea experienced a notable increase in spring potato production, reaching a total output of 397,613 tons. According ...
Navigating Ecuador’s Agricultural Price Shifts: A Closer Look at Potato and Tomato Markets
Ecuador's agricultural sector is currently experiencing a significant shift in market dynamics due to climatic challenges and pest infestations. In ...
U.S. Pushes for Japan to Open Market for Fresh Potatoes: A $150 Million Opportunity
The U.S. potato industry is ramping up its campaign to gain access to Japan’s market for fresh potatoes, a move ...
Record-Breaking Potato Prices Loom as EU Farmers Face Adverse Conditions.
The potato market in the European Union (EU) is on the brink of significant price surges, as growers in key ...
Evaluating Grower Tolerance to Potato Seed Diseases: A Key to Improving Seed Quality and Market Dynamics
Pragati Dahal, a graduate student from Nepal, is undertaking a master’s thesis in applied economics under the guidance of Chris ...
Record High Potato Prices in Spain: A Double-Edged Sword for Farmers in Castilla y León
Castilla y León, responsible for more than half of Spain's potato production, is experiencing a unique agricultural season. Despite a ...
The Resurgence of the U.S. Potato Crop: A Closer Look at the 2023-2024 Harvest and Market Dynamics
The 2023-2024 potato crop was particularly abundant, with production increases translating into higher stock levels. As of June 1, 2024, ...
Global Potato Production: China Leads, U.S. Holds Fifth Place
Global Potato Production: China Leads, U.S. Holds Fifth Place In the world of agriculture, potatoes are a staple crop, essential ...
$367.8 Million Is No Small Potatoes: The Economic Impact of the Klamath Project
The Economic Significance of the Klamath Project The recent economic impact study commissioned by the Klamath Basin Research and Extension ...
Potato Sales Surge: Analyzing the Growth in U.S. Retail Sales for Early 2024
Potato Sales Surge: Analyzing the Growth in U.S. Retail Sales for Early 2024 The first quarter of 2024 has seen ...
Navigating the Upswing: European Potato Prices Strengthen Amid Supply Challenges
Recent reports indicate a notable uptick in potato prices across Europe, driven by various factors influencing supply and demand dynamics. ...
Falling Potato Prices in Brazil: A Boon for Consumers Amid Favorable Harvest Conditions
Brazilian potato prices have been on a steady decline, driven by favorable harvest conditions. Last week, prices fell notably, particularly ...
