Potatoes
All the news and market analysis for worldwide potato Industry, including potato growers, potato production, and the import and export of potatoes.
Branston’s South West GM announces retirement
Jonathan Taylor will be replaced by internal promotion Simon Jones
GB Potatoes names first cohort for new industry development programme
New initiative aims to find future potato industry leaders
Potato industry abandons pursuit of mancozeb extension
Popular crop protection product has been withdrawn from use in the UK
McCain launches UK Farm of the Future in Yorkshire
Initiative builds on similar farms in Canada and South Africa and is said to be most advanced site to date
Morrisons makes further price cuts to key veg lines
Cabbage, kale and potatoes among veg lines reduced to 37p as retailer cuts prices for second time this month to help shoppers cope with January squeeze
T&G awards Edward Turner Horticulture Futures Grant to Lincoln University post-graduate
Ellie Brock receives NZ$10,000 for research on integrated pest management approaches to support more resilient potato production
Fruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases celebrates its premiere
Fruit Logistica launches new innovation format: Eleven new products from the fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics segments
US potatoes secure expanded access to Korea
Growers from 11 new states can export to Korea, laying the way for exports to increase by up to 10 per cent
Future of Maris Piper potatoes under scrutiny
Industry is divided over the future prospects of the mainstay variety
Spanish imports grew 7 per cent in January-November 2025
Latest customs statistics reveal Spanish fresh produce imports reached 4.2mn tonnes valued at €4.99bn in the first eleven months of 2025
Wilson’s Country toasts brand success with potatoes in vogue
Northern Irish supplier says budget pressure is pushing more people to eat at home
Israeli potato exports on the decline
The potato sector in Israel has been hit by the impact of war as well as improvements in post-harvest treatments in Europe, leading to a drop in exports
Morrisons slashes Christmas veg to 5p
The festive promotion is available to More Card loyalty customers and prompted Aldi to make further reductions to match the price of 5p on core Christmas veg
Two new lines added to Fresh Direct’s premium potato range
Range has been developed in collaboration with Linwood Crops
Industry calls for national approach to potato mop top virus
Industry representatives meet to develop set of recommendations for state jurisdictions on the management of PMTV
Anrin Logistics boosts customs operations
Anrin Logistics is increasing customs work against a backdrop of lower consumption and market risk aversion
Colorado beetle officially eradicated from the UK
Pest posed a major threat to potatoes, as well as other salad vegetables
Two thirds of Brits will eat potatoes at Christmas
Potatoes are the most popular Christmas food on plates with roasties topping the list of favourite festive foods in new survey
Snacking, spuds and ‘TikTok to table’
Waitrose’s annual food and drink report has revealed the biggest trends set to shape shopper behaviour in 2026
Grow potatoes for your market, not for one that isn’t there
NFU Potato Policy Group chair Tim Rooke stresses the importance of growing potatoes with a clear understanding of your market as climatic conditions become less predictable and production costs increase
Tomatoes and avocados help drive Spanish import growth
Spain’s fresh produce imports grew 6 per cent by volume and 13 per cent by value in the first nine months of 2024, reaching 3.4mn tonnes worth €4.11bn
New interstate restrictions imposed on TPP carrier and host plants
Victorian businesses transporting tomato, potato, eggplant and capsicum interstate must obtain appropriate accreditation before 8 December
Project aims to tap into high-value markets for Scottish potato crop waste
Academic and industry collaboration is exploring opportunities in skincare and other sectors
Aldi UK cuts vegetable prices to 8p for Christmas
Discount retailer returns with Christmas Super Six promotion, but insists it retains full support from growers with whom it has fixed-cost agreements
Nanna Tate rolls out festive potato lineup
Limited-edition Christmas range has gone into Tesco stores
Afghanistan and Pakistan seek out alternative trading partners
Violent clashes on the border have brought trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan to a halt, pushing the former to find new outlets and the latter to seek out new sources
GB Potatoes launches national survey to assess scale and health of industry
Research will build picture of business confidence and production levels, helping shape investment decisions, market development and productivity improvements
Nanna Tate rolls out Christmas potato packaging
Potato brand gives range a new look to inspire shoppers in lead-up to festive period
Government hears industry concerns as potato mop-top virus enters management phase
Government-industry meeting brings together over 50 potato industry, grower and government biosecurity representatives
Naturitalia sees strong growth potential for fresh-cut
Major Italian cooperative says its expanded partnership with Patfrut near Bologna should help it meet increasing demand from horeca and processors
Branston hires 25 new faces in latest recruitment drive
Potato supplier is going through a period of growth and emphasising employment opportunities
Comment: British farming must transition to regen without delay
James Young of McCain Foods GB calls for cross-sector collaboration and government support to facilitate swift transition to regenerative farming
Spanish fresh produce consumption stable in first seven months
Spanish household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables remained largely stable during January-July, with fruit consumption rising 2 per cent while vegetable demand fell slightly, according to new data from the Ministry of Agriculture
Cover crops in focus in Jersey potato competition
Contest and related research underlines the value of environmental approach
Heavy rainfall slows Northern Irish potato harvest
Maincrop potatoes now 80 per cent harvested but race is now on to lift rest of crop before frosts hit
Irrigation costs ’making UK potato growers question the future’
Fred Searle speaks to Greens of Soham MD William Shakeshaft to hear about the main challenges and opportunities for the Cambridgeshire-based potato producer, from water security to sustainable technologies