Netherlands: Potatoes are early, yield seems average
Potatoes are extremely early this year, but yields are still average. This can be concluded from various harvest estimates and trial harvests.
Europa 13/08/2025
Germany (Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania): Things are looking good for the tuber
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is considered the cradle of the potato, with ideal growing conditions. The harvest traditionally begins in August. The outlook is good, almost too good. The market is threatened by a potato glut.
Europa 13/08/2025
Russia: Despite potato shortage, import quota only weakly used
Although potatoes have been scarce and expensive in Russia for several months, importers there have only used about half of the quota for duty-free imports.
Europa 13/08/2025
Spain: It looks like a common potato, but it is one of the most dangerous invasive species in the country and is already expanding.
Not all invasive species have legs or wings. Some take root… and look like a potato. It’s called Jerusalem artichoke or Jerusalem artichoke. Its appearance resembles ginger or a misshapen potato.
Europa 13/08/2025
Netherlands: Not 150, but 15 euros per tonne, potato prices take a sharp dive
The good weather is favorable for the harvest, but demand from the industry has plummeted. "With this price, you can’t even cover the cost of harvesting."
Europa 13/08/2025
Ecuador (Saraguro): Field day to evaluate the yield of the INIAP-Cañari potato variety.
With the aim of strengthening local production systems and promoting the use of varieties, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG), through the Technical Office of Saraguro, held a field day in the community of Jaratenta
Latam 13/08/2025
Paraguay: 20,000 tons of onions are produced in the country, with good economic results.
Paraguay currently consumes 150 tons of onions daily, while national demand is 54,000 tons per year.
Latam 12/08/2025
France: A producer in Gigny-Bussy gives away 500 tons of potatoes due to his inability to sell them.
It’s a mountain of potatoes that has become an unexpected symbol of rural generosity and the fight against food waste.
Europa 12/08/2025