Spain: The Agria variety, from Xinzo de Limia, is the Best Potato of the Year

The Agria variety, grown in Xinzo de Limia (Ourense), was the winner of the first edition of the 1st Potato Tasting Competition, held at the Alimagro fair. The competition, organized by the Association of Potato Producing Villages, seeks to recognize and reward the quality of this tuber, a fundamental part of our cuisine.

The jury, composed of industry professionals, along with the active participation of a public jury, evaluated six varieties from different parts of Spain. The Agria potato, with 144.8 points overall, won thanks to its unique texture, flavor, and appearance, standing out above its competitors: Spunta (Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Cádiz), Soprano (Cartagena, Murcia), Donata (Medina del Campo, Valladolid), Kennebec (Coristanco, A Coruña), and Cimega (La Rinconada, Seville).

The victory of the Agria variety highlights the work of farmers in Xinzo de Limia, one of the areas with the longest tradition of potato growing in Spain. The award received at this competition underscores the excellence of local agriculture and the producers’ efforts to preserve this valuable culinary heritage.

Completing the podium of this competition are the Spunta variety, with 138 points, and the Soprano variety, with 121.5 points.

An event that celebrates the richness of the Spanish potato

The 1st Potato Tasting Competition was a showcase of the diversity and quality of potatoes in Spain. The event not only served to recognize the best variety of the year, but also to highlight the richness of the variety that enriches our cuisine.

The organization regrets the absence of varieties from the Canary Islands in this first edition, due to the prohibition on the movement of potatoes within the archipelago for plant health reasons. The Association of Potato Producing Villages hopes that future editions will include the participation of renowned Canary Island varieties.

The event was sponsored by Patatas Meléndez, a leading company in the fresh potato sector in Spain. Based in Medina del Campo (Valladolid), the company has distinguished itself with its focus on quality, technological innovation, and its relationship with farmers. Víctor Carranza, the acclaimed chef from Palencia, led the tasting.

About the Association of Potato Producing Villages

The  Association of Potato Producing Towns  is a pioneering network of municipalities on the Iberian Peninsula whose main objective is to promote this crop. Under the motto "unity is strength," the association works to defend the sector, promote the culinary culture of potatoes, foster trade, and consolidate the processing industry.

About Alimagro

The  Alimagro fair , held in Xinzo de Limia, has established itself as a benchmark for the agri-food sector nationwide. This annual event not only showcases the most innovative agricultural machinery but also promotes local products and the cultural richness of the region. With a large attendance of professionals and the general public, Alimagro has become a key event for learning about the latest trends and challenges in the sector, as well as for enjoying recreational and culinary activities centered around the world of potatoes.